Summary

Dr. David Edelstein is an ophthalmologist with over four decades of medical experience, having earned their medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. They completed their residency at Brookdale University Hospital in 1987, building a foundation of 43 years in clinical practice. Dr. Edelstein is fluent in both English and French, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Edelstein practices at The Brooklyn Hospital Center and maintains office locations in Brooklyn and New York. They specialize in treating conditions such as postoperative pain and fractures of the wrist and arm. Their expertise includes performing peripheral nerve blocks for anesthesia, nerve blocks for chronic pain management, and botulinum injections for low back pain relief. Patients have given Dr. Edelstein an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French
  • BROOKDALE UNIVERSITYHOSPITAL
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David J Edelstein has 3 locations

David edelstein MD FACS

2035 Ralph Ave Ste A3Brooklyn, NY 11234
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

David edelstein MD FACS

1335 Linden Blvd Ste 126Brooklyn, NY 11212
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. David J Edelstein

55 Water St Fl 12New York, NY 10041

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Dr. David J Edelstein, MDDr. Alexander Rabinovich, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr James Maisel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
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43 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Italian
Brooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Upstate Medical University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David J Edelstein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David J Edelstein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David J Edelstein has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

BROOKDALE UNIVERSITYHOSPITAL1987

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. David Edelstein accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. David Edelstein's office located?
Dr. David Edelstein's office is located at 2035 Ralph Ave Ste A3, Brooklyn, NY, 11234.
What languages does Dr. David Edelstein speak?
Dr. David Edelstein speaks English and French.

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