Summary

Dr. George Tung is a board-certified ophthalmologist with more than 25 years of clinical and surgical experience. A Cornell-trained MD who graduated Summa Cum Laude from City College of New York, Dr. Tung completed residencies in Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center and Ophthalmology at North Shore University Hospital. Known for a patient-centered approach and steady surgical hands, he combines medical rigor with a practical focus on restoring and preserving sight.

A dedicated teacher as well as a clinician, Dr. Tung is an active member of the Northwell Health teaching staff, where he mentors ophthalmology residents and shares practical skills in patient care and surgical technique. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons and holds memberships in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the New York State Ophthalmological Society, the Long Island Ophthalmological Society, The Medical Society of the State of New York, and the Nassau County Medical Society. Patients and colleagues seek him out for his expertise in cataract and refractive eye care and for his reputation as a trusted vision-care steward. Naturally, his practice emphasizes services such as:

  • Cataract surgery and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation
  • Refractive surgery and vision correction procedures
  • Comprehensive ophthalmic examinations and ongoing eye health management
  • Medical and surgical treatment of common ocular diseases
  • Clinical teaching and resident education in ophthalmology

With deep roots in academic medicine and decades of hands-on experience, Dr. Tung blends surgical precision, evidence-based care, and a mentorship mindset that reassures patients seeking reliable, board-certified ophthalmic care. His Cornell training, long track record, and active role in professional societies distinguish him as a Long Island ophthalmologist committed to high-quality vision outcomes.

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Office Locations

Dr. George Tung has 2 locations

Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts

1010 Northern Blvd Ste 300Great Neck, NY 11021
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts

2450 Merrick RdBellmore, NY 11710
Mon8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 43 years of experience
  • 76 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George Tung

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • LLC
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AgeWell New York
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • ASO
  • Banker's Life
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • CoreSource
  • Davis Vision
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth HMO
  • EmblemHealth Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) HMO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • First United American
  • GEHA
  • GLOBE LIFE
  • GWH-Cigna (formerly Great West Healthcare)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthCare Partners
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Hennepin Health
  • HIP Emblem
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare EPO
  • MagnaCare PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid Medicaid
  • Medicaid Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan
  • Superior Vision
  • The Hartford
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UHC Community Plan
  • UHC Empire Plan
  • UHC NURSING HOME PLAN
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford HMO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. George Tung has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George Tung has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
New York State Ophthalmological Society
Long Island Ophthalmological Society
Medical Society of the State of New York
Nassau County Medical Society

Residency

Ophthalmology at North Shore University Hospital1989
Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center1986

Medical School

Weill Cornell Medical CollegeGraduated in 1983

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Dr. George Tung speaks English and Spanish.
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