Summary

Dr. Howard Schneider is an ophthalmologist with over six decades of medical experience serving patients in New York. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency training at McGaw Medical Center. Throughout his extensive 62-year career, Dr. Schneider has developed deep expertise in comprehensive eye care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Schneider maintains his practice at Fifth Avenue Eye Associates with locations in New York and Roslyn Heights, New York. He holds hospital privileges at Elmhurst Hospital Center, where he provides specialized ophthalmologic care. His decades of experience have established him as a trusted eye care specialist in the greater New York area. Patients have rated Dr. Schneider 4.0 out of 5 stars for his medical care and service.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 62 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mcgaw Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Joel Schneider has 2 locations

Fifth Avenue Eye Associates

1034 5th AveNew York, NY 10028
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Howard Joel Schneider

40 Turf LnRoslyn Heights, NY 11577

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Dr. Howard Joel Schneider, MDDr. Craig Jon Moskowitz, MD, FRCSCDr. Saikumar GandapodiDr. Sandra C Belmont, OD
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4.7 
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62 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYSouth Plainfield , NJNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Joel Schneider

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Cigna

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Joel Schneider has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Joel Schneider has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

62 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mcgaw Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 1964.

NPI Number

Dr. Schneider's NPI number is 1669421459.

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Dr. Howard Schneider is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center.

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