Summary

Dr. Gideon Schneck is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience specializing in eye and eyelid care. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in 1990, followed by a fellowship at University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. His extensive training has established him as an expert in comprehensive eye care and specialized eyelid procedures. Dr. Schneck communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Schneck practices at Stony Brook University Hospital and maintains offices in Stony Brook and Woodbury, New York. He treats a range of eye conditions including oculoplastic disorders and orbital tumors, and he welcomes patients of all ages. His surgical expertise includes both aesthetic and functional eyelid surgery, as well as Botox injections and treatment for chalazion and blepharitis. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Gideon L Schneck has 2 locations

Gideon L. Schneck, MD

2500 Nesconset Hwy Bldg 17Stony Brook, NY 11790
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Gideon L. Schneck, MD

800 Woodbury Rd Ste KWoodbury, NY 11797
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri7:30 am - 9:50 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Gideon L Schneck, MDDr James Maisel, MDDr. Sandra C Belmont, ODDr. George Tung, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.9 
4.4 
3.9 
40 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Stony Brook , NYHicksville , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NY
Med School: Boston University School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Gideon L Schneck

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund (through Aetna Health Plans)
  • Aetna Health Inc.
  • Affinity Molina/Medicaid Child Health Plus
  • Affinity/Molina Medicaid
  • AgeWell New York Plans
  • Beech Street a MultiPlan Network
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Inc. (Beacon Health) SB Psychiatry only
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna HealthCare of New York HMOPPO Open Access
  • Emblem Health-Somos
  • Emblemhealth Plan (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Plan Inc. (GHI)
  • Empire Blue Cross (confirm plan with Empireblue.com)
  • Empire HealthChoice HMO Inc.-Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Core
  • Empire HealthChoice HMO Inc.-EmpireBlue _ Northwell Direct Tier 2
  • Empire HealthChoice HMO Inc.-Federal Employee Program (Prefix R)
  • Empire HealthChoice HMO Inc.-Prefixes - R4R ZTO PYO S8Q KCH YXF AZL J2H C4D YKH HPP D9U
  • Empire Medicare Advantage HMO Plans(not Select Plans)
  • Empire Plan the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP)
  • Excellus Health Plan Inc.
  • Fidelis Medicaid Child Health Plus HealthierLife
  • Healthcare Partners (Specialists only)
  • Healthfirst Medicaid Child Health Plus Essential Personal Wellness
  • Humana ChoiceCare Plans as a Wrap-Around GHI Network Access
  • Humana TriCare
  • Magnacare Northwell Direct (wrap-around network)
  • MagnaCare PPO /Direct Plus(Brighten Health Plan)
  • MultiPlan PPO/PHCS/Limited Plan
  • Oxford Freedom
  • Oxford Liberty

Medical Specialties

Gideon L Schneck has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Gideon L Schneck has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glaucoma
  • Graves Disease (Thyroid Eye Disease)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Vision Issues
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Gideon L Schneck 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991.

Residency

Completed their residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Gideon L Schneck's NPI number is 1023054350.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Gideon Schneck affiliated with?
Gideon Schneck is affiliated with STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
Does Gideon Schneck accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Gideon Schneck has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Gideon Schneck?
You can find contact information for Gideon Schneck here on Vitals.
Where is Gideon Schneck's office located?
Gideon Schneck's office is located at 2500 Nesconset Hwy Bldg 17, Stony Brook, NY, 11790.
What languages does Gideon Schneck speak?
Gideon Schneck speaks English.

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