Summary

Dr. Laura Hirschfeld is an ophthalmologist with three decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-related procedures. She earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at both Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. Dr. Hirschfeld is board certified in Ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology. She provides care in English.

Dr. Hirschfeld practices at Newton Medical Center and sees patients in Newton, New Jersey. She specializes in treating cataracts and fitting contact lenses for patients with vision needs. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and advanced imaging procedures like retinal imaging. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 30 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
  • 97 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Eye Physicians of Sussex County

183 High St Ste 2200Newton, NJ 07860
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Laura A. Hirschfeld, MDDr. Saikumar GandapodiDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. David Myron Inkeles
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
30 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Newton , NJSouth Plainfield , NJScranton , PANewton , NJ
Med School: Harvard University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura A. Hirschfeld

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura A. Hirschfeld has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura A. Hirschfeld has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital in New York

Medical School

Harvard University
New York University School of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Laura Hirschfeld accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Laura Hirschfeld has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Laura Hirschfeld speak?
Dr. Laura Hirschfeld speaks English.
Where is Dr. Laura Hirschfeld's office located?
Dr. Laura Hirschfeld's office is located at 183 High St Ste 2200, Newton, NJ, 07860.
Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Hirschfeld affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Hirschfeld is affiliated with Newton Medical Center.
Does Dr. Laura Hirschfeld accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laura Hirschfeld accepts on their Vitals profile.

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