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Dr. Robert Block, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 63
Dr. Robert Block, MD
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Dr. Robert Block, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Meriden, CT.
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Dr. Robert Block, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 63
Meriden, CT
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Robert Block, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Meriden, CT.

About

Dr. Block graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1990 and completed a residency at Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division|New York Eye And Ear Infirmary.Dr. Robert Block, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Meriden, CT and has 34 years experience. Dr. Block currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hartford Hospital. Dr. Block has experience treating conditions like Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Astigmatism among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Block received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Block's office accepts new patients. Dr. Block also speaks Spanish. Dr. Block is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Astigmatism
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Astigmatism
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Astigmatism
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Farsightedness
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Miosis
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Nearsightedness
Ocular Hypertension
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Shingles
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Squamous Blepharitis
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Contact Lens Treatment
Excision of Chalazion
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blindness
Chorioretinal Scars
Choroidal Dystrophy
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
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Endophthalmitis
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Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Mydriasis
Optic Neuritis
Pinguecula
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Cornea Surgery
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Scleral Reinforcement Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

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  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
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  • Freedom
  • Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Choice Plus POS II
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    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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  • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
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    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care HMO
    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
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  • Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
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    Medica Choice
  • Preferred Blue PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Acuity Eye Physicians and Surgeons PC
    12 Curtis St, Meriden, CT 06450
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 235-7946
  2. 2 Peter C. Donshik M.D. P.C.
    47 Jolley Dr, Bloomfield, CT 06002
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 286-5448
  3. 3 Refocus Eye Surgery Center Waterbury
    87 Grandview Ave, Waterbury, CT 06708
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 574-2020
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Jun 30, 2022
Dr Block patiently listened to my eye problem—diagnosed & gave me instructions for home care—he is pleasant-easy to talk to—-his staff is knowledgeable & friendly—they were so kind & ready to help me—-
Natalie — Jun 30, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division|New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
    1993
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Block, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Block's profile.

Dr. Block frequently treats the following conditions: Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Astigmatism. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Block, MD is affiliated with Hartford Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Block, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT