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  • Ophthalmology
  • Accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • SightMD 114 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016
  • (212) 889-7177

Brief Intro

Gaurav Chandra, MD is a board certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in the medical management of ocular inflammatory and retinal disease, including the newest advances in injection and laser therapy for diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, and the safe and efficacious use of immunomodulators. Dr. Chandra earned his undergraduate degree from Duke University. After coordinating clinical trials for promising cancer treatments at Mount Sinai Hospital, Dr. Chandra completed his medical degree from Stony Brook University and his ophthalmology residency at Mount Sinai, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Chandra was then awarded and completed a fellowship in uveitis and ocular immunology at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Chandra is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and his research interests are reflected in his publications of peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, and presentations at national conferences. He teaches and supervises resident physicians and fellows in the uveitis clinic of New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Outside of work, he enjoys international travel, cooking, and tennis. Dr. Chandra is driven to provide outstanding care to patients and considers it a privilege to help improve your ocular health and sight.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai - 2018

Christiana Care Health System - 2015

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Stony Brook School of Medicine - 2014

New York Medical College - 2010

Duke University - 2007

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • SightMD
  • 114 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016
  • Mon:8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Tue:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Wed:Closed
    Thu:9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Specialties Treated

  • Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

  • Iritis
  • Uveitis

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aetna
  • VillageCareMax
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Elderplan
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Meritain Health
  • 1199SEIU
  • Palmetto GBA
  • US Family Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Superior Vision
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • EmblemHealth
  • Senior Whole Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Wellcare
  • Montefiore HMO
  • MVP Health Care
  • AmeriGroup
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