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Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 59
Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD
4.9 (96 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD is an Ophthalmologist in West Caldwell, NJ.
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Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 59
West Caldwell, NJ
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33 years of experience
Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD is an Ophthalmologist in West Caldwell, NJ.

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Dr. Wertheimer graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center (New York). Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD is an Ophthalmologist in West Caldwell, NJ and has 33 years experience. Dr. Wertheimer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with JFK University Medical Center. Dr. Wertheimer has experience treating conditions like Blepharitis, Floaters and Hypertensive Retinopathy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wertheimer received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 96 times. Dr. Wertheimer's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Wertheimer also speaks Italian and Spanish. Dr. Wertheimer is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Blepharitis
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Blepharitis
Floaters
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Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Bell's Palsy
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Chalazion
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
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B-Scan Ultrasound
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Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
Pterygium Surgery
Refractive Surgery
Restylane® Injections
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Emblem Health
  • HealthFirst
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • QualCare
  • Aetna
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • Curative PPO
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  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 Essex Eye Physicians LLC
    195 Fairfield Ave Ste 4B, West Caldwell, NJ 07006
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 15:00
  2. 2 Office
    213 Park St, Montclair, NJ 07042

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Mar 11, 2025
Dr Wertheimer is warm and personal. He offers alternatives and is accepting of hesitation from the patient. I feel heard and respected
— Mar 11, 2025
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Languages Spoken
Italian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center (New York)
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center (New York)
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wertheimer's profile.

Dr. Wertheimer frequently treats the following conditions: Blepharitis, Floaters and Hypertensive Retinopathy. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Wertheimer, MD is affiliated with JFK University Medical Center.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • JFK University Medical Center

    65 James St, Edison, NJ