Dr. Michael L. Vilardo, MD | Buffalo, NY | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Michael Vilardo is an ophthalmologist with surgical expertise who has dedicated 35 years to helping patients preserve and restore their vision. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency training at the University of Wisconsin Hospital. Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Vilardo has developed comprehensive skills in both medical and surgical eye care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vilardo practices at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital and sees patients at locations in Buffalo and East Amherst, New York. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His diagnostic capabilities include advanced retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect eye conditions early. Dr. Vilardo also performs comprehensive dilated eye exams to monitor overall eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out …of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.1

24 Ratings
35 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Wisconsin Hospital
10 written reviews
2 specialties
10 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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What a great doctor and human being. Thank God We found him !

August 6th, 2020

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Brilliant doctor! Saved eye sight due to Glaucoma problem. Thank goodness for him as a skilled surgeon.

July 17th, 2020

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Excellent doctor who cares and goes out of his way to diagnose your eye problem.

February 21st, 2020

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Dr Vilardo accommodated me as a new patient by seeing me on an unscheduled emergency basis, diagnosing the cause for an eye infection, and prescribing the appropriate course of treatment. He took his time, fully explained my condition and answered all my questions.

August 20th, 2019

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Dr. Vilardo is the best doctor! He is a glaucoma specialist and truly cares about all of his patients. I’m so glad that I found him to help me!

August 5th, 2019

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This doctor is so professional, kind and intelligent. He diagnosed a very difficult situation. I’m grateful to have been referred to with glaucoma early, he saved my vision.

May 17th, 2019

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Dr. Vilardo is very thorough and patient. He is also very personable which makes your appt easy to go to but his office is far and I don't drive so it's hard to get to.

October 10th, 2016

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This doctor pressures patients into surgery so he can make more money. He has lied to patients to convince them to get surgery they don't need. He believes he is the best (he is not) and is very arrogant. Do not go to him.

December 22nd, 2014

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Get a second opinion before you let him pressure you into surgery, if possible. He will try to convince patients that surgery is the best option, when there are other options on the table. I have lost vision because of this doctor. He is arrogant and believes that he is the best at what he does--this is not the case.

March 18th, 2013

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Won't be returning

September 4th, 2012

Buffalo Va Medical Center

3495 Bailey AveBuffalo, NY 14215

Tel: (716) 834-9200

Atwal Eye Care

9540 TRANSIT RD STE 103EAST AMHERST, NY 14051

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Michael Lawrence Vilardo, MD	Dr. George Tung, MD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD	Dr. Guy Frederick Brisseau
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (24 Ratings)	3.9 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Buffalo , NY	Bellmore , NY	Bellmore , NY	Buffalo , NY
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med
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Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Wisconsin Hospital

Medical School

University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1991

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