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Dr. Valerie Elmalem, MD

Dr. Valerie Elmalem, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Valerie Elmalem, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital and NYU Langone Hospitals. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 66 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (66 reviews)

Practice

310 E 14th St Ste 319S New York, NY 10003
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Elmalem 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Elmalem's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elmalem

4.7

66 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
85%
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4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
2%
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1 Star
2%
2%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 23, 2024
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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
No results
Helpful
Oct 09, 2024
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
STEVEN K – Mar 14, 2024
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 22, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David Bonsey – Oct 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 30, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Feb 06, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Elmalem strives to work collaboratively with other subspecialties to deliver exceptional care. Her unique dual fellowship training and experience allows her to approach patient care with an understanding of the neurological and surgical perspective....read more

biography

Dr. Elmalem received a Bachelor of Science degree, graduating with magna cum laude from Stony Brook University.  She attended medical school at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, receiving numerous awards, including the AMWA Glasgow-Rubin achievement...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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

  • Medical College Wisconsin

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012
  • Emory University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2006
  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
  • Suny Stony Brook

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • English

  • French

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Locations

Practice

Office310 E 14th St Ste 319S New York, NY 10003
1
Long Island Medical Laboratory393 Old Country Rd Carle Place, NY 11514
2
The New York Eye & Ear Infirmary Ophthalmology Associates PC218 2nd Ave New York, NY 10003
3
Mount Sinai1 Gustave L Levy Pl New York, NY 10029
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St
    New York, NY 10021
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Glen Cove Hospital

    101 Saint Andrews Ln
    Glen Cove, NY 11542

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • 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

    View all awards

    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
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