Summary

Dr. Heidi Fischer treats blepharitis, periorbital cellulitis, and scleroderma, and performs dilated eye exams as part of her ophthalmology practice. She has practiced ophthalmology for 33 years and is affiliated with Newton Wellesley Hospital.

Dr. Fischer earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency at Barnes Jewish Hospital. She sees patients in Wellesley and Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts, and speaks English and Russian.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 33 years of experience
  • speaks English, Russian
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Locations

Dr. Heidi Fischer has 2 locations

Eye Care And Laser Surgery Of Newton Wellesley

40 Walnut St Ste 101Wellesley, MA 02481
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Newton Wellesley Hospital

2014 Washington StNewton Lower Falls, MA 02462

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33 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Wellesley , MABrookline , MAWellesley , MABrookline , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Heidi Fischer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Heidi Fischer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Heidi Fischer has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Heidi Fischer holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

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 Barnes Jewish Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Fischer's NPI number is 1134167430.

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Dr. Heidi Fischer speaks English and Russian.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Heidi Fischer affiliated with?
Dr. Heidi Fischer is affiliated with Newton Wellesley Hospital.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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