Summary

Dr. Catherine Furey is an ophthalmologist with 36 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and completed her residency training at both New York Medical College and Evanston Northwestern Healthcare. Dr. Furey pursued advanced fellowship training in corneal diseases at Corneal Associates of New Jersey, enhancing her expertise in complex eye conditions. She is board certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Furey practices at SightMD in New York, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Good Samaritan Hospital. Her clinical expertise focuses on cataract evaluation and surgical removal, helping patients restore clear vision. She also specializes in corneal and external eye diseases, treating conditions that affect the front surface of the eye. Patients benefit from her comprehensive approach to eye care through services including detailed eye exams, dilated examinations, and advanced retinal imaging. Dr. Furey receives an average patient rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Corneal Associates of New Jersry
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

SightMD

755 Park AveNew York, NY 10021
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:45 am - 5:45 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:45 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
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36 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish Speaks English Speaks English, French
New York , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Catherine Furey

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Western New York
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital BlueCross
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida
  • Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Catherine Furey has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Catherine Furey has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Catherine Furey holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of New Jersey and New York. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology in 2004.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Corneal Associates of New Jersry in 2003.

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Medical College in 2002 and Evanston Northwestern Healthcare in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine in 1998 and Middlebury College in 1990.

NPI Number

Catherine Furey's NPI number is 1083653240.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Catherine Furey's office located?
Catherine Furey's office is located at 755 Park Ave, New York, NY, 10021.
What languages does Catherine Furey speak?
Catherine Furey speaks English.
Which hospitals is Catherine Furey affiliated with?
Catherine Furey is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.

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