Summary

Dr. David Nelson specializes in ophthalmology, bringing more than five decades of expertise to eye care. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Nelson speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nelson practices at OCLI Vision in Rockville Centre, New York, and maintains an affiliation with Nassau University Medical Center. He focuses on treating common eye conditions including cataracts and dry eyes. His practice includes comprehensive eye examinations and specialized procedures such as dilated eye exams and tonometry to measure eye pressure. Patients have given Dr. Nelson an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 54 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Ocli Vision Rockville Center

2000 N Village Ave Ste 402Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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, MDDr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MDDr. Danielle Frances Trief, MDDr. Aliaa Hamed Abdelhakim, MD, PhD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
54 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rockville Centre , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Bruce Nelson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • EyeMed
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optima Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Bruce Nelson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Bruce Nelson has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Eye And Ear Infirmary

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. David Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. David Nelson is affiliated with Nassau University Medical Center.
Does Dr. David Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. David Nelson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Nelson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. David Nelson speak?
Dr. David Nelson speaks Spanish and English.
Is Dr. David Nelson accepting new patients?
Dr. David Nelson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. David Nelson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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