Summary

Dr. Richard Spaide specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on vitreous, retina, and macular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Chestnut Hill Hospital. With 45 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Spaide brings extensive knowledge to treating complex retinal disorders. He is fluent in Italian and Spanish.

Dr. Spaide practices at several New York locations and is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. He treats conditions such as dry eyes, floaters and flashes, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. His expertise includes retinal imaging, comprehensive eye exams, and ophthalmoscopy procedures. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Italian, Spanish
  • Chestnut Hill Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 31 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide has 4 locations

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of New York

950 3rd Ave Fl 3New York, NY 10022
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of New York

110 Lafayette St Rm 502New York, NY 10013
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Physicians

110 Lafayette St Ste 503New York, NY 10013
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr James Maisel, MDDr. George Tung, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.9 
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45 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Italian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Italian Speaks English, Spanish
New York , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NYBellmore , NY
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Consolidated Health Plans
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide has the following 31 areas of expertise

  • Angioid Streaks
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Choroid Diseases
  • Choroiditis
  • Degenerative Myopia
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Eye Abnormalities
  • Eye Cancer (Choroid Neoplasm)
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Hereditary Eye Diseases
  • Histoplasmosis
  • Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Optic Nerve inflammation (Optic Neuritis)
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Artery Occlusion
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Detachment surgery (Scleral Buckling)
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Vision Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy
  • Vitreous Detachment (Retina Detachment)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Frederick Spaide holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

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 Chestnut Hill Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Spaide's NPI number is 1730281957.

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Dr. Richard Spaide is affiliated with New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai.
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Dr. Richard Spaide speaks Italian and Spanish.

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