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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Dr. Philip Kwait, MD
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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Jamaica, NY.
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Dr. Philip Kwait, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Jamaica, NY
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Jamaica, NY.

About

Dr. Kwait graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at NEW YORK Medical College.Dr. Philip Kwait, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Jamaica, NY and has 35 years experience. Dr. Kwait currently practices at Practice. At present, Dr. Kwait received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Kwait's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kwait is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Cataracts
Visual Field Defects
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Cataracts
Visual Field Defects
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Cataracts
Visual Field Defects
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
Corneal Ulcer
Drusen
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Dry Eyes
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Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Contact Lens Fitting Services
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blindness
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diplopia
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Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Cancer
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Hordeolum
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Keratoconus
Lazy Eye
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Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Paralytic Strabismus
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Strabismus
Stye
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Trichiasis
Uveitis
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Vitreous Hemorrhage
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Treatment
Eye Examination
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Surgery
Pterygium Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

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  • Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Select
  • Empire (Select Network)-NY POS
    Blue Access (Select Network)-NY
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Locations

  1. 1 Qlimg Rochdale Village Med Office
    16959 137th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11434
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 525-5600
  2. 2 Office
    8831 55th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 899-6600
  3. 3 Office
    16927 137th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11434
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  4. 4 Office
    55 Water St, New York, NY 10041
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 271-9730
  5. 5 Qlimg Elmhurst Ped & Multi-Spec Office
    8806 55th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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Apr 26, 2021
Dr. Kwait has been my doctor for many years. He provides excellent care and treats me with respect.
— Apr 26, 2021
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Cabrini Medical Center
    1990
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Louisville
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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Yes, Dr. Philip Kwait, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.