Summary

Dr. Edward Baron is an ophthalmologist with 43 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at Greenwich Hospital and Lincoln Medical Mental Health Center. Dr. Baron also completed an internal medicine residency at Greenwich Hospital, giving him a broader foundation in patient care. He holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Baron practices at SightMD locations in Bay Shore and Rockville Centre, New York, and maintains an affiliation with Garden City Hospital. His expertise includes neuro-ophthalmology, which focuses on vision problems related to the nervous system. He performs essential eye examinations including vision tests and visual field testing to assess your complete visual function. Dr. Baron also conducts tonometry to measure eye pressure and screen for glaucoma. Patients rate him 4.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 43 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Greenwich Hospital
  • 44 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr Edward Baron has 2 locations

SightMD

375 E Main St Ste 24Bay Shore, NY 11706
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

SightMD

220 Maple AveRockville Centre, NY 11570
Mon9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr Edward Baron, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr James Maisel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
3.9 
4.9 
43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Italian
Bay Shore , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Edward Baron

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr Edward Baron has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Edward Baron has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr Edward Baron holds an expired medical license in the state of New York. 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 York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Greenwich Hospital and Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Ophthalmology; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1983 and Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr Baron's NPI number is 1699770586.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr Edward Baron affiliated with?
Dr Edward Baron is affiliated with Garden City Hospital.
Is Dr Edward Baron accepting new patients?
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Does Dr Edward Baron accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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