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Dr. Susan Kessler, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Dr. Susan Kessler, MD
4.4 (82 Ratings)

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Dr. Susan Kessler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Schenectady, NY.
Dr. Susan Kessler, MD
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Dr. Susan Kessler, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 60
Schenectady, NY
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Susan Kessler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Schenectady, NY.

About

Dr. Kessler graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1990 and completed a residency at St Vincent's Hospital. Dr. Susan Kessler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Schenectady, NY and has 35 years experience. Dr. Kessler currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Ellis Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, St Peter's Hospital and St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam. Dr. Kessler has experience treating conditions like Retinal Telangiectasia, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Drusen among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kessler received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 82 times. Dr. Kessler's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kessler is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Retinal Telangiectasia
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Drusen
Retinal Telangiectasia
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Drusen
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Exotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Cataract Removal Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Bell's Palsy
Blindness
Chalazion
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Ectropion of Eyelid
Esotropia
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
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Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
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Migraine
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Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retrobulbar Neuritis
Stye
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Uveitis
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B-Scan Ultrasound
Coreoplasty
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Extraocular Tenotomy
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Strabismus Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • BlueCard PPO
  • MVP Health Care HMO
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  • APCN Choice POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Empire Hospital/Medical (Trad)
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    Empire Hospital
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  • Options PPO
    Navigate Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Fidelis Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York HMO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Susan A Kessler MD PLLC
    700 McClellan St Ste 102, Schenectady, NY 12304
  2. 2 Office
    2546 Balltown Rd Ste 102, Schenectady, NY 12309

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kessler
4.4
Based on 82 Reviews
5 Stars (68)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (11)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 27, 2025
I had an excellent experience with cataract surgery done by Dr. Kessler. She explained my options and I valued her recommendations. The surgeries went very went and I can see clearly again! The entire staff is very professional and Lisa & Cathy are very helpful and pleasant answering questions. I highly recommend Dr. Kessler as an ophthalmologist.
— Feb 27, 2025
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
    1990
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
  • Lenox Hill Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St Vincent's Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Boston Children's Hospital|Childrens Hospital
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Susan Kessler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kessler's profile.

Dr. Kessler frequently treats the following conditions: Retinal Telangiectasia, Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Drusen. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Susan Kessler, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Ellis Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, St Peter's Hospital and St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam.

Yes, Dr. Susan Kessler, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY

  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St, Schenectady, NY

  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave, Troy, NY

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY

  • St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam

    427 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, NY