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Daniel Cotter, M.D.
Eye Care & Vision Associates
Ophthalmology
Buffalo, Orchard Park
4.8
837 Ratings
236 Comments
"I am excited to be back among the friendly people of Western New York, providing them with the highest-quality vision care at one of the area’s most reputable eye care medical practices. The doctors and the staff truly care about our patients and utilize all the latest techniques and innovations to provide expert eye care, and I am very happy to be part of that."
4.8
837 Ratings
236 Comments
"I am excited to be back among the friendly people of Western New York, providing them with the highest-quality vision care at one of the area’s most reputable eye care medical practices. The doctors and the staff truly care about our patients and utilize all the latest techniques and innovations to provide expert eye care, and I am very happy to be part of that."
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"I am excited to be back among the friendly people of Western New York, providing them with the highest-quality vision care at one of the area’s most reputable eye care medical practices. The doctors and the staff truly care about our patients and utilize all the latest techniques and innovations to provide expert eye care, and I am very happy to be part of that."
Dr. Daniel Cotter, a board-certified ophthalmologist, joined the ECVA staff in May 2009, arriving back in Buffalo from San Diego, CA, where he previously practiced. A graduate of SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine, Dr. Cotter received his Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from SUNY at Buffalo, graduating magna cum laude. He completed his ophthalmology residency at SUNY at Buffalo's Medical and Dental Consortium and his internship in internal medicine at Sister's of Charity Hospital in Buffalo.
He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the New York Ophthalmological Society and the Western New York Society of Ophthalmologists. In June 2007, Dr. Cotter traveled to Mexico on a surgical mission through Medical Missionaries International.
His achievements include Dean's Letter from SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine; induction in the Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society; six-time Scholar-Athlete and several publications.
A native of Buffalo, Dr. Cotter graduated from City Honors High School. He currently resides in the City of Buffalo.
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Very efficiently run and friendly accommodating staff. Dr, Cotter answers all you questions and needs for good eye care.
Professional and kind.
Dr Cotter is friendly and thorough. The staff is also great and the atmosphere is welcoming.
Very caring eye Doctor. After my excellent office visit . my home care explained by Dr, Cotter helps me a lot. I recommend him to anyone who needs eye care.
Explained things very well
Very professional and friendly
Receptionist very nice and welcoming , his assistant was great and welcoming . Dr Cotter was professional and caring . Overall great office
Awesome experience with office and dr cotter. Minimal wait time. Answered all my questions
My visit was great very efficient and excellent in explaining all my results to where I can fully understand
High level of knowledge and professional empathy