Summary

Dr. Michael Conners is an ophthalmologist with three decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-correcting procedures. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed specialized training through multiple fellowships, including corneal and external disease studies at Washington University in St. Louis and refractive surgery training at Minnesota Eye Consultants. Dr. Conners holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Conners practices at SightMD locations in Wading River and East Setauket, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Mather Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating astigmatism and blepharitis, as well as addressing birthmarks that affect the eye area. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision for his patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Conners highly for his care, giving him 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
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Minnesota Eye Consultants, Refractive Surgery
  • 54 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Michael Conners has 2 locations

SightMD NY (TOC EYE) Wading River

6144 Ny-25a Bldg #A Suite 6Wading River, NY 11792
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

SightMD NY (TOC EYE) East Setauket

3400 Nesconset Hwy Ste 107East Setauket, NY 11733
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.9 
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30 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Italian Speaks English Speaks English
Wading River , NYHicksville , NYBellmore , NYNew York , NY
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Conners

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Michael Conners has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michael Conners has the following 12 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Michael Conners holds an expired medical license in the state of New York. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Minnesota Eye Consultants, Refractive Surgery in 2001 and Washington Univ St Louis-MO, Cornea/External Disease in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at WASHINGTON U/B-JH/SLCH CONC, 2001 in 1997, Washington University Medical Center in St. Louis in 1997, and GREENWICH HOSP, 1997 in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1996.

NPI Number

Michael Conners' NPI number is 1497772958.

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Michael Conners's office is located at 6144 Ny-25a Bldg #A Suite 6, Wading River, NY, 11792.
What languages does Michael Conners speak?
Michael Conners speaks English.
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