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Robert Wertheimer, M.D.
Essex Eye Physicians
Ophthalmology: Cataracts, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and Diabetic Eye Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
West Caldwell, NJ
4.9
1.3K Ratings
395 Comments
Dr. Robert Wertheimer has extensive training and a special interest in cataracts, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. He also spent several years at a regional trauma center and has extensive experience in treating traumatic eye injuries.
4.9
1.3K Ratings
395 Comments
Dr. Robert Wertheimer has extensive training and a special interest in cataracts, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. He also spent several years at a regional trauma center and has extensive experience in treating traumatic eye injuries.
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Essex Eye Physicians - West Caldwell
195 Fairfield Avenue
Suite 4-B
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Suite 4-B
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
Dr. Robert Wertheimer received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. After medical school, Dr. Wertheimer completed a three-year residency in Internal Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He became board-certified in Internal Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and earned the distinction of scoring in the top decile of physicians nationwide.
Dr. Wertheimer completed three additional years of advanced training specializing in medicine and surgery of the eyes at Nassau County Medical Center in New York where he also served as chief resident. Upon completion, he earned the distinction of becoming double board-certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Wertheimer has been in private practice since that time specializing in medicine and surgery of the eyes. He has performed thousands of surgical and laser procedures including no-stitch cataract surgery and LASIK. He has extensive training and a special interest in cataracts, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. He also spent several years at a regional trauma center and has extensive experience in treating traumatic eye injuries.
Dr. Wertheimer is a diplomate of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, and a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has been listed as a top doctor in regional publications and has received a patient’s choice award for outstanding patient feedback.
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Dr. Wertheimer is both thorough and compassionate. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Wertheimer is thorough, caring and concerned with your eye care.
One of the best doctors around! Dr. Wertheimer's compassion, knowledge and care is incomparable. I'm happy to be a patient!
very thorough examination with explanations of results, extremely warm and friendly. Front desk staff is efficient and very nice. Highly recommend this practice
Great doctor. Very thorough. And very pleasant office staff.
Excellentl Doctor and Eye surgeon! Especially familiar with diabetic eye care!
Great doctor. Very thorough & informative. Also put me at my ease with his friendly and calm demeanor.
Dr Wertheimer makes you feel relaxed and explains the results of all your tests. He’s a great medical eye doctor!
Perfect. Professional prompt
He is wonderful - highly recommend!