Summary

Dr. Michael Swerdin is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency training at New York Medical College. With 32 years of clinical experience, Dr. Swerdin brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in Italian and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Swerdin practices at New York City Health and Hospitals Queens and Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island in Valley Stream and Jamaica, New York. He specializes in treating cataracts, dry eyes, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. His procedural expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, tonometry for glaucoma screening, and retinal imaging to evaluate the back of the eye. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 32 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Italian, Spanish
  • New York Medical College
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Alan Swerdin has 2 locations

Ophthalmic Consultants Of Long Island

70 E SUNRISE HWY STE 400VALLEY STREAM, NY 11581
Mon11:00 am - 7:00 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

New York City Health And Hospitals Queens

8268 164th StJamaica, NY 11432

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Dr. Michael Alan Swerdin, MDDr James Maisel, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. Christopher E. Starr, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.9 
4.1 
32 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Italian, Spanish Speaks English, Italian Speaks English Speaks English
VALLEY STREAM , NYHicksville , NYScranton , PANew York , NY
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Alan Swerdin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • EyeMed
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - EPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Alan Swerdin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Alan Swerdin has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Medical College

Medical School

Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of MedGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Michael Swerdin accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Michael Swerdin accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Swerdin affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Swerdin is affiliated with New York City Health And Hospitals Queens.
Where is Dr. Michael Swerdin's office located?
Dr. Michael Swerdin's office is located at 70 E SUNRISE HWY STE 400, VALLEY STREAM, NY, 11581.
Does Dr. Michael Swerdin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Swerdin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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