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Dr. Barry Schechter, MD

Ophthalmology*

3.6 (28)

Boynton Beach, FL

Accepting new patients

36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Barry Schechter, MD

Dr. Barry Schechter, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Boynton Beach, FL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Bethesda Hospital East. Dr. Schechter, completed a residency at STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT STONY BROOK. Patients rated Dr. Schechter an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Schechter works at Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute in Boynton Beach, FL with other offices in Boca Raton, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Drusen and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Schechter's Office Locations

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Florida Eye Boynton Beach
1717 W Woolbright Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426 Directions (561) 737-5500
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Florida Eye Boca Raton
9980 Central Park Blvd N Ste 204, Boca Raton, FL 33428 Directions (561) 451-4514

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About Dr. Barry Schechter, MD

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Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience

36 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Hebrew, Portuguese, Spanish and Yiddish

NPI Number

1487716494

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

Cornea & External Diseases University of Texas

Residency

STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT STONY BROOK

Internship

Dept. Of Medicine Beth Israel Medical Center

Medical Education

State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

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Is Dr. Barry Schechter, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Barry Schechter, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Schechter is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Barry Schechter, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Schechter accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Barry Schechter, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Schechter has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Barry Schechter, MD work with?

Dr. Schechter works at Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute in Boynton Beach, FL with other offices in Boca Raton, FL. View the full addresses on Dr. Schechter’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Barry Schechter, MD treats?

Dr. Schechter has seen patients for Drusen and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Schechter on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

What languages does Dr. Barry Schechter, MD speak?

Dr. Schechter speaks Hebrew, Portuguese, Spanish and Yiddish.

How do patients rate Dr. Barry Schechter, MD in reviews?

28 patients have reviewed Dr. Schechter. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Schechter.

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Dr. Barry Schechter, MD

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