Summary

Dr. Hitesh Patel is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He completed his internship at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in 1994, followed by residency training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1996 and additional residency work at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1998. Dr. Patel holds board certification in Ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology, which he earned in 2020. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Patel practices at Patel Eye Associates in Edison, New Jersey, where he focuses on treating common eye conditions that affect daily vision and comfort. His expertise includes managing allergic conjunctivitis and addressing contact lens-related infections that can impact eye health. He also specializes in contact lens fittings and care, helping patients achieve clear vision through proper lens selection and maintenance. Patients have given Dr. Patel an average rating of 4.5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his eye care services.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
  • 76 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Patel Eye Associates, LLC

228 Plainfield AveEdison, NJ 08817

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.5 
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16 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Edison , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hitesh K Patel

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hitesh K Patel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hitesh K Patel has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Age-related vision loss (Presbyopia)
  • Astigmatism
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Dry Eye Syndromes
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Hydrophthalmos
  • Keratoconus
  • Laser Medicine & Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pterygium
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology, 2020

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School1998
Cleveland Clinic Foundation1996

Internship

Crozer-Chester Medical Center1994

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