Summary

Dr. Eric Donnenfeld is an ophthalmologist with 46 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his specialized training through a residency at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. His extensive career has made him skilled in helping patients with various eye health needs. Dr. Donnenfeld speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Donnenfeld practices at Saint Vincents Medical Center and maintains office locations in Fairfield, Connecticut and Garden City, New York. He specializes in cataract treatment and performs cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision for his patients. His expertise also includes treating posterior capsule opacity and keratoconus, conditions that can significantly impact eyesight. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his care and treatment outcomes.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 31 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Eric David Donnenfeld has 5 locations

Ophthalmic Consultants Of Connecticut Fairfield

1375 Kings Hwy Ste 300Fairfield, CT 06824
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:30 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 6:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ophthalmic Consultants Of Connecticut

1375 Kings Hwy Ste 301Fairfield, CT 06824
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

Ophthalmic Consultants Of Long Island

711 Stewart Ave Ste 160Garden City, NY 11530
Mon9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

Mercy Medical Center

1000 N Village AveRockville Centre, NY 11570

Island Eye Surgicenter Llc

1500 Jericho TpkeWestbury, NY 11590
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
4.9 
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46 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Italian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Fairfield , CTHicksville , NYWaterbury , CTNew Haven , CT
Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric David Donnenfeld

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Davis Vision
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Plan
  • EyeMed
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - EPO
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric David Donnenfeld has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric David Donnenfeld has the following 31 areas of expertise

  • Astigmatism
  • Bacterial Eye Infections
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Conjunctival Diseases
  • Cornea Transplant (Penetrating Keratoplasty)
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Corneal Opacity
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eye Syndromes
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Injuries
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid Diseases
  • Fungal eye infections
  • Glaucoma
  • Hereditary Corneal Dystrophies
  • Keratoconus
  • Laser Eye Surgery (Photorefractive Keratectomy)
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Near Sightedness (Myopia)
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Surgical Wound Dehiscence
  • Uveitis (Anterior Uveitis)
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wills Eye Institute

Medical School

Geisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Eric Donnenfeld affiliated with?
Dr. Eric Donnenfeld is affiliated with Saint Vincents Medical Center.
Does Dr. Eric Donnenfeld accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Eric Donnenfeld accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Eric Donnenfeld accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Eric Donnenfeld has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Eric Donnenfeld accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Eric Donnenfeld speak?
Dr. Eric Donnenfeld speaks English and Spanish.

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