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| Erika Wandel, MD

Erika Wandel, MD

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Specialties:

  • Cataract Surgeon
  • General Ophthalmology (non-surgical)
  • Glaucoma Surgeon

Office Locations:

ReFocus Eye Health
87 Grandview Avenue
Waterbury, Connecticut 06708
Phone: (203) 596-1517

About Dr. Wandel

Dr. Erika Wandel is a dedicated and board-certified ophthalmologist renowned for her expertise as a glaucoma specialist.

After graduating with honors from the University of Chicago, Dr. Wandel's passion for humanitarian work led her to Brussels and Eastern Europe, where she collaborated with the United Nations, establishing essential healthcare services in underserved regions of Chicago. Her commitment to compassionate patient care was recognized during her internship at Greenwich Hospital, where she received accolades for her empathetic approach.

Dr. Wandel's academic journey took her to New York Medical College, where she honed her skills and knowledge in the field of ophthalmology. Following this, she completed her residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, solidifying her expertise. Dr. Wandel's pursuit of excellence led her to a prestigious glaucoma fellowship at Mt. Sinai Hospital.

Having shared a glaucoma practice with her father in New York, Dr. Wandel's legacy of compassionate care continues in Connecticut, where she now resides with her family. Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Wandel enjoys spending quality time with her family, pursuing her passion for rowing and piano, and actively volunteering.

Locations

  • Waterbury, CT

Education

Medical School

New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY

Internship

Preliminary Medicine – Greenwich Hospital, Greenwich, CT

Residency

Ophthalmology – John Stroger Cook County Hospital, Chicago, IL

Fellowship

Glaucoma – Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY

Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Languages

  • English

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For urgent eye issues or emergencies, ReFocus strongly recommends calling a location nearest to you. Emergency eye care may constitute any of the following: 1. vision loss; 2. different size pupils; 3. double vision; 4. bleeding from the eye; 5. Swelling; 6. eye pain that doesn't lessen on its own; and/ or 7. eye pain accompanied by a headache. If you experience any of the following issues above, we recommend that you seek immediate medical attention.

For after-hour eye emergencies, please visit your local ER or Urgent Care Center, or dial 911.

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