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Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 67
Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD
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Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Whiting, NJ.
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Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 67
Whiting, NJ
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience
Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Whiting, NJ.

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Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Whiting, NJ and has 42 years experience. They graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1982 and completed a residency at UMDNJ Affil Eye Res Nj.They currently practice at SightMD New Jersey and are affiliated with Community Medical Center. Dr. Athwal has experience treating conditions like Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, Drusen and Presbyopia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Athwal received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 55 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Athwal also speaks Spanish. Dr. Athwal is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
Presbyopia
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
Presbyopia
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
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Presbyopia
Accommodation Disorders
Cataract
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Exotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Migraine
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Miosis
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Nearsightedness
Pinguecula
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pterygium
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
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Tear Duct Disorders
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
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Anisocoria
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Bell's Palsy
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Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetes
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Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Duane Retraction Syndrome
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Entropion
Episcleritis Periodica Fugax
Esotropia
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Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hordeolum
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Hypertropia
Hyphema
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Hypopyon
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Hypotropia
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Iridocyclitis
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratoconus
Macular Degeneration
Macular or Retinal Edema
Nodular Episcleritis
Nutritional Optic Neuropathy
Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Optic Papillitis
Orbital Fracture
Paralytic Strabismus
Periorbital Cellulitis
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinoschisis
Shingles
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Tonic Pupil
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Xanthelasma of Eyelid
Blepharorrhaphy
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Excision of Chalazion
Goniotomy
LASIK
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Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Emblem Health
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 SightMD New Jersey
    550 Route 530 Ste 19, Whiting, NJ 08759
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (732) 350-3344
  2. 2 SightMD New Jersey
    14 Mule Rd Ste 1, Toms River, NJ 08755
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (732) 286-0900
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 18:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00

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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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Feb 15, 2024
Short wait time and very professional
Doreen W. — Feb 15, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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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
  • UMDNJ - University Hospital
    1983
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • UMDNJ Affil Eye Res Nj
    1986
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Athwal's profile.

Dr. Athwal frequently treats the following conditions: Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, Drusen and Presbyopia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD is affiliated with Community Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Community Medical Center

    99 Route 37 W, Toms River, NJ