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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.
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 Tel: (845) 353-0668
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 53 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 51 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| West Nyack , NY | Bellmore , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: University Of Bologna | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Albany Medical College | Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry |
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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
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
Dr. Gerald Norman Saffer 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 Nassau University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Bologna and Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna Scuola Di Medicina E Chirurgia in 1973.
NPI Number
Dr. Saffer's NPI number is 1013043587.
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- Where is Dr. Gerald Saffer's office located?
- Dr. Gerald Saffer's office is located at 14 Doscher Ave Ste C, West Nyack, NY, 10994.
- What languages does Dr. Gerald Saffer speak?
- Dr. Gerald Saffer speaks English.
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