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Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD is an ophthalmologist in Stillwater, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lakeview Hospital and M Health Fairview University of MN. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

2950 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 275-3000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schwartz specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schwartz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartz

4.9
18 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
6%
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2 star
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Gentle caring person
Answered all our questions and patient enough to hear concerns. Respects everyone and takes time to discuss the issues. We have been seeing him for the last 20+ years and appreciate his time take care of our family.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 22, 2023
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A caring person
Dr. Schwartz took time to know me and seems to care about my full health beyond just my eyes. Because of his insight, I went to seek further and needed help from a heart specialist.
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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Jim – Oct 08, 2022
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Thorough care, efficient process for testing and exams
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 17, 2021
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Dr Schwartz is a kind, friendly and funny man. I have been very satisfied with his professional skills over the many years he has taken care of my vision.
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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Eileen McCormack – Jan 15, 2021
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entire staff, including Dr Schwartz, extremely professional and efficient
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 14, 2020
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Dr. Schwartz was very efficient and friendly. He explains his findings and answers questions clearly and completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2020
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Everyone very helpful and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sonja Monner – Oct 16, 2020
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Excellent at explaining and very caring. Office is very clean and spaced for COVID safety.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karen – Sep 12, 2020
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Very professional, always good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David J Lee – Sep 08, 2020
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Very caring and explained everything very well
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2020
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Even with the Covid19 situation I felt very confident that I was safe. (And I was extremely close to cancelling my appointment.) Very clean, very fresh, VERY DISTANCED, and I knew with masks on everyone and plenty of space when possible my health and theirs were their number one priority. I have gone to Associated since childhood- granted at 61 my doctor has changed, but I will continue to go there as long as Dr Schwartz is there to take care of me. He absolutely understands how I "see my eye care". Never tries to sell me on doing an extra procedure.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Curt MacKenzie – May 30, 2020
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Dr. Schwartz is always professional and personal. Explanations are clear and I trust his recommendations. Seem most knowledgeable regarding his field.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Don J Schuld – Mar 18, 2020
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Great Eye Doctor. Very professional and accessible.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD is an ophthalmologist in Stillwater, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Mn

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Salem Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Associated Eye Care Optical LLC2950 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: 7:30am - 11:30am
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Unavail1500 Curve Crest Blvd W Stillwater, MN 55082
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Practice

Associated Eye Care Optical LLC1719 Tower Dr W # 100 Stillwater, MN 55082
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lakeview Hospital

    927 Churchill St W
    Stillwater, MN 55082
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • M Health Fairview University of MN

    2450 Riverside Ave
    Minneapolis, MN 55454
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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