4.1
7 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. David Nelson treats cataracts, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, and dry eyes, and performs eye exams, dilated eye exams, and tonometry. He has practiced ophthalmology for 54 years and is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center. He speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. He sees patients in Rockville Centre, New York.
Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. He sees patients in Rockville Centre, New York.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Ocli Vision Rockville Center
2000 N Village Ave Ste 402Rockville Centre, NY 11570 Tel: (516) 766-2519
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Dr. David Bruce Nelson, MD | Dr. Steven Vale, MD | Dr. Leeber Cohen, MD | John Elmer Paddock, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 54 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish | Speaks English |
| Rockville Centre , NY | Scranton , PA | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Bruce Nelson
Medical Specialties
Dr. David Bruce Nelson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. David Bruce Nelson has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Dr. David Bruce Nelson holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at New York Eye And Ear Infirmary.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1316942360.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. David Nelson affiliated with?
- Dr. David Nelson is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center.
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- What languages does Dr. David Nelson speak?
- Dr. David Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
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