Summary

Dr. Pamela Sherwood-Karlan is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center through New York University School of Medicine in 1990. Dr. Sherwood-Karlan furthered her training with a fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell the same year. With 36 years of experience in ophthalmology, she provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Sherwood-Karlan practices in Stamford, Connecticut, where she focuses on treating serious eye conditions including cataracts and glaucoma. She has particular expertise in managing open-angle glaucoma, which is the most common form of this sight-threatening disease. Her practice includes performing comprehensive eye exams and specialized procedures such as dilated eye examinations and retinal imaging to help detect and monitor various eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 36 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Pamela Sherwood-Karlan

1351 Washington Blvd Ste 101Stamford, CT 06902

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36 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Stamford , CTBellmore , NYScranton , PABellmore , NY
Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Pamela Sherwood-Karlan

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pamela Sherwood-Karlan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Pamela Sherwood-Karlan has the following area of expertise

  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell1990

Residency

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center New York University School of Medicine1990

Medical School

Tufts University School of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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