Summary

Dr. Joel Schuman is a highly experienced ophthalmologist with 42 years of dedicated practice in eye care. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. His extensive experience spans more than four decades of treating complex eye conditions and performing specialized surgical procedures. Dr. Schuman speaks English and brings deep expertise to his field.

Dr. Schuman practices at multiple locations in New York and Pittsburgh, with affiliations at UPMC Presbyterian, NYU Tisch Hospital, UPMC Saint Margaret, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, and NYU Langone Hospital Kimmel Pavilion. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, as well as cataracts. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and glaucoma surgery, with sedation services available for patient comfort during procedures. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.8.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Steven Schuman has 10 locations

Nyu Langone Eye Center

222 E 41st StNew York, NY 10017
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

NYU Ophthalmology Associates

222 E 41st St Fl 4New York, NY 10017

NYU Ophthalmology Associates

222 E 41st StNew York, NY 10017
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

NYU Ophthalmology Associates

222 E 41st St Fl 3New York, NY 10017

Upmc Mercy

1400 Locust StPittsburgh, PA 15219

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232

Upmc Saint Margaret

815 Freeport RdPittsburgh, PA 15215

Upmc Shadyside

5230 Centre Ave Ste 538Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Upmc Presbyterian

200 LOTHROP ST RM F677PITTSBURGH, PA 15213

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Dr. Joel Steven Schuman, MDDr. Craig Jon Moskowitz, MD, FRCSCDr. Alexander Rabinovich, MDDr. Steven Vale, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.7 
4.6 
42 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, French Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYScranton , PA
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Upstate Medical University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Steven Schuman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Steven Schuman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Steven Schuman has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Atrophy
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eye Surgery (Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures)
  • Glaucoma
  • Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ocular Hypotension
  • Optic Nerve Diseases
  • Pathologic Neovascularization
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Syndrome
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Joel Steven Schuman holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Beth Israel Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Schuman's NPI number is 1932184777.

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