Dr. Ephraim S. Atwal, MD | Cheektowaga, NY | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Ephraim Atwal is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision restoration. He earned his medical degree from Jagiellonian University Medical College and completed his residency training at Louisiana State University. With 23 years of experience treating patients with various eye conditions, Dr. Atwal has developed expertise in both medical and surgical eye care. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Atwal practices at multiple locations throughout the Buffalo area, including Buffalo Ambulatory Surgery Center and Sisters of Charity Hospital locations in Cheektowaga and Buffalo, New York. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Patients have rated Dr. Atwal 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.9

32 Ratings
23 years of experience
33 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Louisiana State University
31 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
4 office locations
Male

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Had a good bedside manner
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4.9

32 Ratings with 31 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Spent time with me: (27) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Patients frequently praise Dr. Ephraim Singh Atwal and his staff for their professionalism, kindness, and thorough approach to eye care, highlighting the ease of appointments and detailed explanations of procedures. Many positive reviews commend the compassionate and friendly demeanor of the team, with recommendations often following successful surgeries and interventions. On the other hand, some patients express dissatisfaction with the lack of direct follow-up care from Dr. Atwal himself, reporting being shuffled between different offices and staff rather than having consistent oversight from the doctor. Concerns about unexpected costs and issues post-surgery also appear in negative feedback, leading some to seek additional care from other specialists.

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Very informative and helpful. Explained all details and options. Best choice for my eye care!

May 13th, 2026

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Dr. Atwell and all of his staff went above and beyond helpful, understanding, and compassionate in every aspect of visit!

March 12th, 2026

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Appointment was very easy and reassuring.

January 23rd, 2026

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Very thorough exams with skilled care & diagnosis. Ease of scheduling appointments. Friendly & compassionate demeanor! I would highly recommend Atwal for all eye care issues!

January 22nd, 2026

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Great job by Dr Atwal and his entire team. Everyone was kind, professional and compassionate. Would recommend to everyone!

December 5th, 2025

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Doctor Atwal and the staff are very caring, considerate, knowledgeable, and thorough. Great experience throughout my whole time there.

October 17th, 2025

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After my first visit with Dr Atwal I never saw him again. I was sent from office to office and was seeing other people. He never saw me after either surgery. I didn’t even see him the day of. Since then I have been having some serious problems with my eyes. He still never saw me there were other drs dealing with me. I since have had to see another specialist to help me and I am starting to get some relief. I was also told the procedure they were going to do would cost me $1,000 and I had to pay it the day of my procedure.i have since found out my insurance would pay for it.

July 18th, 2025

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I must say this was the best eye doc I have ever seen. In at the next day after Epithelial scrape. Still a little blurry but better than I thought it would be. Follow up on 4 more days. Then he will do the cataracts so I will need to update when this is done. I am so looking forward to seeing normally again and being able to focus.

July 18th, 2025

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Dr. Ephraim Atwal was very nice & professional. We will continue seeing him.

May 21st, 2025

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Was testing for cataract surgery. Was tested and scheduled surgery and staff was excellant. Dr explained everything and I was set up for both of my eyes to be done,

March 12th, 2025

Buffalo Ambulatory Surgery Center

3095 Harlem RdCheektowaga, NY 14225

Tel: (716) 896-3815

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Atwal Eye Care

3095 Harlem Rd Ste 1Buffalo, NY 14225

Tel: (716) 896-8831

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

Sisters Of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus

2605 Harlem RdBuffalo, NY 14225


Dr. Ephraim Singh Atwal, MD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD	Dr. George Tung, MD	Dr. Peter Emmett Hurley, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (32 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.9 (26 Ratings)	4.5 (68 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Cheektowaga , NY	Bellmore , NY	Bellmore , NY	Williamsville , NY
Med School: Jagiellonian University	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Ophthalmology

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

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Louisiana State University

Medical School

Jagiellonian University

Jagiellonian University Medical CollegeGraduated in 2003

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