Summary

Dr. David Kielty is an ophthalmologist with expertise in transplant surgery who has been practicing medicine for 37 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Kielty speaks both English and Portuguese, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kielty is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital and practices at locations in New Bedford and Fall River, Massachusetts. He specializes in treating cataracts, astigmatism, and glaucoma. His surgical and diagnostic skills include performing comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams, as well as providing sedation services for patient comfort during procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Portuguese
  • Albany Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Walter Kielty has 2 locations

Saint Lukes Hospital

101 Page StNew Bedford, MA 02740

Saint Annes Hospital

795 Middle StFall River, MA 02721

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Dr. David Walter Kielty, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Wendell Clyde Jones, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
4.3 
3.7 
37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English
New Bedford , MABrookline , MABrookline , MAWoonsocket , RI
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Walter Kielty

  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Senior Whole Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Walter Kielty has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Walter Kielty has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. David Walter Kielty holds expired and inactive medical licenses in the states of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2026 and an inactive medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albany Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Kielty's NPI number is 1790784536.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. David Kielty speak?
Dr. David Kielty speaks English and Portuguese.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Kielty?
You can find contact information for Dr. David Kielty here on Vitals.
Does Dr. David Kielty accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Kielty has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Kielty's office located?
Dr. David Kielty's office is located at 101 Page St, New Bedford, MA, 02740.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Kielty affiliated with?
Dr. David Kielty is affiliated with Charlton Memorial Hospital.

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