Summary

Dr. Howard Tessler has practiced ophthalmology, internal medicine, and rheumatology for 61 years and is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center. He completed his residency at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and sees patients in Sarasota, Florida, and Gurnee, Illinois.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 61 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 25 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Harvey Tessler has 4 locations

Friendship Centers

1900 Brother Geenen WaySarasota, FL 34236
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical Eye Services

48 S Greenleaf StGurnee, IL 60031

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239

Doctors Hospital Of Sarasota

5731 Bee Ridge RdSarasota, FL 34233

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Dr. Howard Harvey Tessler, MDDr. Ahad Mahootchi, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDEsteban Ernesto Casasola
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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61 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish Speaks English
Sarasota , FLZephyrhills , FLCrestview , FLBrandon , FL
Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt, School of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Harvey Tessler

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Harvey Tessler has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Harvey Tessler has the following 25 areas of expertise

  • Bacterial Eye Infections
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Choroiditis
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Injuries
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Rheumatology
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Scleritis
  • Syndrome
  • Uveitis
  • Uveitis (Anterior Uveitis)
  • Uveitis (Sympathetic Ophthalmia)
  • Uveomeningoencephalitic Syndrome
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

61 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1967 and Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1965.

NPI Number

Dr. Tessler's NPI number is 1306849211.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Howard Tessler's office located?
Dr. Howard Tessler's office is located at 1900 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL, 34236.
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Does Dr. Howard Tessler accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Tessler affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Tessler is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center.

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