4.5
13 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John Simon brings five decades of ophthalmology expertise to his practice, specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. With 50 years of dedicated experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Simon has built extensive knowledge in treating various eye conditions and performing diagnostic procedures. He provides care in English to serve his patients' needs.
Dr. Simon practices at Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York, and maintains affiliations with Saint Peters Hospital. He specializes in treating strabismus and amblyopia, conditions that affect eye alignment and vision development. His practice also focuses on managing allergic conjunctivitis, helping patients find relief from eye irritation and inflammation. Dr. Simon performs comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and vision tests to ensure thorough evaluation of his patients' eye health. Patients have given …him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Simon practices at Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York, and maintains affiliations with Saint Peters Hospital. He specializes in treating strabismus and amblyopia, conditions that affect eye alignment and vision development. His practice also focuses on managing allergic conjunctivitis, helping patients find relief from eye irritation and inflammation. Dr. Simon performs comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and vision tests to ensure thorough evaluation of his patients' eye health. Patients have given …him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mount Sinai Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 19 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews
Office Location
Compare with Similar Doctors
 |  |  |  |
| Dr. John Willard Simon, MD | Dr. George Tung, MD | Dr. Sing Your Li, MD | Dr. Sandra C Belmont, OD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Albany , NY | Bellmore , NY | Bellmore , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Willard Simon
Medical Specialties
Dr. John Willard Simon has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Willard Simon has the following 19 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. John Willard Simon 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Simon's NPI number is 1093770323.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. John Simon accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Simon accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. John Simon speak?
- Dr. John Simon speaks English.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Simon?
- You can find contact information for Dr. John Simon here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. John Simon's office located?
- Dr. John Simon's office is located at 43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY, 12208.
- Does Dr. John Simon accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. John Simon has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.
