Dr. Benedict Urmaza, MD | East Setauket, NY | Ophthalmologist

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Benedict Urmaza, MD, has practiced ophthalmology for 32 years and treats cataracts, glaucoma, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. He performs eye exams, dilated eye exams, and vision tests. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Urmaza earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital Suffolk and Good Samaritan University Hospital, and sees patients in East Setauket, West Islip, Patchogue, and Commack, New York.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.3

24 Ratings
32 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Staten Island University Hospital
13 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Urmaza's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

24 Ratings with 13 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Excellent Doctor. Explained everything in details answered all the question and concern. Dr. Benedict Urmaza really care about his Patient.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 12th, 2019

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Dr. Urmaza was very patient with my 85 year old mom and explained her problems to both of us with clarity and outlined how he was going to treat the problems. He took the time to answer my questions on how to help her and we did not feel rushed, like we did at one of those megapractices. He's a superb clinician.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 25th, 2019

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He takes the time to go over his disagnoses and very knowledgeable as well.

August 23rd, 2019

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He takes the time to go over his disagnoses and very knowledgeable as well.

August 23rd, 2019

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Dr. Urmaza took the time to answer my questions and go over his recommendations for my conditions. He was approachable. My wait was short and the receptionists friendly. An overall satisfactory experience for having to go to a doctor. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a knowledgable and thorough eye doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 30th, 2018

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I found Dr. Urmaza to be patient with my questions about cataracts and did a very thorough eye exam. The wait was not long and I was able to pick up my prescription on the way home.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 15th, 2018

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Dr. Urmaza did an outstanding job both with me and with my 11 year old son. Dr. Urmaza saw us almost immediately, he carefully explained everything to each of us, he took his time with us and he was very warm and pleasant. My son had many questions and Dr. Urmaza answered them patiently and fully. I strongly recommend Dr. Urmaza for adults and especially for children

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 29th, 2015

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Dr. Urmaza was thorough and knowledgeable with my eye exam. I did not feel rushed out and he talked with me about some alternatives to my current eye medications. I would recommend him highly.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 27th, 2015

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Dr. Urmaza was recommended by Borokhaven Hospital to me. I was able to see him the same day and he was very thorough in the examination of my left eye. He gave me drops and it went away within a few days. What a nice doctor and now my mom is going to him for her eye infection. She is in trusted hands. I would highly recommend Dr. Urmaza to anyone needing eye care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 30th, 2015

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Great doctor! He was thorough in the eye exam and went over all the specifics to my eye conditions. The front desk lady was nice and the office clean. They sent my prescriptions via computer directly to my pharmacy so my eye medications were ready when I went in. It was very convenient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 9th, 2014

Stony Brook Ophthalmology

33 Research Way Ste 13East Setauket, NY 11733

Tel: (631) 444-4090

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Good Samaritan University Hospital

1000 Montauk HwyWest Islip, NY 11795

Tel: (631) 376-3000

Long Island Community Hospital

101 Hospital RdPatchogue, NY 11772

Tel: (631) 654-7100

Stony Brook Ophthalmology

500 Commack Rd Ste 108Commack, NY 11725

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Benedict Urmaza, MD	Dr James Maisel, MD	Dr. Sandra C Belmont, OD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (24 Ratings)	4.9 (602 Ratings)	4.4 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience		47 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Italian	Speaks English	Speaks English
East Setauket , NY	Hicksville , NY	New York , NY	Bellmore , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine		Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

Dr. Benedict Urmaza holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Staten Island University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Urmaza's NPI number is 1467430157.

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What languages does Dr. Benedict Urmaza speak?: Dr. Benedict Urmaza speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Benedict Urmaza affiliated with?: Dr. Benedict Urmaza is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital Suffolk and Good Samaritan University Hospital.
Where is Dr. Benedict Urmaza's office located?: Dr. Benedict Urmaza's office is located at 33 Research Way Ste 13, East Setauket, NY, 11733.

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