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Dr. Joel Geffin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 61
Dr. Joel Geffin, MD
4.2 (32 Ratings)

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Dr. Joel Geffin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Southbury, CT.
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Dr. Joel Geffin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 61
Southbury, CT
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35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joel Geffin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Southbury, CT.

About

Dr. Joel Geffin, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Southbury, CT and has 35 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital and Waterbury Hospital. Dr. Geffin has experience treating conditions like Nearsightedness, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Farsightedness among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Geffin received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Geffin is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nearsightedness
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Farsightedness
Nearsightedness
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Farsightedness
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Diseases
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Disorder of Choroid
Dry Eyes
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Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Herpetic Keratitis
Iridocyclitis
Keratitis
Keratoconus
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular or Retinal Edema
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Migraine
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Paralytic Strabismus
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Tear Duct Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
Anisocoria
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Blepharitis
Blind Hypertensive Eye
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Color Blindness
Conjunctiva Cyst
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Diabetic Cataracts
Diplopia
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Dislocation of Lens
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Eyelid Spasm
Headache
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Hordeolum
Hyphema
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Hypotony of Eye
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Marfan Syndrome
Miosis
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinguecula
Pterygium
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinal Vasculitis
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Retinoschisis
Serous Detachment Retina
Squamous Blepharitis
Sympathetic Uveitis
Tonic Pupil
Trichiasis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (ALK)
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Blepharorrhaphy
Contact Lens Treatment
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Repair of Eye Laceration
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 The Eye Care Group PC
    22 Old Waterbury Rd Ste 202, Southbury, CT 06488
  2. 2 The Eye Care Group PC
    6 Business Park Dr Ste 102, Branford, CT 06405
  3. 3 Office
    1201 W Main St, Waterbury, CT 06708

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Geffin
4.2
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (23)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 13, 2022
I found Dr. Geffin and his support staff to be very conscientious, knowledgeable and friendly. The attention to detail in the care of my eyes is much appreciated!! Pre op preparation covered all bases and allowed me ample time to address any questions and concerns.
Joanne Maccione — Jul 13, 2022
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joel Geffin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Geffin's profile.

Dr. Geffin frequently treats the following conditions: Nearsightedness, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Farsightedness. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joel Geffin, MD is affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital and Waterbury Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joel Geffin, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Mary's Hospital

    56 Franklin St, Waterbury, CT

  • Waterbury Hospital

    64 Robbins St, Waterbury, CT