Overview
Dr. Melvyn Defrin, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Defrin graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Defrin is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defrin’s practice accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Bravo Health, Cigna, Humana Health, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defrin’s office at (508) 752-1155.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Retina Specialist
Ophthalmologist
Education & Training
Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Ophthalmology (Residency)
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (Residency)
Vitreo-Retinal Research Foundation (Vitreo-retinal Disease and Surgery) (Fellowship)
Memphis Vitreal-Retinal Fnd, Retina/Vitreous Surgery (Fellowship)
Vitreo-Retinal Research Fndtn, Fellow (Fellowship)
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program (Residency)
Other Degree - Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny
Medical Degree - Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Medical Degree - State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by a Retina Specialist, like Dr. Melvyn Defrin, may include:
Blindness, Cataracts, Chalazion, Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Glaucoma, Hyperopia, Macular Degeneration, Myopia, Optic Neuritis, Presbyopia, ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) and Strabismus
Please contact Dr. Defrin's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by a Retina Specialist, like Dr. Melvyn Defrin, may include:
Cataract Removal, Corneal Specialist Consultation, Corneal Specialist Follow Up, Dark Adaptometry, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Electro-oculography (EOG), Electroretinography (ERG), Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Surgery Consultation, Eye Surgery Follow Up, Eye Tumor Consultation, General Eye Consultation, General Eye Follow Up, Glaucoma Consultation, Glaucoma Follow Up, Gonioscopy, Lasik Surgery, Lasik Surgery Consultation, Lasik Surgery Follow up, Lower Eyelid Bag Removal, Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultation, Neuro-Ophthalmology Follow Up, Non-Surgical Consultation, Ocular Oncology Consultation, Ocular Oncology Follow Up, Ocular Tumor Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Follow Up, Ophthalmic Pathology Evaluation, Ophthalmologic Electrophysiology Evaluation, Ophthalmoscopy, Orbital Disease Consultation, Orbital Disease Follow Up, Orbital Fracture/Trauma Consultation, Orthokeratology / Corneal Refractive Therapy, Pachymetry, Pediatric Eye Consultation, Pediatric Eye Follow Up, Perimetry, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Refractive Surgery Follow Up, Retina Consultation, Retina Follow Up, Retina Surgery Consultation, Retina Surgery Follow Up, Revisional Eyelid Surgery Consultation, Tonometry, Uveitis Consultation, Uveitis Follow Up, Vitreous Surgery Consultation and Vitreous Surgery Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Defrin's office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Bravo Health
Cigna
Humana Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
Awards
American Academy Of Opthalmology
Fellow
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. Melvyn Defrin accepting new patients?
Yes, Mr. Melvyn Defrin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Mr. Melvyn Defrin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defrin's office at (508) 752-1155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Mr. Melvyn Defrin offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Defrin's office at (508) 752-1155 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Mr. Melvyn Defrin speak?
Mr. Melvyn Defrin speaks English.
Which board certifications does Mr. Melvyn Defrin have?
Mr. Melvyn Defrin is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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