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Dr. Steven Newman, MD

Dr. Steven Newman, MD

Neuro-Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Newman, MD is a neuro-ophthalmologist in Charlottesville, VA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1300 Jefferson Park Ave Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-5485

Dr. Newman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Newman specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine & Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Newman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Newman

4.1
16 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
69%
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4 star
6%
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3 star
6%
6%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
13%
13%

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Highly
After two eye surgeries my vision has been restored. His bedside manner leaves a lot to be desired but I I wasn’t there to make friends. Brilliant doctor!
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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Wren L. Carr – Oct 01, 2023
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Dr. Newman has answered a question for me. I always wondered where Grumpy of the seven dwarfs went. Glad to see he is employed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2021
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I took my husband to see Dr. Newman after wasting time with several other eye specialists. My husband developed strabizmus in his 60's. After 2 eye surgeries and now using 5 prisms, his eyesight is worsening. No one could tell us why, but Newman will. He's like Sherlock Holmes: brilliant, analytical, extremely thorough, making him a GREAT diagnostician. Just be prepared! He works VERY fast to get the most done in a day. He dictates notes as he asks questions and he's gruff! Yet, he really cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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J. Lanzer in McGaheysville – Apr 08, 2018
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The very best. Dr. Newman is a brilliant, direct, no-nonsense physician and that is often the best combination. His sense of humor is sharp and equally direct. He asks questions and tells you what you need to know and you do need to be a participant in the process...I like that style. I have great admiration and respect for him and am thankful he was my physician.
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
6 others found this helpful
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RichardP in Charlottesville, VA – Jun 03, 2017
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So thankful to have Dr Newman treating my granddaughter. He's brilliant. Fast pace but full of information as he's working.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Portia eaglin in Locust grove VA – Mar 23, 2017
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Dr. Newman is the best in his field. He is respected by staff and patients alike.
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 Czajkowski in Ruckersville, VA – Feb 25, 2017
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Works quickly. Is straightforward. One of the best in the country in his specialty.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Charlottesville, VA – Sep 30, 2016
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Let me say rude, rude rude. To think i have waited half a year and traveled 3 hours to be seen by this rude dr. Who gives you less than a second to answer a loud demanding self recorded question! Furious. Would never go to again nor recommend him even if I was to go blind I will not go to him. Not comforting at all ! TotaL waste of my day! Just rude no manners at all, I can not stress enough how rude this dr is that ignores the fact the patients voice in there care is very important!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
12 others found this helpful
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Carry christian in Ferrum va – Sep 02, 2016
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He is the best in his field in this area. He is one of the best in the nation. He knows his stuff. However, he has an extremely poor bedside manner. I would only send a friend or loved one to him if it was absolutely necessary.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Aug 12, 2016
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

To reduce vision-threatening eye diseases through clinical care, research, education and community service.

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmology

  • Orbital Surgery

  • Neurosurgery

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

  • Wilmer Eye Inst-johns Hopkins University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981

  • Washington University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • National Institute Of Health

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977

  • Washington University, St Louis

    Residency Hospital, 1975

  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973

  • Princeton University

    Undergraduate School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology
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Anesthesiology†
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
†Self designated 
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Dr. Newman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Practice

    Kidney Center Clinic1300 Jefferson Park Ave Charlottesville, VA 22903
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UVA Health Sciences Center

      1215 Lee St
      Charlottesville, VA 22908
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

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

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      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

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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