Summary

Dr. Bernhard Heersink is a highly experienced ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly six decades to caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency training at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. With 58 years of practice, Dr. Heersink brings extensive expertise to diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye disorders. He is fluent in German, French, and English.

Dr. Heersink practices in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and maintains an affiliation with Massachusetts Eye And Ear. His clinical expertise focuses on treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, as well as cataracts. He performs comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and retinal imaging to help patients maintain optimal vision health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

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

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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.9 
58 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, French, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Newburyport , MAWaltham , MABoston , MAReading , MA
Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of New York University Med School: Tufts University School 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

Wills Eye Institute

Medical School

Schulich School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bernhard Heersink's office located?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink's office is located at 21 Highland Ave Ste 1, Newburyport, MA, 01950.
Does Dr. Bernhard Heersink accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Bernhard Heersink affiliated with?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Does Dr. Bernhard Heersink accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bernhard Heersink accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Bernhard Heersink speak?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink speaks German, French, and English.

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