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.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
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3.7 
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46 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Italian, Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, German, Russian, English
Bridgeport , CTStamford , CTStamford , CTStamford , CT
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein Med Col Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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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

Completed their residency at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Driesman's NPI number is 1861509994.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Shelley Driesman speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Shelley Driesman is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital.
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