Summary

Dr. Richard Getnick is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 58 years to caring for patients' vision and eye health. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. Dr. Getnick is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Getnick practices at Opticare PC in Waterbury, Connecticut, and maintains an affiliation with Waterbury Hospital. His extensive experience in ophthalmology has earned him strong patient trust and recognition in the community. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 58 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Italian, English
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Opticare Pc

87 Grandview Ave Ste AWaterbury, CT 06708
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Alan Getnick, MDDr. Andrew J Epstein, MDDr. Howard Lee Distelman, MDDr. Ralph Jay Falkenstein, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
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58 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Italian, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, French, English
Waterbury , CTEnfield , CTGuilford , CTDanbury , CT
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Alan Getnick

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Alan Getnick has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Alan Getnick has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wills Eye Institute

Medical School

Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1968

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Dr. Richard Getnick speaks Spanish, Italian, and English.
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Where is Dr. Richard Getnick's office located?
Dr. Richard Getnick's office is located at 87 Grandview Ave Ste A, Waterbury, CT, 06708.
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