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David B. Nelson, MD

Comprehensive Ophthalmologist

David Nelson, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology including glaucoma treatment. He received his medical degree…

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David Nelson, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology including glaucoma treatment. He received his medical degree with honors from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn and completed his residency in ophthalmology at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

Dr. Nelson was the chairman of the department of ophthalmology at Mercy Medical Center from 1995 to 1999. He has served on the faculty at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and is a past president of both the Long Island Ophthalmological Society and the Nassau Academy of Medicine Section of Ophthalmology. Dr. Nelson is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. In addition, he has lectured and published extensively on cataract surgery, having written two chapters in cataract textbooks.

Dr. Nelson is a member of several professional societies, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, New York State Ophthalmology Society, New York State Medical Society, Long Island Ophthalmological Society, Nassau County Medical Society and the Nassau Surgical Society.

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  • Im very happy with Dr. Nelson, he is the best, above professional, compassionate and he cares about his patients and that they understand how to take care of their eyes. I would recommend him to everybody. Thanks Dr. Nelson , best wishes for him .
    Katia L.

  • It was excellent. I got an appointment immediately, the staff was great, so was the office, and Dr Nelson was outstanding. I highly recommend this organization.
    Sari S.

  • Dr Nelson is the best..
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  • Dr Nelson is the best..now if he can only learn to sail…the resorts he goes to are tired of being wiped out…jeff allen
    Anna A.

  • My mom always feel she’s taken care of with quality service OCLI (RVC) provides. Thanks to Dr. Nelson and staff.
    Michelle D.

  • Even though OCLI is a very busy office with several doctors it is very organized and we’ll run. I saw Dr. Nelson who was recommended by my friend and former primary care physician. He was pleasant and thorough.
    Moses P.

  • Dr. Nelson is a consummate Professional in every way!
    Kieran K.

  • Great staff .. very well kept appearance of the suites. Dr Nelson is the best !
    Jacqueline A.
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The practices of OCLI Vision offer eye care services at locations throughout Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and West Virginia and specialize in primary vision care, LASIK, cataract surgery, glaucoma, diabetic eye care, and other services for patients in the Northeast. These locations include practice locations of OCLI Vision as well as the practice locations of other vision services providers and ambulatory surgery centers supported by the administrative services of Spectrum Vision Partners. Each location is identified by the vision service provider or company operating at the location.

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