4.4
36 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Nissen is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 36 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency training at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Nissen speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, and Tagalog, allowing him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Nissen practices at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, NY. He specializes in treating conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, posterior vitreous detachment, and floaters and flashes. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and comprehensive dilated eye exams to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Nissen practices at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, NY. He specializes in treating conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, posterior vitreous detachment, and floaters and flashes. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and comprehensive dilated eye exams to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, Tagalog
- North Shore University Hospital
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Michael Nissen has 3 locationsNissen Michael Office
1317 3rd Ave Fl 1New York, NY 10021 Tel: (212) 772-7000
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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| 36 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 33 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, Tagalog | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Albany Medical College | Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Nissen
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Nissen has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Nissen has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
North Shore University Hospital
Medical School
Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1990
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