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Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr., MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Amherst, New York

Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr., MD

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Amherst, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1255335907· License: 224822-2 (NY) verify
Medical school: State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine · Graduated 1997
Industry payments (2024): $1,805 across 38 payments (what this means)
3.64(13 ratings)
Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr., MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Amherst, New York

Main Office

2825 Niagara Fls Blvd Suite 130, New York

(716) 564-2020

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

About

Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr., MD is a highly-rated, board-certified ophthalmologist practicing at Fichte Endl & Elmer Eyecare in Amherst, NY, specializing in cataract and LASIK surgery. A partner at his practice and President of the Ambulatory Surgery Center of Niagara, Dr. Elmer is deeply involved in the Western New York eye care community, having been born and raised in the area. While pricing information isn't available, his extensive experience and leadership roles suggest a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Specialties

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Procedures & Services

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$1,805

Payments

38

Compared to peers

Moderate

Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr. received $1,805 across 38 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 71% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Alcon Vision LLC.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Patient Experience

Dr. Thomas R. Elmer Review Summary

4.38
Dr. Elmer receives stellar reviews overall, boasting a near perfect average rating. While most platforms rate him highly (5/5 on Google and Healthgrades, 4/5 on US News), he has a 3/5 rating on Yelp, suggesting potential areas for improvement in patient experience. However, with a limited number of reviews available, it's difficult to draw definitive conclusions.

Ratings from Other Platforms

health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 18 reviews

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healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 7 reviews

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yelp.com

3 out of 5

Based on 27 reviews

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Google Reviews

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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Insurance Information

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Phone: (716) 564-2020

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

2825 Niagara Fls Blvd Suite 130

Amherst, New York 14228

Office Information

Phone: (716) 564-2020

Where does Dr. Thomas R. Elmer practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

2825 Niagara Fls Blvd Suite 130, Amherst, New York 14228

(1 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

the region's leading eye surgical center

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Education & Experience

Education

Canisius High School
Louisiana State University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr. online?
The provided information does not specify whether online appointments can be made with Dr. Elmer. It's recommended to contact the practice directly at (716) 564-2020 or visit their website for booking options.
Does Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr. offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Elmer offers telehealth services. Contacting the practice directly is recommended for further clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr.?
At least one patient describes their experience with Dr. Elmer as "amazing."
What areas of care does Dr. Thomas R. Elmer, Jr. cater to?
Dr. Elmer specializes in ophthalmology, with a focus on cataract and LASIK surgery. He also provides general eye care services to patients in the greater Buffalo, NY area.