Dr. Vincent J. Patalano II, MD | Somerville, MA | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Vincent Patalano specializes in ophthalmology and surgery, bringing 38 years of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, along with internal medicine training at Mount Auburn Hospital. Dr. Patalano holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Patalano practices at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, with locations in Somerville and Malden, Massachusetts. His expertise includes treating cataracts and managing diabetes-related eye complications in both adults and young patients. He performs comprehensive eye exams and advanced retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.6

10 Ratings
38 years of experience
25 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Manhattan E E T Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine
7 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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there are signs in his office in a foreign language. i only speak, read, and write english. i feel he is favoring non-english people. maybe i should find another opthamologist! my wait time was 2.5 hours!

February 14th, 2017

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i waited 3 hours before i saw dr. vincent patalano

November 26th, 2016

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There are two signs in the waiting area stating "just because you are here first doesn't mean you will be seen first". Whoever approved these signs has a lot of hubris. Doctors should have empathy for their patients and should realize the long wait time is not physically and not mentally healthy for their patients.

February 28th, 2015

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Too many appointments for an 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. timeframe. That is why there is such a long wait to see the doctor, and that is why the patients are not getting the time they need from the doctor,.

January 17th, 2015

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He is thorough and easy to understand. Takes time to explain things.

April 18th, 2012

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I don't appreciate being forced to wait over an hour and a half because there are 10 other people who have appointments scheduled at the exact same time as mine. That is just unacceptable.

June 10th, 2011

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Dr. Patalano performed Lasik surgery on both my eyes 10 years ago.I was so pleased with the outcome, and the way I was treated, there is no other Dr. I would trust with my eyesight. He has performed additional procedures over the years, and I am always thrilled with the care I receive.

March 8th, 2010

CHA Eye Center, Somerville Campus

236 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143

Tel: (617) 591-4949

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Sat9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Sun9:00 am - 4:30 pm

CHA Eye Center, Malden

195 Canal St # 2Malden, MA 02148

Tel: (781) 338-8989

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Vincent J. Patalano II, MD	Dr. Ernest William Kornmehl, MD	Dr. Alasdair K T Conn	Dr. Steven David Salt
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Emergency Medicine	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.6 (10 Ratings)	4.8 (51 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)
38 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	55 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Somerville , MA	Wellesley , MA	Boston , MA	Marlborough , MA
Med School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma	Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Edinburgh College Of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine	Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Blindness
Cataract
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Diabetic Retinopathy
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Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
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Macular Degeneration
Refractive Surgical Procedures
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Manhattan E E T Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine

Medical School

Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston MaGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Vincent Patalano II affiliated with?: Dr. Vincent Patalano II is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Where is Dr. Vincent Patalano II's office located?: Dr. Vincent Patalano II's office is located at 236 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143.
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