Summary

Dr. Samuel Packer specializes in ophthalmology with six decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Packer is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Packer practices at multiple locations throughout New York, including Great Neck, New Hyde Park, and Staten Island, with affiliations at Northwell Health Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He treats patients with dry eyes, blepharitis, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and blepharoplasty procedures. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 60 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Samuel Packer has 5 locations

Northwell Ophthalmology

600 Northern Blvd Ste 214Great Neck, NY 11021
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

600 Northern Blvd Ste 218Great Neck, NY 11021

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

Staten Island University Hospital South

375 Seguine AveStaten Island, NY 10309

Northwell Health

475 Seaview AveStaten Island, NY 10305

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Dr. Samuel Packer, MDDr. Sirikishan R. Shetty, MDDr. Paul Petrakos, DODr. Lauren Beth Yeager, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.4 
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60 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English, Korean Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Great Neck , NYFresh Meadows , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samuel Packer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Samuel Packer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samuel Packer has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Ethics
  • Eye Cancer
  • Eye Cancer (Uveal Neoplasm)
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Melanoma
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Yale University School Of Medicine

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1966

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Samuel Packer's office located?
Dr. Samuel Packer's office is located at 600 Northern Blvd Ste 214, Great Neck, NY, 11021.
Does Dr. Samuel Packer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Samuel Packer affiliated with?
Dr. Samuel Packer is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital.
Does Dr. Samuel Packer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Samuel Packer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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