Dr. Karen Nipper, MD
Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience
Dr. Karen Nipper, MD is an ophthalmologist in Waterbury, CT and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Yale New Haven Hospital and Saint Mary's Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.3 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (29 reviews)
Practice
87 Grandview Ave Waterbury, CT 06708Telehealth available
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Nipper's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nipper
4.3
29 ratings, 11 with a written review
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No people skills, like a vending machine of a doctor, you put your copay in and she spits out a diagnosis and nothing more. Not informative or knowledgable. 10+ years of experience in the medical field and I would recommend you see someone who knows how to speak to humans.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 23, 2021
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Dr. Nipper recently performed my cataract surgeries. Throughout all of the pre-op, surgery, and post-op visits, she has been wonderful. She explains everything, answers all questions in an understandable way, and in general made a very scary process quite bearable - a major feat with a patient who flinches for mere eye drops!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2019
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I first saw doctor Nipper at her upper east side office in Manhattan. She is absolutely incredible, the best B*t*x I have ever had. I have to admit I have a lot of experience. Her cosmetic skills and eye for symmetry are very scepial. Now I travel to Stamford to see the good doctor and we are booking new cosmetic adventures. Looking forward to that.
Stephanie
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Stephanie in New york, NY – Feb 22, 2019
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Dr. Nipper is very professional and informative. The entire staff at Stamford Eye Associates are great. Highly recommend to everyone.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Michelle G. in Stamford, CT – Feb 19, 2019
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5 stars
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Danbury, CT – Feb 07, 2019
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Doctor Nipper found out I had brain cancer on a routine eye check up and thanks to her I no longer am in trouble. My family and I owe her everything. She it’s a easing star! I can’t wait to see what she does next .
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2018
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I have so much. Respect for this fine Surgeon.. She is brilliant, takes time t o explain. Cataract. Surgery. and above. All she's given me back my. Eyesight in my left eye. My vision was. Blurred to the point. It was difficult to drive... This lady works hard. ,she above all I s a Genious. I consider her t o be th e next top Surgeon in her field. Thank you. Dr. Nipper
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Niantic, CT – Aug 31, 2017
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I had a cyst on my eyelid. Dr. Nipper cut it off with ease, and it basically healed up with no scarring. She is very nice. A true professional!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Waterford CT – Jun 22, 2017
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I had a squamous cell cancer on my upper eyelid, close to the lashes, & was sent to Dr Nipper by my dermatologist, since Dr Nipper is an eye plastic surgeon. To minimize the scarring on my eyelid, Dr Nipper sent me to a MOHS surgeon to have the skin cancer removed, then to her on the same day to have it stitched up. She did an excellent job, & you can't even tell now that there was ever anything there. She is quiet, but very kind & caring, even giving me her cell # in case of emergency.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Plainville, CT – Feb 19, 2017
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Dr. Karen Nipper is a professional. My surgery and follow up with her is successful, timely and I am very pleased. She made herself available at anytime with her immediate contact number if I had questions or concerns. I highly recommend her and I will go back for the cataract surgery in my other eye, with no hesitating..
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Marjarie in Waterford, CT – May 12, 2016
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Dr. Nipper's an amazing oculoplastics specialist. She knows what she's doing and is very thorough. She performed surgery on me and both pre & post-op care were great - I always felt secure in her capabilities and the information she relayed to me. She's a quiet person and can seem aloof, but I think it comes from shyness; once you get to know her, you definitely feel her compassion. She's gone from the NYC office, so I am upset about that, but if she ever moves back to NY, I'll be 1st in line!
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Brooklyn, NY – Mar 30, 2016
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About Me
care philosophy
Dr. Nipper is both a comprehensive ophthalmologist and a fellowship-trained Eye Plastic Surgeon. She believes that the doctor-patient relationship is essential. Dr. Nipper enjoys participating in medical missions. Her first three missions were...read morebiography
Dr. Nipper is both a Board Certified Ophthalmologist and a fellowship-trained Eye Plastic Surgeon. She completed her undergraduate degree at Vassar College where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa. She then attended the University of Pennsylvania Medical...read moreOphthalmology
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Fellowship In Ophthalmic Plastic And Cosmetic Surgery
2005Wills Eye
Residency Hospital, 2004Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
Internship Hospital, 2001University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2000Vassar College
Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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Practice
Eye Center of Southern Connecticut PC2880 Old Dixwell Ave Hamden, CT 06518
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- Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am - 1:00pm
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- Recipient of 6
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Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - View all patient feedback
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home74%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
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