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Dr. Durriya Esaa, MD

Dr. Durriya Esaa, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Durriya Esaa, MD is an ophthalmologist in Mifflinburg, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from New York University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Muncy and UPMC Williamsport. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

88 Hardees Dr Mifflinburg, PA 17844

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Esaa specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Esaa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Esaa

4.4
23 ratings, 18 with a written review
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1 star
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I was made very comfortable both in the office and by Dr. Esaa. They were friendly and professional. My eye exams were very comprehensive and they explained to me the procedure and the implants. The operation went smooth and I at ease. I am an artist and now see much better, things are brighter with the cataracts gone. Thanks to Dr Esaa and her office and hospital staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Vivian Weinelt – Dec 31, 2021
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Dr. Esaa has been my ophthalmologist for many years and I've always been pleased with her care. A few months ago, on a Saturday, I woke up with a raging case of pink eye. Dr. Esaa very kindly agreed to see me in her office, which was closed for the weekend. She knew exactly what to prescribe and how to care for the infection and within a week it was totally gone. I am very grateful to have such a caring and professional doctor.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dr. Esaa is experienced, knowledgeable, and professional. Her entire staff is friendly and welcoming and I have had a very positive experience with this office.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Victoria – Nov 20, 2021
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Excellent care fron a Dr and staff that I have been trusting with my eyes for many years. It is comforting to know that I am treated by a Dr and staff that I am familiar with. I am recognized as a person instead of a case as often happens in larger clinics. Eyesight is a precious gift that Dr Esaa treats as such.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Linda Losch – Oct 28, 2021
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I would highly recommend Dr. Esaa. Her and her staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. My cataract surgeries were successful and I appreciate the thoroughness of the exams that I am given.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Patricia Smay – Oct 20, 2021
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I have been patient of Dr Essa for many years. She is a very knowledgeable, dedicated , thoughtful and compassionate doctor . She always go above and beyond. I am always very impressed with her concern for patient safety . Even during Covid I feel safe and confident in their treatment and ways of handling situation. Always a pleasant experience with her office staff. I feel so blessed to have you as my doctor . Thank you so much for all you do . Would highly recommend ????
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A N – Oct 14, 2021
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Dr. Esaa and her staff provide exceptional care. In an age where medicine has become increasingly corporate and many offices have a rotating staff of doctors who don’t have a personal relationship with you and don’t feel a sense of responsibility for your well-being outside of your brief appointment window, Dr. Esaa’s practice is a welcome breath of fresh air. It’s clear that Dr. Esaa cares about you as a person. She takes the time to ask the right questions, encourages you to do the same, and then patiently and thoroughly addresses your queries and concerns. She even uses physical props like a plastic model of the eye to explain what’s happening inside your body and ensure that you fully understand your condition! Her staff is kind and conscientious and the office atmosphere is calm and soothing. I sincerely wish that all of my doctors were as dedicated, compassionate, and responsive as Dr. Esaa.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2021
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Dr. Esaa is an incomparable eye doctor and surgeon. I’ve been her patient for nearly 30 years and simply cannot imagine trusting anyone else for my eye care. She has a warm and caring bedside manner and the ability to explain complex concepts in an easily understandable way. She makes you feel seen and heard and is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. Her office staff is a delight. They are kind and considerate and make scheduling a breeze. Dr. Esaa is responsive to concerns outside of normal office hours and has even opened the office on weekends to examine me! I wholeheartedly and unreservedly recommend her to all of my friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 11, 2021
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Dr. Esaa did my cataract surgeries. I would recommend her to all our friends and family. Dr. Esaa is very knowledgeable, skilled and caring. Her staff is very helpful and accommodating. I am grateful for all the additional care she takes to keep her patients safe and healthy, specially during the COVID pandemic.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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David L Evans – Oct 08, 2021
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kind thoughtful and competent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 08, 2021
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Dr. Esaa is extremely thorough and caring. She explained everything and made sure that I understood. Most complete eye exam I've ever received. Would recommend 100%.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michele D ColeSmith – Oct 07, 2021
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Wonderful! Dr. Essa and her staff are simply put, the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Peter M. Codispoti – Oct 05, 2021
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I am very pleased with the results of my cataract surgery. Dr Esaa was very attentive, compassionate and answered all my questions in a way I could understand. The staff is so warm and friendly! I got my glasses from her optical and I am very happy with them. I will definitely be returning for continued care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A. Lyon – Oct 04, 2021
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My granddaughter has congenital blindness in one eye. I have been bringing her to Dr. Esaa for 15 years. Dr. Esaa and the staff have made her feel comfortable and her exams are thorough. I would recommend Dr. Esaa's office to my friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 30, 2021
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Have been a long time patient of Dr. Esaa. She and her office staff are friendly and helpful. Over the years, she's gone above and beyond to look after my needs, answer questions during off hours, etc. Would highly recommend.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 29, 2021
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I see Dr. Esaa for yearly cataract checks. She is thorough and professional, but also makes me feel at ease. The staff is great. The optical shop has good selection and helpful, knowledgeable opticians. I recommend her to my friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 29, 2021
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I took my 86 year old grandmother to her appointment with Dr. Esaa (Dr. E). Please note she has been seeing Dr. E for years. It is important to note that everyone else we came in contact with in her office was friendly and welcoming. Upon exam Dr. E asked if gram had received her COVID vaccine, and my gram said no. Dr. E said why not, my gram stated she didn't feel there has been enough time to study and research it. At this time Dr. E asked her assistant to get my gram a different mask, as she stated the one she had on was homemade. Dr. E went on to tell my gram should reconsider as the research is there, and this is just not about her but about all mankind & to protect others too. Dr. E then turned to me & asked if I had my vaccine. She then treated us like we had the plague & talked at my gram not to her. She made medication changes but didn't explain them & left without asking if we had any questions. Note Dr. E didn't wash her hands upon entering and went in next room w/out washi
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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May 18, 2021
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When told about my symptoms after surgery, she accused me of be “compulsive and over thinking things.” 3 weeks later at last checkup, symptoms had not improved. Now I have milky vision when exposed to even moderate light. She offered no help, no compassion. Said it was something to get used to or try tinted contacts. 2nd opinion informed me this was surgical error, iris injury. How could the right eye be done in 11 minutes and perfect, the left eye damaged. Rushing, that's how! Beware!!
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Lennae Otto in Cogan Station, PA – May 22, 2018
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About Me

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Dr. Durriya Esaa, MD is an ophthalmologist in Mifflinburg, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from New York University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Muncy and UPMC Williamsport. She is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • New York University

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Bernstein Hilliker Hartzell Eye Center88 Hardees Dr Mifflinburg, PA 17844
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Muncy

    215 E Water St
    Muncy, PA 17756

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Williamsport

    700 High St
    Williamsport, PA 17701
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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