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Dr. Daniel Schaefer, MD

Ophthalmology
3.1 (21)
Map Pin Small Buffalo, NY
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Daniel Schaefer, MD

Dr. Daniel Schaefer, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Buffalo, NY. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo and is affiliated with Sisters Of Charity Hospital.

Dr. Schaefer works at Daniel P Schaefer, MD in Buffalo, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis), Eyelid Disorders and Eyelid Surgery along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna 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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    Daniel P. Schaefer MD PC
    4590 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14226 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 839-3535

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  • Sisters Of Charity Hospital

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    Jan 02, 2018
    Very skilled surgeon.
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    About Dr. Daniel Schaefer, MD

    Specialties
    • Ophthalmology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 42 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1285699744
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Wills Eye Hosp
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Ny Eye & Ear Infmry
    Residency
    Internship
    • University at Buffalo - State University of New York
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Dr. Schaefer has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

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

    Dr. Schaefer works at Daniel P Schaefer, MD in Buffalo, NY. View the full address on Dr. Schaefer’s profile.

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

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Schaefer. The overall rating for this provider is 3.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Schaefer.

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