Dr. Joel A. Geffin M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1201 W Main St Suite 100 Waterbury CT, 06708Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Joel Geffin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Waterbury, CT. Dr. Geffin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Geffin can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Geffin can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1989
University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus 1989
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anterior Segment Eye Disorders, Argon Laser, Astigmatic Keratotomy And More
- Cataracts
- Pterygium
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Shingles
- Corneal Ulcer
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Dry Eye Syndrome
Professional Memberships
- Member New Haven Community Medical Group (NHCMG)
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellowships
- CA Pacific Med Ctr, Cornea/External Disease 1993
Dr. Joel A. Geffin M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1201 W Main St Suite 100
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