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Summary
Dr. Brian Hafler treats age-related macular degeneration, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and myopia, and performs retinal imaging, electrophysiology tests for the eyes, and ophthalmoscopy. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Hafler is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus, and Massachusetts Eye and Ear, and sees patients in New Haven, Connecticut. He completed his residency at Yale University School of Medicine and earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 17 years of experience
- Yale University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Brian Palmer Hafler has 3 locationsYale Medicine
333 Cedar StNew Haven, CT 06510 Tel: (203) 785-2140
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine | Med School: Arabian Gulf University College Of Medicine And Medical Sciences | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Palmer Hafler
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Brian Palmer Hafler has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Brian Palmer Hafler has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Brian Palmer Hafler holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Yale University School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Hafler's NPI number is 1811212178.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Hafler affiliated with?
- Dr. Brian Hafler is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus, and Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
- Does Dr. Brian Hafler accept my insurance?
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- Dr. Brian Hafler has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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