Summary

Dr. Farihah Anwar is an ophthalmologist who brings 15 years of experience to her practice at the Northwell Health Eye Institute. She earned her medical degree from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, where she developed her foundation in comprehensive eye care. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of vision health, from routine eye examinations to complex surgical procedures. Dr. Anwar is fluent in English.

Dr. Anwar practices at the Northwell Health Eye Institute in Bethpage, NY, where she focuses on treating serious eye conditions that can affect vision. She specializes in managing glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which requires careful monitoring to prevent vision loss. Her surgical skills include cataract surgery, helping patients restore clear vision when their natural lens becomes clouded. She also performs comprehensive dilated eye exams to detect and monitor various eye conditions early.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Bethpage , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Farihah Anwar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Fidelis
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VISION
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Farihah Anwar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Farihah Anwar has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook UniversityGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Farihah Anwar's office located?
Dr. Farihah Anwar's office is located at 4300 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY, 11714.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Farihah Anwar?
You can find contact information for Dr. Farihah Anwar here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Farihah Anwar speak?
Dr. Farihah Anwar speaks English.
Does Dr. Farihah Anwar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Farihah Anwar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Farihah Anwar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Farihah Anwar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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