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Dr. Robert Chen, MD

Dr. Robert Chen, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Chen, MD is an ophthalmologist in Nanuet, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

365 Route 304 Ste 101 Nanuet, NY 10954
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chen specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Chen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chen

3.8
21 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
62%
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4 star
5%
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3 star
5%
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2 star
10%
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1 star
19%
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Dr. Chen is professional, very friendly, thorough and extremely informative.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Adrianna – Jan 25, 2025
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Excellent doctor
I have gone to Dr. Chen for several years and have absolutely no complaints, only praise. He patiently explains everything in an intelligent manner yet easy enough for a non-medical person like me to understand. He is thorough and never rushed. I travel an hour and a half for my appointments from Pawling, NY but know it’s worth the extra time and distance. I would heartily recommend Dr. Chen to anyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Happy Patient! – Jul 10, 2024
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Waiting time
I had to wait 1 1/2 hours in the waiting room to see Dr Chen on both of my visits. That is terrible. This needs to be improved.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 20, 2023
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Such terrible customer service
I have been trying to get through to their office for hours and keep getting a voice that tells you to go online no matter what number I press for help. I am having a potential medical emergency and this is really not acceptable.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 08, 2023
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Unreasonable wait times
Have been to this practice for many years but gradually scheduling and face time with the dr has deteriorated. Appointment early in the day still resulted in almost 2 hour wait. Finally appointment with Dr. Chen lasted less than 10 minutes. Although my experience with him is friendly and he seems caring and personable and his evaluation and surgery was positive, a discussions with him seem rushed and feel like it's a push to ask questions or get detail. Feedback to staff and dr about wait seemed to get a polite but superficial response. No confidence that any scheduling modification will happen. Not sure I will return
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Oct 28, 2023
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He my doctor around 21 years he the best
Excellent dr in the office very nice girl
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Eulalia Rodriguez – Aug 12, 2023
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Long Wait to Get Seen
Sat in waiting room for half an hour even though I had an early appojntment. Dr. Chen ys excellrnt but disappointed with the delay.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 02, 2023
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Horrible receptionist
Had a appointment on 9-13-22 at 10:10AM. Walked in at 9:50AM checked in at the machine. Sat down never got called so I walked out at 10:45. Meanwhile 10 people walked in after me and every single one of them got called. Me not getting called was done deliberately by the receptionist not named Sylvia. The other woman working behind the glass does not like me because I made a comment last time I was there "that Sylvia is a better worker". That is so unprofessional that she would do that to a patient. That's a place of business. Some people are mean and evil. And the receptionist not named Sylvia is just that. Unfortunately I didn't get to have my follow up appointment with the best eye doctor around in Dr. Chen. Thank you Al Guarino!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Alfonso Guarino – Sep 15, 2022
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Doctor Chen never sent the eyedrop prescription to the Pharmacy. Givng us samples does not solve the problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
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P. Lubeck – Sep 11, 2022
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Wonderful Physician
Removed cataracts in both of my eyes. Highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pat C – Aug 18, 2022
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Upon my first visit I realized Dr Chen is an outstanding.doctor. Dr Chen explained his diagnosis and treatment in simple and plain English..I was being treated for a severe eye infection and was unable to see out of one eye. After seeing Dr Chen he immediately changed the treatment and medication that I was currently prescribed. Due to Dr Chen’s treatment plan I’m completely healed up and did not sustain any permanent damage.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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New city, ny – Jan 03, 2018
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I had glaucoma and cataract surgery with great results. I wouldn't entrust my eyecare to anyone else
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 02, 2017
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Dr. Chen and his staff provide a very comprehensive eye examination in a very professional and relaxed atmosphere.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
David Cohen in New City, NY – Nov 18, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Chen, MD is an ophthalmologist in Nanuet, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Gimbel Eye Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Columbia Presbyterian Hosp/edward Harkness Eye Inst

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Nw University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office365 Route 304 Ste 101 Nanuet, NY 10954
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Practice

North Rockland Pediatric Associoates P.C.171 Ramapo Rd Garnerville, NY 10923
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Low Tor Optical1 Crosfield Ave Ste 302 West Nyack, NY 10994
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Ramapo Valley Surgical Center500 N Franklin Tpke Ramsey, NJ 07446
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Hospital

    255 Lafayette Ave
    Suffern, NY 10901
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

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