Howard Charles, MD | Carmel, NY | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Howard Charles treats age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and retinal detachment, and performs optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging. He has practiced ophthalmology for 45 years and is affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital. He completed his residency at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College. He sees patients in Carmel, Rye, and Mount Kisco, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Charles 4.28 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.3

43 Ratings
45 years of experience
25 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
12 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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4.3

43 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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I have been a patient of Dr. Charles' for many years. He is so knowledgeable and speaks to you and not above you. His laser treatment on me years ago has preserved my vision. I have complete trust and faith in him.

April 7th, 2022

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I had a retinal issue that I consulted with my home retina doctor about the day before I left to visit family in Mt. Kisco for Christmas. My home town doctor recommended a follow up appt. with a specialist near MK the following week. The rentina specialists recommended to me were rude, had me show up with a negative COVID test result but still refused to take me as a patient, and basically changed the rules of engagement twice so I was unable to be seen. Fortunately, Dr. Charles was available to see me for this very timely check up I needed. The person I first spoke to was compassionate to my plight and got me in to see Dr. Charles the next day. He was thorough, professional and sent excellent records to my retina doctor at home. I would highly recommend Dr. Charles and his staff.

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

Needs Improvement

February 8th, 2021

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In 1991 I had a retinal tear without detachment. Dr. Charles opted for cryotherapy. He conferred with Dr. Kalkut, primary physician at the time, who concurred with Dr. Charles' decision. the procedure was successful. Dr. Charles took care of me for over twenty years. He is an excellent physician with a kind caring manner. My physicians in Virginia comment on the level of care I initially received with Dr. Charles.

July 18th, 2019

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Thorough, kind and explained my disease and the plan for treatment and all of my options. Really great bedside manner.

April 24th, 2019

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Dr. Charles is exceptional, he is a wonderful doctor, his office is run very efficiently and he speaks WITH patients, not TO them. Such a pleasure and I'm grateful for the care that he has been giving to my father.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 28th, 2019

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Twelve years ago I had a spider membrane growing over my left eye. I went to a doctor (who shall remain nameless) in Dutchess County who is a retina specialist that operated on it but hadn't cured my double vision. As the years went by my vision got worse and I went back to the same specialist and he said that he wasn't going to operate on my eye again and that I had to live with it. Well I was VERY upset by this and went to my other eye doctor who then recommended me to Dr. Charles. He looked at my eyes and said to me "What is it that you want me to do?" , and I said can you fix it and he said yes, would two weeks be ok? The membrane was pulling on my retina. I don't have double vision in my left eye anymore and has removed a membrane growing over my right eye as well as a caterraci the same day with Dr Cohen. Thank you so Very very much Dr. Charles. F. Puma

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 20th, 2018

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He is the best retina specialist in Westchester!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 30th, 2016

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Excellent diagnostician. Honest prognosis for your condition. He is the best retina specialist.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 18th, 2015

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The man is a genius with a heart who really cares about his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 15th, 2015

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Thorough and skillful examination done with care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 18th, 2013

Howard Charles

664 Stoneleigh AveCarmel, NY 10512

Tel: (845) 279-2000

Mon7:45 am - 4:45 pm

Tue7:45 am - 4:45 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:45 pm

Fri7:45 am - 4:30 pm

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Howard Charles

150 Purchase StRye, NY 10580

Tel: (914) 967-5539

Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 12:00 pm

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Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm

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Howard Charles

100 S Bedford RdMount Kisco, NY 10549

Tel: (914) 666-2001

Mon8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 7:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm

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Howard Charles, MD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD	Dr. Sandra C Belmont, OD	Dr. James Wilson Talbot, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (43 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Carmel , NY	Bellmore , NY	New York , NY	Stamford , CT
Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med
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Howard Charles holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Position	State	Year	Status
Medical Doctor	New York	2026	Expired

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System.

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 1981.

NPI Number

Howard Charles' NPI number is 1427078310.

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Where is Howard Charles's office located?: Howard Charles's office is located at 664 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY, 10512.
Which hospitals is Howard Charles affiliated with?: Howard Charles is affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital.
Does Howard Charles accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Howard Charles has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Howard Charles speak?: Howard Charles speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Charles?: You can find contact information for Howard Charles here on Vitals.

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