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David Witzel, MD, MPH

David Witzel, MD, MPH

Optum Provider

Specialty

Ophthalmology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.
Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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85 reviews

  • Apr 25, 2026
    Verified Review

    The staff provides exellent service and Dr. Witzel is very thorough, explains everything to my satisfaction, provides followup instructions and answers all my questions without rushing me.

  • Apr 22, 2026
    Verified Review

    On time, explained all issues

  • Apr 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is the best. Caring, knowledgeable and I trust him.

  • Apr 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    Listens and takes the time to explain.

  • Apr 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very thorough explaining, ask questions diligently, help explaining how to resolve taking treatment easier, actually work with his equipments,

  • Apr 16, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Witzel is very approachable and easy to talk to. Provides clear easy to understand summary

  • Apr 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is thorough and listens.

  • Apr 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very dry Dr. , told him I had to wait an hour and 20 minutes for that appointment for my appointment and he didn’t even give me an answer like he could care less

  • Apr 7, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is knowledgeable and caring.

  • Mar 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Witzel is an excellent caring thorough doctor.

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Witzel provides excellent care

  • Mar 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    dr gave eye exam results soon after exam.

  • Mar 17, 2026
    Verified Review

    I have been seeing Dr Witzel for quite some time. He is a very kind and courteous person

  • Mar 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    Excellent doctor. Very thorough, explains everything

  • Mar 13, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is very good at what he does and is very professional.

  • Mar 11, 2026
    Verified Review

    Professional and kind professional

  • Mar 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    He has provided me with great care

  • Mar 9, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable

  • Mar 6, 2026
    Verified Review

    Competent and efficient but a bit fast.

  • Mar 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Witzel is so caring, and very kind, also, he is professional, and the best eye doctor I’ve ever been to

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  • About David Witzel, MD, MPH

    David Witzel, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a master s degree in public health from Columbia University, with extensive experience in eye care.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Witzel is committed to delivering thorough, personalized care to protect and improve vision.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Licenses

    NY, 220786

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1508837170

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR
  • Medical School

    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Residency

    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

  • Awards and Publications