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Patient-Centered Eye Care
At Central Parkway Eye Care Center, we pride ourselves on delivering high quality patient care with kindness and compassion. We deliver accurate diagnoses and effective results with cutting edge state-of-the-art laser equipment for cataract, diabetes, and glaucoma. Our goal is to protect and increase your quality of life.
About Us
Central Parkway Eye Care Center started in Newark New Jersey in the early 1960's when Dr. Robert M. Cunningham, Sr. came back to New Jersey from Howard Medical School to practice Eyes, Ears, Nose and throat. The state of New Jersey then decided that the physicians need to determine which area they were going to primarily focus on being either, Eyes only (Ophthalmology) or ENT. (Otolaryngology) So Dr. Cunningham Sr. chose Ophthalmology. When Dr. Cunningham, Sr. did this, he became the first African American Ophthalmologist in New Jersey. In 1973, he then joined with several African American physicians to design and build what is now Central Parkway Associates at 185 Central Ave in East Orange New Jersey. The purpose of this was to give the African American community access to many different doctors all under one roof. They kept management of the building until 2004 when it was then sold. There are still many physicians of color that remain in the building to this day, including second generation Robert D. Cunningham, Jr.
Patient Tools
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Whether you are a new or existing patient, you can easily set up an appointment with Central Parkway Eye Care Center.
Patient Education
We invite you to explore our comprehensive list of resources and educational materials designed to help educate you about the various ophthalmology conditions treated by our practice.
Our Services
Cataract Surgery
Most people develop cataracts simply as a result of aging, with the majority of cases occurring in people over the age of 55.
Glaucoma Treatment
Glaucoma is a complicated disease in which damage to the optic nerve leads to progressive, irreversible vision loss.
Eye Exam
Routine eye exams are very important for monitoring the health of your eyes and determining your need for glasses.
Testimonials
“With Doctor A I finally feel that I can drop my guard and trust the advice that I'm getting.”
- Maria Lopez
Meet Our Provider
Robert D. Cunningham Jr. MD, NPI
Dr. Robert D. Cunningham, Jr. is a board-certified ophthalmologist and graduate of the Howard University School of Medicine. He is recognized as a trend-setter in cataract surgery.
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