Summary

Dr. Bernhard Heersink is an ophthalmologist who brings nearly six decades of experience to eye care, having practiced for 58 years. He earned his medical degree from Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency at the renowned Wills Eye Institute. Dr. Heersink is fluent in English, French, and German, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Heersink practices in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and maintains an affiliation with Massachusetts Eye And Ear, a leading specialty hospital for eye and ear conditions. His extensive experience spans more than half a century of caring for patients with various eye conditions. Patients have rated him 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 58 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, German
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Heersink Bernhard Office

21 Highland Ave Ste 1Newburyport, MA 01950
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.6 
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58 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French, German Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Newburyport , MABrookline , MABrookline , MALowell , MA
Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bernhard Heersink

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • EyeMed
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bernhard Heersink has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bernhard Heersink has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wills Eye Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 1968.

NPI Number

Dr. Heersink's NPI number is 1033209879.

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