Summary

Dr. Michael Bennett is an ophthalmologist who brings over three decades of experience to eye care in Hawaii. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency training at Emory Healthcare. Dr. Bennett speaks both English and Tagalog, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds throughout the Hawaiian islands.

Dr. Bennett practices at multiple Bennett Eye Institute locations across Honolulu, Aiea, Hilo, Kailua Kona, and Waipahu, as well as the Surgery Center of the Pacific in Honolulu. He also maintains an affiliation with Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children. His expertise includes treating dry eye conditions and presbyopia, which affects near vision as people age. Dr. Bennett performs comprehensive eye exams and advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect eye diseases early. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 33 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tagalog, English
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Darren Bennett has 6 locations

Bennett Eye Institute

1620 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 500Honolulu, HI 96815
Mon7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:45 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:45 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett Eye Institute

98-1247 Kaahumanu St Ste 310AAiea, HI 96701
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett Eye Institute

126 Puuhonu WayHilo, HI 96720
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

Surgery Center Of The Pacific

1401 S BERETANIA ST STE 420HONOLULU, HI 96814

Bennett Eye Institute

77-6399 Nalani St Ste 2Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett Eye Institute

94-216 FARRINGTON HWY STE B2-203-2WAIPAHU, HI 96797
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

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.8 
4.6 
33 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Tagalog, English Speaks Spanish, French, Tagalog, Italian, English Speaks Tagalog, English Speaks English
Honolulu , HIWahiawa , HIEwa Beach , HIHonolulu , HI
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Darren Bennett

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Darren Bennett has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Darren Bennett has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Bennett's NPI number is 1043274111.

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Dr. Michael Bennett speaks Tagalog and English.
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