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Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD

Ophthalmology*
2.1 (19)
Map Pin Small Rochester, NY
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD

Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Rochester, NY. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 53 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from MAULANA AZAD INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES and is affiliated with Highland Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Chawla an average 2.1 star rating.

Dr. Chawla works at Practice in Rochester, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Dislocation of Lens along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Chawla's Office Locations

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    1992 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14618 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 442-2020

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Highland Hospital
  • Strong Memorial Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Dislocation of Lens
Optic Neuritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Dislocation of Lens
Optic Neuritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Cataract
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Eye Infections
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Paralytic Strabismus
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Cataract Removal Surgery
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Astigmatism
Blindness
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Eyes
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Endophthalmitis
Eyelid Disorders
Focal Chorioretinitis and Focal Retinochoroiditis
Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
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Headache
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Hyphema
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Macular Hole
Non-Magnetic Retained Intraocular Foreign Body
Ocular Hypertension
Periorbital Cellulitis
Pterygium
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinoschisis
Tear Duct Disorders
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Cyclocryotherapy
Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
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    About Dr. Dinesh Chawla, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 53 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Hindi
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1336151620
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • MAULANA AZAD INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

    Dr. Chawla has seen patients for Dislocation of Lens, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Chawla on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Chawla. The overall rating for this provider is 2.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Chawla.

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