Summary

Dr. Eric Gechter specializes in ophthalmology with over five decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and has dedicated 51 years to helping patients preserve and improve their vision. Dr. Gechter is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout South Florida.

Dr. Gechter practices at South Florida Vision Associates in Fort Lauderdale and maintains hospital privileges at Broward Health North. He focuses on treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and vision testing to help detect and monitor eye health. Patients have given Dr. Gechter an average rating of 3.4 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

South Florida Vision Associates Llc

2900 NW 62nd St Ste 1Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
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. Eric Charles Gechter, MDDr. Margarita Cardenas-Villa, MDDr. Kathryn Elaine Miller, DODr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
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51 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Fort Lauderdale , FLBoynton Beach , FLBoynton Beach , FLCRESTVIEW , FL
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana Facultad De Medicina Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Charles Gechter

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric Charles Gechter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric Charles Gechter has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Eric Charles Gechter holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Gechter's NPI number is 1104830413.

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Dr. Eric Gechter is affiliated with Broward Health North.
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Dr. Eric Gechter's office is located at 2900 NW 62nd St Ste 1, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309.
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