Dr. Philip R. Niswander, MD | Buffalo, NY | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Philip Niswander is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 47 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training at Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. Niswander brings nearly five decades of experience to his practice, providing comprehensive eye care services. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Niswander practices at Buffalo General Medical Center and Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Buffalo and Williamsville, New York. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye conditions, along with comprehensive eye exams. Patients have given Dr. Niswander an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.

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4.5

30 Ratings
47 years of experience
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Strong Memorial Hospital
14 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 office locations
Male

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I am very pleased with my LASIK experience and would highly recommend Dr. Niswander to anyone considering this procedure. He took a lot of time explaining the procedure to me, and I found all of the staff to be very friendly and professional. The day of my surgery was very efficient, and the staff kept me informed of what was happening. I am so pleased with my surgical results and am so excited to have 20/20 vision without contacts or glasses!

February 20th, 2020

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The system they have for patients coming in is phenominal!! The nurses and assistants were friendly, very efficient and kept the patients moving right along. Dr. Niswander is gentle, great CARTside manner and followup next day is the same. THANK YOU.

September 5th, 2014

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What a great office! Beautifully office, beautiful staff, wonderful caring doctor! Excellent experience.

October 4th, 2012

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Dr. Niswanders staff is very friendly and professional. Their very knowledgable and caring. Wait time was only 10 minutes but because of other complications I needed to stay longer. This did not have anything to do with being over booked.

September 19th, 2012

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Referred for cataract surgery. First class treatment all the way. Staff is so friendly and caring. Dr. Niswander is a blessing. Highly recommended!

November 19th, 2011

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a caring,sincere person,who takes pride in his profession,it also shows in his wonderful staff! The care i got from day one until my last visit was exceptional,a "BIG THANKS" to all of you.

September 30th, 2011

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Everything about my cataract surgery was highly professional from my first visit through my last. The surgical staff were exceedingly professional and I experienced almost no waiting times. At my 2nd follow-up visit, the Dr. determined I needed only one eye cataract removed...something I'm sure other doctors might not suggest...and advised me to revisit with him when my vision began to be a problem for me in the eye. Highly competent and extremely professional, both he and his entire staff.

June 16th, 2011

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I would highly recommend Dr. Niswander. He is caring and I did not feel rushed at all. Staff is all very friendly and I got beautiful glasses there too!

June 6th, 2011

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Dr. Niswander greatly surprised me with the high level of care that he and his staff provided. All the information and care I needed for cataract surgery was provided at a very professional level. I could not have expected better care.

May 26th, 2011

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AFTER 45 YEARS OF SEEING MANY DIFFERENT DOCTORS DR NISWANDER GAVE ME MORE INFORMATION IN A 15 MINUTE VISIT THEN I EVER HAD. MY CATARACT SURGERY WAS A HUGE SUCCESS. THE DR AND STAFF ARE VERY KNOWLEDGABLE CARING AND UNDERSTANDING

April 7th, 2011

Buffalo General Medical Center

100 High StBuffalo, NY 14203

Tel: (716) 859-5600

Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital

1540 Maple RdWilliamsville, NY 14221

Tel: (716) 568-3600


Dr. Philip Robert Niswander, MD	Dr. George Tung, MD	Dr. Sing Your Li, MD	Dr. Peter Emmett Hurley, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (30 Ratings)	3.9 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (68 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Buffalo , NY	Bellmore , NY	Bellmore , NY	Williamsville , NY
Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Ophthalmology

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Strong Memorial Hospital

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Medical College Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1979

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