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Dr. David Schlessinger, MD
Ophthalmology* Age 63
Dr. David Schlessinger, MD
3.6 (61 Ratings)

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Dr. David Schlessinger, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Woodbury, NY.
Dr. David Schlessinger, MD
3.6 (61 Ratings)
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Dr. David Schlessinger, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 63
Woodbury, NY
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Schlessinger, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Woodbury, NY.

About

Dr. Schlessinger graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at Interfaith Medical Center. Dr. David Schlessinger, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Woodbury, NY and has 37 years experience. Dr. Schlessinger currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital. Dr. Schlessinger has experience treating conditions like Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Blepharitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Schlessinger received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 61 times. Dr. Schlessinger's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Schlessinger also speaks Spanish. Dr. Schlessinger is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Eyelid Surgery
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Blepharitis
Eyelid Surgery
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Blepharitis
Eyelid Spasm
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Blocked Tear Duct
Brow Ptosis
Chalazion
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Eye Cancer
Eyelid Disorders
Keratitis
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Skin Cancer
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
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Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Blepharoplasty
Blepharorrhaphy
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Eyelid Lift
Non-Cosmetic Botox® Injection
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Bell's Palsy
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Canthoplasty and Canthopexy
Conjunctivoplasty
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Chalazion
Excision of Skin Cancer
Eye Surgery
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Intense Pulse Light
Juvéderm® Injection
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Microdermabrasion
Microneedling
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Nova Lift
Pterygium Surgery
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Repair of Lid Retraction
SculpSure Laser Treatment
Sculptra™ Injection
Skin Grafts
Tattoo Removal
Tear Duct Surgery
Wound Repair

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schlessinger
3.6
Based on 61 Reviews
5 Stars (39)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (20)

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Mar 14, 2025
Dr Schlessinger is a excellent doctor that I’ve been going to for over 8 years for my problem and I thank god I have him as a physician… and his staff are wonderful and very professional… I recommend him him very highly…
— Mar 14, 2025
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Oculoplastic Surgery
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Ophthalmic Surgery
Orbital Disorders
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Cosmetic Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Interfaith Medical Center
    1992
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Schlessinger, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schlessinger's profile.

Dr. Schlessinger frequently treats the following conditions: Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Blepharitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Schlessinger, MD is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David Schlessinger, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

    1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY

  • Mercy Medical Center

    1000 N Village Ave, Rockville Centre, NY

  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr, Manhasset, NY

  • St. Catherine of Siena Hospital

    50 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY