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Eric W. Fitz, MD

Eric W. Fitz, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Ophthalmology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Please contact the clinic directly to schedule and confirm appointment availability.
Monday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Please contact the clinic directly to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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128 reviews

  • Mar 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    I did not get my problem solved

  • Mar 24, 2026
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    Dr Fitz has been caring for my vision situation for years, and he also provided care for my elderly mother- I have trust and confidence in his care and skills, so would recommend him to others with my eye probllems.

  • Mar 23, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very good doctor and answers any questions you have

  • Mar 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very professional and informative

  • Mar 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    Why not?

  • Mar 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very caring doctor

  • Mar 17, 2026
    Verified Review

    he was professional, approachable, answered questions and explained his findings

  • Mar 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    Medical care n explaining issues.

  • Mar 11, 2026
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    II have great faith in him.He is very thorough and well informed. I ha to e been going to him for almost ten yea s and would no ever wn t change doctors

  • Feb 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    Polite explained condition so a non medical patient can understand

  • Feb 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Fitz is knowledgeable, patient and

  • Feb 20, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is thorough and gives explanations

  • Feb 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    He seems to know what he is doing. Also, he listens to what you have to say.

  • Feb 11, 2026
    Verified Review

    Great doctor

  • Feb 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    very good doctor

  • Feb 8, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Fitz is an excellent retinologist who is an expert in his field. I am very confident that he will inject my eye carefully.

  • Feb 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Fitz has been treating me for a long time. He is very knowledgeable about my situation and he is very caring

  • Feb 5, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very professional and knowledgeable

  • Feb 1, 2026
    Verified Review

    Excellent physician with vast experience, excellent bedside manner.

  • Jan 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    I believe his surgical skills are good - but the visits are very short, and he has not been clear about what to expect in terms of recovery, or how I should deal with the recovery difficulties

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  • About Eric W. Fitz, MD

    Dr. Eric W. Fitz is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal care. He diagnoses and treats conditions including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, retinal vein and artery occlusions, retinal tears, and retinal detachment. Dr. Fitz also manages macular hole, macular pucker, and macular edema using advanced imaging and treatment techniques. His expertise includes in-office procedures and therapies designed to preserve vision and improve retinal health.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Fitz takes a patient-centered approach to care, focusing on clear communication, education, and timely treatment. He is committed to helping patients protect their vision through personalized care and early intervention.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Licenses

    NY, 236241

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1760492631

  • Insurance accepted

    This may not reflect all insurance accepted by the provider and is for informational purposes only.

    • 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

    • University of Maryland School of Medicine

    Residency

    • University of Virginia

    Fellowship

    • The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary

      New York