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Dr. Daniel Schaefer, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.2 (22)
Map Pin Small Buffalo, NY
Accepting new patients
43 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 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo and is affiliated with Eastern Niagara Hospital - Lockport, ECMC Health Campus, Medina Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Mount Saint Mary's Hospital And Health Center, Olean General Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital, Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus and UPMC Chautauqua. Dr. Schaefer, completed a residency at Ny Eye & Ear Infmry. Patients rated Dr. Schaefer an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Schaefer works at Practice in Buffalo, NY. They are accepting new patients and accept 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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Dr. Schaefer's Office Locations

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    4590 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14226 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 839-3535
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    3495 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 834-9200

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  • Eastern Niagara Hospital - Lockport
  • ECMC Health Campus
  • Medina Memorial Hospital
  • Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo
  • Mount Saint Mary's Hospital And Health Center
  • Olean General Hospital
  • Sisters Of Charity Hospital
  • Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus
  • UPMC Chautauqua

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 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 Hospital
    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
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