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Dr. Mark Gelwan, MD

Dr. Mark Gelwan, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Gelwan, MD is an ophthalmologist in Rockaway Park, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1981. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

12218 Rockaway Beach Blvd Rockaway Park, NY 11694
(718) 634-3300

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Dr. Gelwan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gelwan

3.4
15 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Horrific he sent me a threatening letter because I used a different cataract surgeon
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Dec 24, 2020
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I have a lot of faith in Dr. Gelwan. He tells me my options and explains the procedures, usually with a pamphlet also. I have been using him for many years as he was recommended by my Optometrist. He and his assistants are very warm and courteous. I have been recommending him to family and friends.
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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Susie Pascarella in Brooklyn, NY – Oct 19, 2016
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A completely substandard experience, from the staff on up. After 2 visits, the laser he was using broke while I was in the chair, even after he pealed back my cornea. Subsequently, he agreed to make up the inconvenience and discomfort in the price. After yet another office visit and a cancelled makeup date (which I took off of work for), he broke his promise and reneged on the new price. Total of 4 visits, 1 day off of work, and nothing to show for it but a flap hanging off my eyeball. Terrible.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Peter A. Rodriguez, FDNY in New York, NY – Mar 09, 2016
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Dr. Mark Gelwan, MD is an ophthalmologist in Rockaway Park, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1981. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office12218 Rockaway Beach Blvd Rockaway Park, NY 11694
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Niel J. Squillante MDPC140 E 80th St New York, NY 10075
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