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Dr. Sanford Rakofsky, MD

Ophthalmology
5.0 (13)
Map Pin Small Coral Gables, FL
Accepting new patients
57 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Sanford Rakofsky, MD

Dr. Sanford Rakofsky, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Coral Gables, FL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 57 years of experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY.

Dr. Rakofsky works at Sanford I Rakofsky MD in Coral Gables, FL. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida 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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    Sanford I Rakofsky MD
    401 Coral Way Ste 301, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (305) 442-9020

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    Oct 13, 2021
    A wonderful, caring doctor. He has helped me coordinate care to others at little cost. Money is not his priority but essentially being there when needed.
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    About Dr. Sanford Rakofsky, MD

    Specialties
    • Ophthalmology
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    • 57 years of experience
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    • UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY
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    Dr. Sanford Rakofsky, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rakofsky is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Rakofsky works at Sanford I Rakofsky MD in Coral Gables, FL. View the full address on Dr. Rakofsky’s profile.

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Rakofsky. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rakofsky.

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