Summary

Dr. Gerald Saffer is an ophthalmologist who brings more than five decades of medical expertise to eye care. He earned his medical degree from Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna Scuola Di Medicina E Chirurgia and completed his residency training at Nassau University Medical Center. With 53 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Saffer has built extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Saffer practices in West Nyack, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. His long-standing career in ophthalmology allows him to address a wide range of vision-related concerns for patients in the community. The depth of his experience positions him to provide comprehensive eye care services to individuals seeking specialized treatment.

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Quick Facts

  • 53 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Nassau University Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Saffer Gerald Office

14 Doscher Ave Ste CWest Nyack, NY 10994
Mon10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
53 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
West Nyack , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Bologna Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Gerald Norman Saffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gerald Norman Saffer 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

53 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Nassau University Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Bologna
Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna Scuola Di Medicina E ChirurgiaGraduated in 1973

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Dr. Gerald Saffer is affiliated with Montefiore Nyack Hospital.

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