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Dr. Robert Fechtner, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.9 (8)
Map Pin Small Syracuse, NY
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Robert Fechtner, MD

Dr. Robert Fechtner, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Syracuse, NY. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER and is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Fechtner an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Fechtner works at Practice in Syracuse, NY with other offices in Newark, NJ and East Orange, NJ. 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. Fechtner's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Upstate Specialty Pediatric Ophthalmology
    550 Harrison St Ste L, Syracuse, NY 13202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 464-5253
  2. 2
    University Neuro-ophthalmology Associates
    30 BERGEN ST, Newark, NJ 07107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 972-2065
  3. 3
    Veterans Affairs New Jersey Health Care System
    385 Tremont Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 676-1000
  4. 4
    Umdnj University Hospital
    90 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 972-2065

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  • Upstate University Hospital

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    About Dr. Robert Fechtner, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 42 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1871527259
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / MEDICAL CENTER
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    • Ophthalmology
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