Summary

Dr. Edward Legarreta is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients' vision and eye health. He earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and completed his residency training at Kaleida Health System. With 52 years of practice, Dr. Legarreta brings extensive knowledge to treating complex eye conditions. He provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Legarreta practices at multiple Legarreta Eye Center locations throughout western New York, including Lockport, Buffalo, Cheektowaga, and Williamsville. He specializes in managing glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and treats dry eye syndrome. His services include comprehensive dilated eye examinations and vision testing to help patients maintain healthy sight and detect eye problems early.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 52 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kaleida Health System
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Andrew Legarreta has 4 locations

Legarreta Eye Center

667 Davison RdLockport, NY 14094
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Legarreta Eye Center

1301 N Forest Rd Ste 7Buffalo, NY 14221
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Legarreta Eye Center

2720 Union RdCheektowaga, NY 14227
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Legarreta Eye Center

1301 N Forest RdWilliamsville, NY 14221
Mon9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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52 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Lockport , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYOrchard Park , NY
Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Jawaharlal Inst Of Post-Graduate Medical Education And Research (Jipmer)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Andrew Legarreta

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Humana
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Univera Healthcare - PPO
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Andrew Legarreta has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Andrew Legarreta has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Edward Andrew Legarreta holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

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 Kaleida Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Legarreta's NPI number is 1942265988.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Edward Legarreta's office located?
Dr. Edward Legarreta's office is located at 667 Davison Rd, Lockport, NY, 14094.
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