Summary

Dr. Philip Kaplan is an ophthalmologist who brings over six decades of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kings County Hospital Center. With 66 years in practice, Dr. Kaplan has developed extensive expertise in treating various eye conditions and vision disorders. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kaplan practices at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, New York. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and blepharitis, conditions that can significantly impact vision and eye comfort. His clinical expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and advanced diagnostic procedures like optical coherence tomography, which provides detailed images of the eye's structures to help diagnose and monitor various eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 66 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kings County Hospital Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Good Samaritan University Hospital

1000 Montauk HwyWest Islip, NY 11795

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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66 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Italian
West Islip , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip Kaplan

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip Kaplan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip Kaplan 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

66 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Kings County Hospital Center

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1960

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Dr. Philip Kaplan speaks English.
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Dr. Philip Kaplan is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital.

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