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Dr. Theodore Sifontes, MD

Ophthalmology*
Map Pin Small Ridgewood, NY
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Theodore Sifontes, MD

Dr. Theodore Sifontes, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Ridgewood, NY. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 40 years of experience. They graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo and is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Medical Center.

Dr. Sifontes works at Practice in Ridgewood, NY. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Empire 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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    MT Vernon Neighborhood Health Center
    385 Seneca Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (516) 834-0173
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
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    About Dr. Theodore Sifontes, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851311658
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    Education & Certifications

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    • State University of New York at Buffalo
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