Dr. Robert R. Strome MD
Ophthalmologist
3020 Westchester Ave 402 Purchase NY, 10577About
Dr. Robert Strome is an ophthalmologist practicing in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Strome specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Strome 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. Strome 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 Di Pavia, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Pavia, Italy 1965
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National and International Public Speaking -
- Clinical Assistant Professor at Columbia University -
Internships
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center 1966-1969
Fellowships
- Pediatric Ophthalmology at Children's Hospital NewYork-Presbyterian
What do you attribute your success to?
- Passion for work, consistency, treating people with respect and like family.
Hobbies / Sports
- Bocci Ball
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