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Dr. Robert Auerbach, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist in New York, NY. They specialize in Pediatric Ophthalmology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Dermatology. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Optum Medical Care, P.C.. Dr. Auerbach, completed a residency at SUNY Downstate. Patients rated Dr. Auerbach an average 4.6 star rating.
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Dr. Auerbach's Office Locations
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Optum Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus - NYC157 E 72nd St, New York, NY 10021 Directions (516) 261-5786
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Optum Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus - Great Neck1000 Northern Blvd Ste 190, Great Neck, NY 11021 Directions (631) 980-9738
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Hypotropia
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Iridocyclitis
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Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
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Keratitis
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Lacrimal Gland Disorder
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Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
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Mechanical Strabismus
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Migraine
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Monofixation Syndrome
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Nerve Sheath Tumors
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Nystagmus
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Ocular Hypertension
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Optic Neuritis
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Paralytic Strabismus
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Photokeratitis
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
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Presbyopia
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Pterygium
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Retina Diseases
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Retinal Dystrophy
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Retinal Hemorrhage
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Retinoblastoma
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Retinoschisis
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Sjögren's Syndrome
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Squamous Blepharitis
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Stye
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Trichiasis
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Vitreous Hemorrhage
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B-Scan Ultrasound
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Contact Lens Fitting Services
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Contact Lens Treatment
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Eye Examination
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Eye Surgery
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Eyelid Surgery
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
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Foreign Body Removal from Eye
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Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
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Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
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Insurance Accepted
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- Consumer Health Network
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Ratings & Reviews
4.6
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About Dr. Robert Auerbach, MD
Specialties*
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience
- 37 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English, Spanish
Languages Spoken
Gender
- Male
Gender
NPI Number
- 1609874460
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Residency
- SUNY Downstate
Residency
Internship
- Beth Israel Medical Center|Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Campus|Montefiore Medical Center
Internship
Medical Education
- State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Dermatology and Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Hospital Affiliations
- Optum Medical Care, P.C.
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Dr. Auerbach has seen patients for Heterophoria, Strabismus and Exophoria, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Auerbach on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
Dr. Auerbach speaks Spanish.
173 patients have reviewed Dr. Auerbach. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Auerbach.
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