Summary

Dr. Lauren Shatz is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision correction procedures. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and brings 28 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Shatz is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population throughout Western Massachusetts.

Dr. Shatz practices at multiple locations including Florence, West Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst, with his primary affiliation at Baystate Medical Center. He focuses on treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract removal, intraocular lens implants, and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures. Patients have given Dr. Shatz an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and surgical outcomes.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 28 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz has 4 locations

Eye Physicians Of Northampton

40 Main St Ste 106Florence, MA 01062
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cataract And Laser Center West

171 Interstate Dr Ste 1West Springfield, MA 01089
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cooley Dickinson Hospital

30 Locust StNorthampton, MA 01060

Eye Physicians Of Northampton

1 University DrAmherst, MA 01002
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz, MDDr. Daniel Louis Schwartz, MDDr. Kevin J Kaufman, MDDr. Norman A Spencer, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.7 
4.3 
4.9 
28 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, French, Italian
Florence , MABrookline , MABrookline , MAHadley , MA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Well Sense Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz has the following 12 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Lauren Jason Shatz holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Shatz's NPI number is 1467432948.

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Dr. Lauren Shatz's office is located at 40 Main St Ste 106, Florence, MA, 01062.

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