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Summary
Dr. Joseph Zelefsky is an ophthalmologist with over two decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and has been practicing medicine for 23 years. Dr. Zelefsky also has training in internal medicine, giving him a comprehensive understanding of how various health conditions can affect eye health. He is fluent in both Russian and English.
Dr. Zelefsky practices at NYC Health Hospitals Lincoln and Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital, serving patients in the Bronx and Brooklyn. His expertise includes treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. He performs thorough dilated eye exams, vision tests, and visual field testing to help diagnose and monitor eye diseases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Zelefsky highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Zelefsky practices at NYC Health Hospitals Lincoln and Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital, serving patients in the Bronx and Brooklyn. His expertise includes treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. He performs thorough dilated eye exams, vision tests, and visual field testing to help diagnose and monitor eye diseases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Zelefsky highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 23 years of experience
- speaks Russian, English
- Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky has 2 locationsDr. Joseph R Zelefsky
575 Kings HwyBrooklyn, NY 11223Mon9:00 am - 2:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 11:00 am
SatClosed
Sun8:30 am - 11:00 am
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 23 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Italian | Speaks English |
| Bronx , NY | New York , NY | Hicksville , NY | South Plainfield , NJ |
| Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 2003.
NPI Number
Dr. Zelefsky's NPI number is 1750598744.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky affiliated with?
- Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky is affiliated with Nyc Health Hospitals Lincoln and Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky's office located?
- Dr. Joseph R Zelefsky's office is located at 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY, 10451.
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