Summary

Dr. Shelley Driesman is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye conditions and diseases. She earned her medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. With 46 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Driesman has developed extensive expertise in helping patients maintain and restore their vision. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Driesman practices at Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. She focuses on treating serious retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and retinal detachment. Her expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems, as well as providing anti-VEGF treatments for various retinal diseases. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lenox Hill Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital

267 Grant StBridgeport, CT 06610

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
46 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Hindi, Urdu, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bridgeport , CTEast Setauket , NYSmithtown , NYEast Setauket , NY
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Duke University School of Medicine Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: The School of Medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shelley Gail Driesman

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shelley Gail Driesman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shelley Gail Driesman has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Contact lenses
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Low Vision
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lenox Hill Hospital

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Shelley Driesman's office located?
Dr. Shelley Driesman's office is located at 267 Grant St, Bridgeport, CT, 06610.
What languages does Dr. Shelley Driesman speak?
Dr. Shelley Driesman speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Shelley Driesman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shelley Driesman accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shelley Driesman?
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Is Dr. Shelley Driesman accepting new patients?
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