Summary

Dr. Deborah Vanderveen is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care. She completed her medical residency training at both Boston University Medical Center and the University of Kansas, providing her with extensive clinical experience across different healthcare systems. Dr. Vanderveen holds certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology, demonstrating her expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Vanderveen practices at Massachusetts Eye and Ear in Boston, Massachusetts, where she focuses on treating conditions such as strabismus (eye misalignment), amblyopia (lazy eye), and astigmatism. She performs comprehensive eye exams to assess overall eye health and vision. Her practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging to evaluate the back of the eye and tonometry to measure eye pressure. Patients have given Dr. Vanderveen an average rating of 4.2 out of 5, reflecting their satisfaction with her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Boston University Med Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Department of Ophthalmology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Deborah K. Vanderveen, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Ernest William Kornmehl, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Boston , MABrookline , MABrookline , MAWellesley , MA
Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Deborah K. Vanderveen

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Deborah K. Vanderveen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Deborah K. Vanderveen has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

Deborah K. Vanderveen holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of New Hampshire and Massachusetts. 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 expired medical license in the state of New Hampshire that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston University Med Center and University Of Kansas.

NPI Number

Deborah K. Vanderveen's NPI number is 1952491953.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Deborah K. Vanderveen speak?
Deborah K. Vanderveen speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Deborah K. Vanderveen's office located?
Deborah K. Vanderveen's office is located at 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.
Does Deborah K. Vanderveen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Deborah K. Vanderveen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Deborah K. Vanderveen affiliated with?
Deborah K. Vanderveen is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Does Deborah K. Vanderveen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Deborah K. Vanderveen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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