David Immanuel, MD, PhD | Garden City, NY | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. David Immanuel is an ophthalmologist with 27 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his MD and PhD from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Maryland, York Hospital, and UMASS Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Immanuel is board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Immanuel practices at SightMD in Garden City, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Northwell Health Hospital. He treats patients with astigmatism and blepharitis, helping restore clear vision and comfort. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants. Dr. Immanuel also performs comprehensive eye exams and provides sedation services when needed for procedures. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.3

29 Ratings
27 years of experience
18 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
17 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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David Immanuel's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

29 Ratings with 17 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 60 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

Patients consistently praise Dr. David Immanuel for his professionalism, thoroughness, and the ability to make them feel confident and at ease with their treatments. They describe him as patient, kind, informative, and attentive. On the negative side, many patients express frustration over extended waiting times, often spending over an hour in the office before being seen. While some understand the delays and plan accordingly, others find the long waits difficult to manage, especially those with tight schedules.

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Excellent

June 6th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Great!

March 1st, 2024 | Source: Partner

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I would wait for Dr. Immanuel for hours and I have …waited and waited. I have resigned myself to the fact that I will be there for about two hours each time. My daughter loves him and her appointments are usually two hours also from the time she enters the office and leaves. This time it was about an hour and 40 minutes I was in the office. Dr. Immanuel is always patient, kind, and never rushes. He answers all my questions and is so professional. I don’t know what the answer is but as I sit in the office I can hear the grumbling from all the patients -not just his patients- the other doctor’s too. As I said … I will wait for him and just bring a book to read,as I have just retired. But people like my daughter who work a full time job find it difficult to be there for two hours- a good potion of that time just waiting. I have learned to ask for the earliest appointment of the day - it cuts it down to a little bit of a lesser wait.

October 23rd, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr.Immanuel was very good at explaining my issues and his staff is extremely helpful and friendly.

October 21st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Good

October 16th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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My mother and I went to visit Dr. Immanuel for our eye exams, we are both scheduled for surgery and we couldn't be more at ease and confident with any other Doctor. Dr. Immanuel was professional, punctual, informative, patient, friendly and extremely thorough with his examination. We are very pleased and confident with Dr. Immanuel and highly recommend him, you will not be disappointed.

September 21st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Very pleased

August 15th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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My exam was comprehensive and, as always, very well done.

August 1st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Wound up waiting 45 minutes or more in exam room until seen on several occasions before being seen.

July 24th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Every appointment is carefully organized and puntual appointment

July 10th, 2023 | Source: Partner

SightMD

1055 Franklin Ave Ste 100Garden City, NY 11530

Tel: (516) 742-3937

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Sat7:30 am - 2:00 pm

Sun8:30 am - 12:30 pm


David Immanuel, MD, PhD	Dr. Christopher E. Starr, MD	Dr. Stephen H Tsang, MD, PhD	Dr. James D. Auran, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (29 Ratings)	4.1 (31 Ratings)	4.9 (109 Ratings)	4.3 (35 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Cantonese	Speaks English, Spanish
Garden City , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: New York University School of Medicine	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Ophthalmology

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

David Immanuel holds an active medical license in the state of 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.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at UMASS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, University MD in 2000, and York Hospital in 2000.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

David Immanuel's NPI number is 1053352658.

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Where is David Immanuel's office located?: David Immanuel's office is located at 1055 Franklin Ave Ste 100, Garden City, NY, 11530.
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Which hospitals is David Immanuel affiliated with?: David Immanuel is affiliated with NORTHWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL.
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