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Dr. Shirah Schwartz-Jacobs, MD

Dr. Shirah Schwartz-Jacobs, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Shirah Schwartz-Jacobs, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities NYU Langone Hospitals and Good Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

40 W 72nd St New York, NY 10023
(212) 981-9800

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schwartz-Jacobs specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schwartz-Jacobs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartz-Jacobs

5.0
9 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Excellent doctor! Attentive, caring, kind and very diligent in meeting my children's vision care needs. We look forward to our annual visits. Can't say enough good things about the entire staff!
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Brooklyn, NY – Jul 06, 2017
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Dr Schwartz quickly diagnosed and unblocked both the tear ducts of my daughter. It was nerve wrecking to think of you child having an operation but she reassured us that there was nothing to be frightened about. The procedure was fast (literally less than 10-20 minutes), she explained everything to us thoroughly. She is great. Her office staff is incredible. I'm so glad we were able to have her perform the tear duct operation. We highly recommend her. PS the operation was successful!
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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Helen in New York, NY – Jun 14, 2017
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Amazing experience. Dr. Schwartz-Jacobs is warm, friendly and the practice is extremely child friendly and inviting. Dr. Schwartz diagnosis of both my children was excellent. This is my 2nd year of going to Dr. Schwartz and would highly recommend.
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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New York, NY – Jun 08, 2017
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Dr. Schwartz has been great with both my girls and they enjoy coming in. The whole staff there makes my girls feel very comfortable. The office is also very inviting.
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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Shirit in New York, NY – Mar 08, 2017
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Dr. Schwartz and all of her staff were incredible with my five year old daughter. They put her at ease and were attuned to the needs of a young child. Dr. Schwartz was warm and explained what she was doing in an age appropriate manner. I highly recommend this provider to all parents.
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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New York, NY – Mar 06, 2017
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My son has been Patient of Dr. Swartz since December and we have nothing but nice things to say about her and her offices. The way they are with our 6 month old is amazing. We know He's in good hands when we come here.
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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Stephanie in Staten Island, NY – Mar 05, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shirah Schwartz-Jacobs, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities NYU Langone Hospitals and Good Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Pediatric Ophthalmic Consultants40 W 72nd St New York, NY 10023
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Practice

Rockland I-Care257 Lafayette Ave Ste 260 Suffern, NY 10901
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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

    View all patient feedback
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