3.9
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Gareth Lema treats diabetic retinopathy, diabetic eye disease, and retinal detachment, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He practices ophthalmology and is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Lema earned his MD and PhD from SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, completed an internship at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital in 2008, and a residency at Ross Eye Institute in 2011. He sees patients in New York, NY, and has 19 years of experience. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lema 3.86 out of 5.
Dr. Lema earned his MD and PhD from SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, completed an internship at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital in 2008, and a residency at Ross Eye Institute in 2011. He sees patients in New York, NY, and has 19 years of experience. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lema 3.86 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ross Eye Institute
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Gareth M.c. Lema has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish | Speaks English |
| New York , NY | Bellmore , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gareth M.c. Lema
Medical Specialties
Gareth M.c. Lema has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Gareth M.c. Lema has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Gareth M.c. Lema 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 Ross Eye Institute in 2011.
Internship
Completed their internship at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital in 2008.
Medical School
Graduated from SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences in 2007.
NPI Number
Gareth M.c. Lema's NPI number is 1982802476.
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- Which hospitals is Gareth Lema affiliated with?
- Gareth Lema is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital.
- What languages does Gareth Lema speak?
- Gareth Lema speaks English.
- Does Gareth Lema accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Gareth Lema has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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