
Dr. Matthew P. Strachovsky M.D.
Ophthalmologist
360 Montauk Hwy West Islip NY, 11795About
Dr. Matthew Strachovsky is an ophthalmologist practicing in West Islip, NY. Dr. Strachovsky specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Strachovsky can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Strachovsky can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
Provider Details

Dr. Matthew P. Strachovsky M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Diabetes and eye health
Type 2 diabetes, over a period of time, can lead to damage to the blood vessels in the back of the eye. This condition is known as diabetic retinopathy. People with diabetes should have an eye exam at least once a year to check for this condition and receive treatment if needed. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Retina Specialists
Internships
- Winthrop-University Hospital
Fellowships
- Koch Eye Associates Retina & Glaucoma Center 2014
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists
What do you attribute your success to?
- Matthew attributes his success to hard work and determination.
Hobbies / Sports
- Golf, gym
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Ophthalmology
Dr. Matthew P. Strachovsky M.D.'s Practice location
Center for Eye Care and Optical
360 Montauk Hwy -West Islip, NY 11795Get Direction
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Dr. Matthew P. Strachovsky M.D.'s reviews
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Nearest Hospitals
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301 EAST MAIN STREET BAY SHORE NY 11706GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1000 MONTAUK HIGHWAY WEST ISLIP NY 11795ST JOSEPH HOSPITALl
4295 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE BETHPAGE NY 11714RHODE ISLAND HOSPITALl
593 EDDY STREET PROVIDENCE RI 2903WOMEN AND INFANTS HOSPITAL OF RHODE ISLANDl
101 DUDLEY STREET PROVIDENCE RI 2905