Dr. Howard J. Kaplan, MD | Poughkeepsie, NY | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Howard Kaplan treats diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration, and performs optical coherence tomography, retinal imaging, and dilated eye exams. He practices ophthalmology and has 36 years of experience. He is affiliated with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center and sees patients in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, and Fishkill, New York. He speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Kaplan earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kaplan 4.35 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.3

60 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
New York University School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Kaplan's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

60 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (29) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (28) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr Kaplan is by far the best doctor. You have to wait to see him, but it is well worth it. My husband has been seeing him for about 5 years now. We could not ask for a better doctor. His staff also, is fantastic, we just love them all.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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March 29th, 2018

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Dr Kaplan saved my mother's sight. He makes eye injections painless. Even though she is hard of hearing he explained everything to her and still made her laugh. Great staff that has been with him forever.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 8th, 2015

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Dr Kaplan, is very helpful and bedside manner is good.. He takes time and explain so that I would understand..

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 18th, 2015

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I have been under the care of Dr. Kaplan for over seven years. I truly believe that had I not met him, I would not have vision today. He and nd his staff are very knowledgeable and professional. He calmed my fears and offered me peace of mind.

March 29th, 2014

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Dr, Kaplan has a confident, almost relaxed, personality. He is extremely knowledgeable and keeps current with technology which is important with Macular degeneration especially. It became very apparent he really cares for each patient and I would highly recommend him and his staff.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 26th, 2014

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Dr. Kaplan is excellent at communicating with his patients. He took the time to discuss and help me understand my diagnosis, and he is deeply knowledgeable. I would absolutely recommend him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 8th, 2013

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94 Pine StPoughkeepsie, NY 12601

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51 Hurley AveKingston, NY 12401

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Hudson Retina

973 Main StFishkill, NY 12524

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Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center

45 Reade PlPoughkeepsie, NY 12601

Tel: (845) 454-8500


Dr. Howard Jay Kaplan, MD	Dr. Steven Vale, MD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD	Dr. Sandra C Belmont, OD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (60 Ratings)	4 (59 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (11 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Poughkeepsie , NY	Scranton , PA	Bellmore , NY	New York , NY
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine	Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare

Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Retina Surgery
Retinal Disorders
Vision Issues

Dr. Howard Jay Kaplan 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

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Kaplan's NPI number is 1134224702.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Kaplan affiliated with?: Dr. Howard Kaplan is affiliated with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Howard Kaplan speak?: Dr. Howard Kaplan speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Howard Kaplan's office located?: Dr. Howard Kaplan's office is located at 94 Pine St, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601.

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