4.5
93 Ratings with 62 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Norman Saffra is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in neuro-ophthalmology and retinal conditions. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Yeshiva University and also trained in internal medicine at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Saffra is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.
Dr. Saffra practices at SightMD in Hewlett, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital. His clinical focus includes comprehensive eye examinations and treatment of complex retinal and vitreous diseases. He performs advanced retinal imaging procedures and provides anti-VEGF treatments for various eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Saffra an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Saffra practices at SightMD in Hewlett, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital. His clinical focus includes comprehensive eye examinations and treatment of complex retinal and vitreous diseases. He performs advanced retinal imaging procedures and provides anti-VEGF treatments for various eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Saffra an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 52 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Ophthalmology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
- 62 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Location
SightMD
1229 Broadway Ste 210Hewlett, NY 11557 Tel: (516) 239-6789
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
Sun10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Italian |
| Hewlett , NY | Scranton , PA | New York , NY | Hicksville , NY |
| Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Universite Libre De Bruxelles Faculte De Medecine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Norman Saffra
Medical Specialties
Norman Saffra has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Norman Saffra has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Norman Saffra holds an active 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 active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Ophthalmology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.
NPI Number
Norman Saffra's NPI number is 1811979735.
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- Norman Saffra speaks English.
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