Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D., Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D.

Doctor

5/5(221)
7800 W Oakland Park Blvd Fort Lauderdale FL, 33351
Rating

5/5

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Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. is a top Doctor in Fort Lauderdale, FL. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. is a prime example of a true leader in health care. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Fort Lauderdale, FL, Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.

Education and Training

Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1975

Tufts University School of Medicine 1975

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Cataracts
  • Pterygium
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Moles
  • Glaucoma
  • Birthmark
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Blepharitis
  • Chalazion
  • Graves' Disease

Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 7800 W Oakland Park Blvd

7800 W Oakland Park Blvd -
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
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New patients: 954-741-5555
Fax: 954-741-6298

Practice At 850 S. Pine Island Rd. Suite A 100

850 S. Pine Island Rd. Suite A 100 -
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324
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New patients: 305-741-7460, 954-741-5555

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Patient Experience with Dr. Epstein


5.0

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Dr. Gil Epstein, M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 221 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Doctor in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Ophthalmologist Dr. Gil Epstein, who serves patients in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Dr. Epstein, a board-certified ophthalmologist, is experienced in achieving optimal facial skin rejuvenation results using Botox®, Xeomin®, Dysport®, Radiesse, Restylane®, and Juvéderm® fillers, along with laser skin resurfacing procedures (co2 laser), blepharoplasty, and other advanced ophthalmological techniques. He has been in practice with Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute since 1980.

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute is a tri-county eye clinic and eye care center. The premier ophthalmologists and eye specialists working there provide patients with full service diagnostic, medical, and surgical eye care as needed. They not only specialize in comprehensive ophthalmology, corrective eye surgery, and the full range of ophthalmologist services, but have advanced fellowship training in retina (vitreous), cornea and external diseases, cataract surgery, and oculoplastics (cosmetic eyelid surgery).

Recognized as an accomplished oculoplastic surgeon with a special interest in cosmetic laser eyelid and facial plastic surgery, Dr. Epstein has successfully treated patients with ocular conditions such as ptosis (eyelid drooping), eyelid skin cancer (basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma), congenital eye disorders, dry eye disease, as well as patients suffering from eyelid laxity, eye infections, entropion, ectropion, lacrimal (tear duct) conditions, and thyroid eye disease.

Dr. Epstein’s career in medicine began in 1975 when he earned his medical degree from the Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He then went on to complete his medical internship at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center from 1975 until 1976, followed by his residency in ophthalmology at the same educational venue in 1979. The following year, he completed his fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center & University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is the first physician in Broward County to be fellowship-trained in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. 

A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Epstein is a member of a number of medical associations and societies, including the Florida Medical Association, the Florida Society of Ophthalmology, the Broward County Ophthalmology Society, the Broward County Medical Association, and the American/Israel Ophthalmology Society. Moreover, he is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, whose mission is to serve the public by improving the quality of ophthalmic practice through a process of certification and Maintenance of Certification that fosters excellence and encourages continual learning.

Along with his professional involvement in many ophthalmology organizations, he has received many honors and recognitions for his work and teaching. In 1993, he received the Honor Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. From 2004 through 2013, he was a recipient of the American Medical Association Physicians Recognition Award.

In his current capacity, Dr. Epstein serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Nova Southeastern University, teaching optometry students and residents. He is also affiliated with several hospitals in the state of Florida, including Westside Regional Hospital, Foundation of Advanced Eye Care, Sunrise, and Plantation General Hospital.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. They may provide routine care such as vision testing, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. 

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