Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from Penn State College of Medicine in 2009 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai Health System, NYU Langone Health, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMIC CARE PC.
1305 York Avenue
New York, NY 10021
141 Reade Street
New York, NY 10013
4 Westchester Park Drive Suite 120
West Harrison, NY 10604
40 West 72nd Street
New York, NY 10023
4815 14th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11219
Eye Problems
Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.
Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.
Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.
Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.
Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.
More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in New York, NY were eye procedures.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD treated were hypertension and high cholesterol.
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Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD graduated from Penn State College of Medicine in 2009. She completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Penn State College of Medicine (2009)
Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (2013)
Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (2015)
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Erica Lynn Oltra, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna Medicare, CIGNA PPO, PHCS PPO, Local 1199 PPO, HIP Family Health, Elderplan, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna Indemnity, Aetna POS, Oxford Liberty, Affinity Health Plan, United Healthcare, HIP Child Health, HIP Access II, Oxford Health Plans, HIP Access I, Medicare, Medicaid, Oxford Freedom, Cigna, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, Healthfirst, HIP Medicaid, HIP HMO, MagnaCare PPO, HIP Medicare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO, MetroPlus Medicare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Oxford Medicare Advantage, MetroPlus Medicaid, MetroPlus Health, Trustmark , Aetna HMO, The Empire Plan and VNSNY CHOICE.
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Dr. Erica Oltra's specialty is ophthalmology (eye disease). Clinical interests for Dr. Oltra include amblyopia (lazy eye), diplopia (double vision), and strabismus. Dr. Oltra appears to be an in-network provider for Trustmark, Blue California, Healthfirst, and more. Her education and training includes medical school at Penn State College of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her professional affiliations include Mount Sinai Health System, NewYork-Presbyterian, and NYU Langone Health. She has an open panel in New York, NY according to NewYork-Presbyterian.
