Dr. Paul E Masi MD
Ophthalmologist
2880 Old Dixwell Ave Hamden CT, 06518About
Dr. Paul Masi is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hamden, CT. Dr. Masi specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Masi 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. Masi 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
New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny 1984
New York Medical College 1984
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Eye Exam, Ophthalmology (eye Disease), Cataract Surgery With Lens Replacement And More
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Shingles
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Blepharitis
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
Professional Memberships
- Member New Haven Community Medical Group (NHCMG)
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
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