Summary

Dr. David Chen is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and cosmetic eyelid procedures. He completed his fellowship at Tufts Medical Center in 2003, following his residency at the same institution in 2002 and internship at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in 1999. Dr. Chen holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology, which he earned in 2024. He provides care in English to his patients.

Dr. Chen practices at Atlantic Ophthalmology and Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery in West Caldwell, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center. His expertise includes treating drooping eyelids and ptosis, conditions that can affect both vision and appearance. He also manages bacterial conjunctivitis, helping patients overcome painful eye infections. Additionally, Dr. Chen provides contact lens services to help patients achieve clear vision. Patients have rated him 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his comprehensive eye care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 28 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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David Chen, MDDr. Abdallah Abdallah Mahrous, MDDr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MDDr. Leejee Han Suh, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.4 
2.3 
28 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Korean
West Caldwell , NJBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College In Qatar Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David Chen

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

David Chen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David Chen has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

David Chen holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of New York and New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School and Harvard Medical School in 1998.

NPI Number

David Chen's NPI number is 1952399958.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does David Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is David Chen affiliated with?
David Chen is affiliated with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center.

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