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Dr. Heidi Fischer, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.8 (16)
Map Pin Small Wellesley, MA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Heidi Fischer, MD

Dr. Heidi Fischer, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Wellesley, MA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Fischer an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Fischer works at Practice in Wellesley, MA with other offices in Needham, MA. 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. Fischer's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    1 Washington St Ste 403, Wellesley, MA 02481 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 235-5100
  2. 2
    Fischer Eye Care PC
    5 Clarke Rd, Needham, MA 02492 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 571-6796
  3. 3
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    40 Walnut St Ste 101, Wellesley, MA 02481 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 796-3937

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  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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    About Dr. Heidi Fischer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1134167430
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
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    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Fischer. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Fischer.

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