Dr. Norman J. Schatz MD
Ophthalmologist
4701 N. Meridian Avenue Adams Building, Suit Miami Beach FL, 33140About
Norman J. Schatz, MD, is an established neuro-ophthalmologist with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL. He received his medical degree at Hahnemann Medical College, now Drexel University College of Medicine, served his residency in neurology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and completed fellowship training in neuro-ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Schatz is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a professional member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (Founding Member), the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the American Academy of Neurology.
Education and Training
Hahneman Univ College of Medicine MD
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Dr. Norman J. Schatz MD's Expert Contributions
Can optometrists treat glaucoma, or should I go to an ophthalmologist?
Glaucoma diagnosis can be routine and an optometrist makes the diagnosis accurately. A medical expert confirmation is always advised to be sure other factors do not complicate management. Optometry has offered more widespread needed care. READ MORE
Fellowships
- Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (Neuro-Ophthalmology)
Professional Society Memberships
- North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (Founding Member), American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Academy of Neurology
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- The other doctors he's worked alongside and taught, as well as his patients.
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, The Sea, Traveling, Classical Music and Jazz
Favorite professional publications
- Green Journal of Neurology, Annals of Neurology, Journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society Journal
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