Dr. Shephali Patel

Residency Program Supervisor Optometrist · Northport Va Hospital

optometrist Northport, NY

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Education
Tenure
8 years
since May 2018

Experience

Residency Program Supervisor OptometristCurrent
Northport Va Hospital
Since May 2018 · 8 years · Northport, NY

Education

Northport VAMC
Residency Education
2011 – 2012
SUNY State College of Optometry
OD
2006 – 2010
SUNY State College of Optometry
MS
2006 – 2010
The College of New Jersey
B.S.
2003 – 2006
Bergen County Academies
H.S. diploma
1999 – 2003

Skills

Optometry Glaucoma Ocular Disease Low Vision Vision Therapy Eye Exams Pediatrics Macular Degeneration Dry Eye Clinical Research Glasses Lenses Lasik Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Eye

About Northport Va Hospital

Industry
Real Estate
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Office Location
Northport, NY

Professional Overview

Dr. Shephali Patel is a Residency Program Supervisor Optometrist, currently affiliated with Northport Va Hospital, based in Northport, NY. As a optometrist, Dr. Patel contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Northport, NY. They have been with Northport Va Hospital for 8 years. Dr. Patel holds academic credentials, including Residency Education and OD, from Northport VAMC and SUNY State College of Optometry. Core competencies include Optometry, Glaucoma, Ocular Disease, Low Vision, Vision Therapy. Northport Va Hospital operates in the Real Estate sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to optometrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Northport, NY healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Shephali Patel is one of them.
  • 556 optometrists are based in NY (out of 90,317 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 14 contacts at Northport Va Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical optometrist compensation in NY: $107,000 – $198,000 (median $148,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of optometrists in NY: Sole Proprietor (19), Lenscrafters (17), Visionworks Of America (7).
  • 5% of optometrists in NY hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 75% of optometrists in NY have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Shephali Patel located?

Dr. Shephali Patel is based in Northport, NY. They are currently affiliated with Northport Va Hospital.

What is Dr. Shephali Patel's specialty?

Dr. Shephali Patel specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Residency Program Supervisor Optometrist.

Where does Dr. Shephali Patel currently work?

Dr. Shephali Patel currently works at Northport Va Hospital. They have been there for 8 years.

What is Dr. Shephali Patel's educational background?

Dr. Shephali Patel attended Northport VAMC and SUNY State College of Optometry.

How do I contact Dr. Shephali Patel for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a optometrist?

Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for optometrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a optometrist in NY?

optometrists in NY typically earn $107,000 to $198,000 annually, with a median of $148,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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