Summary

Dr. Gena Heidary treats strabismus, primary brain cancer, and neurocutaneous syndromes, and performs eye exams, vision tests, and visual field testing. She practices ophthalmology and is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear.

Board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Heidary earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed residencies at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. She sees patients in Boston, Massachusetts.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 22 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Penn Presbyterian Med Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Department of Ophthalmology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Boston , MAWellesley , MABrookline , MABrookline , MA
Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gena Heidary

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Gena Heidary has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Gena Heidary has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Gena Heidary holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Penn Presbyterian Med Center and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

Medical School

Graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 2004.

NPI Number

Gena Heidary's NPI number is 1972651206.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gena Heidary accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Gena Heidary accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Gena Heidary speak?
Gena Heidary speaks English.
Where is Gena Heidary's office located?
Gena Heidary's office is located at 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.
Which hospitals is Gena Heidary affiliated with?
Gena Heidary is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Is Gena Heidary accepting new patients?
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Data Sources

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  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
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