Dr. Andrew Swan, MD

Achievements
Clinical Instructor: Yale University School of Medicine
2006 Marvin L. Sears Award for Clinical Excellence
Transitional Intern of the Year
Maimonides Medical Society Award – Outstanding Academic Performance
Stephen J. Paolini Award – Dedication and Compassion in Patient Care

Dr. Andrew Swan, MD, FACS, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma management. He is a clinical instructor at Yale University School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, and has a notable academic and professional background, including awards for clinical excellence and compassionate patient care.

Specialties

  • Comprehensive eye exams
  • Cataract surgery
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Macular degeneration
  • Glaucoma
Bio

About Dr. Swan

Dr. Andrew Swan is a distinguished board-certified ophthalmologist renowned for his cataract and lens implant expertise. As a clinical instructor at the esteemed Yale University School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, he not only practices excellence but also imparts his knowledge to future generations of medical professionals.

Dr. Swan's exceptional academic journey is underscored by his membership in prestigious academic honor societies, including Alpha Omega Alpha and Phi Beta Kappa. His accolades extend beyond his academic achievements, as he has been honored with awards recognizing his unwavering dedication and compassionate patient care.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr. Swan has a profound love for travel, a passion that led him to experience and live in diverse cultures, including Spain and Venezuela. This global perspective has allowed him to become proficient in Spanish, further enhancing his ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Locations

  • Cheshire, CT
  • Hamden, CT

Specialties

  • Comprehensive eye exams
  • Cataract surgery
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Macular degeneration
  • Glaucoma

Education

Bachelor of Arts – English

Cornell University – Ithaca, NY

Medical School

State University of New York – Buffalo, NY

Internship

Hospital of St. Raphael – New Haven, CT

Residency

Ophthalmology – Yale Eye Center, Yale School of Medicine – New Haven, CT

Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Awards/Honors

  • 2006 Marvin L. Sears Award for Clinical Excellence
  • Transitional Intern of the Year
  • Maimonides Medical Society Award – Outstanding Academic Performance
  • Stephen J. Paolini Award – Dedication and Compassion in Patient Care

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
Affiliations
American Board of Ophthalmology
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