The 20 Best Cataract Doctors Near Me in Brooklyn, NY

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The 20 Best Cataract Doctors near Brooklyn, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 701 doctor with experience in Cataract near Brooklyn, NY. Of these, 383 are Experienced, 263 are Advanced, 49 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    5650 Myrtle Avenue, 
    Ridgewood, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Farsi, Hebrew

    Ilan Cohen is an Ophthalmologist in Ridgewood, New York. Dr. Cohen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Distinguished in Cataract
    114 East 27th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    My practice focuses on cataract and refractive surgery using advanced technology, multifocal intraocular lenses and laser treatment to improve people's vision and make them less dependent on glasses. Each patient is unique and different approaches are applied depending on the individual's lifestyle needs. I deliver world class care and surgery to the patient in order to help them achieve their goals. Dr. Ellant is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, Eyelid Bump, and Cataract.

    Elite in Cataract
    Elite in Cataract

    Gregory J. Pamel MD PC

    115 E 61st St Ste 1B, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anastasios Kanellopoulos is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kanellopoulos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Keratoconus, Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

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    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Julius Shulman M D P C

    229 E 79th St Ste 1L, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dan Reinstein is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Reinstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Nearsightedness, Astigmatism, Cataract, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Peter L. Menger
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    7809 Myrtle Avenue, 
    Ridgewood, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish

    Peter Menger is an Ophthalmologist in Ridgewood, New York. Dr. Menger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Cataract.

    Amilia Schrier
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Greenwich Village, 3rd Floor

    7 7th Avenue, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Amilia Schrier is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Schrier is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Meibomianitis, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

    John Seedor
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At MEETH

    210 East 64th Street, 7th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Seedor is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Seedor is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy.

    David C. Ritterband
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At MEETH

    210 East 64th Street, 7th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David C. Ritterband MD, FACS is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Prior to joining Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital (MEETH)/Northwell Eye Institute, he was a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt Sinai and System Director of the Refractive Surgery Service for the Mount Sinai Health System. At MEETH he has assumed leadership of the Refractive Surgery division and the Laser Vision Correction Center and sees patients at the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital on 64th Street. Dr. Ritterband is a graduate of Duke University and received his medical degree at New York Medical College where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society. He completed his Ophthalmology Residency at New York Medical College where he was elected Chief Resident. He completed his Corneal and External disease and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Eye and Ear Institute. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons. He is a past president of the Ocular Microbiology and Immunology Group and a long time Medical Board member of the Eye Bank for Sight Restoration in New York City, the world's first Eye Bank. In addition to maintaining a busy tertiary-care referral practice in New York City, Dr. Ritterband is a nationally recognized physician, scientist, and surgeon. He has published over 250 medical and scientific papers, book chapters, monographs, and research abstracts. He has lectured widely in the United States on cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery topics. His clinical and research interests include cornea transplantation, cataract surgery, ocular drug development, laser refractive surgery, and ocular infections. A committed teacher and mentor, he has trained over 50 clinical cornea fellows first at the highly regarded AUPO certified corneal fellowship program at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and continuing with the current AUPO corneal fellowship program at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. Dr. Ritterband has received numerous awards including an Honor Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has been named multiple times to New York Magazine's Best Doctors, Castle Connolly's Top Doctors, and the NY Times Magazine's Super Doctors. In addition, while at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary he received 6 Resident Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service Awards. Dr. Ritterband is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Endophthalmitis, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy.

    Susan D. Fromer
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    550 Park Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Susan Fromer is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Fromer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Meibomianitis.

    David M. Rubaltelli
    Experienced in Cataract
    Experienced in Cataract

    NY Ophthalmology And Medical Associates, PLLC

    632 Flatbush Avenue, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Rubaltelli is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Rubaltelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Congenital Toxoplasmosis, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

    506 6th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Feig is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Feig is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Interstitial Keratitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Cataract. Dr. Feig is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai

    310 E 14th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Gupta is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Keratoconus, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    185 Canal St Ste 306, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bingjing Roberts is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Roberts is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Keith C. Chang MD PLLC

    217 Grand St Ste 302, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Chang is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Chang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    Advance Sight Eyecare Medical PC

    202 Canal Street, Suite 401, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Naing is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Naing is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Distinguished in Cataract

    Downtown Medical Consultants PC

    310 E 14th St Ste 319, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tsontcho Ianchulev is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Ianchulev is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract Removal, and Trabeculectomy.

    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    13636 39th Avenue, Suite 6, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Hsu is an Ophthalmologist in Flushing, New York. Dr. Hsu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.

    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Cataract
    Ophthalmology

    New York Eye Surgery Associates PLLC

    1101 Pelham Pkwy N, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathan Radcliffe is an Ophthalmologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Radcliffe is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    1226 Ocean Parkway, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arnold Stein is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Cataract
    Experienced in Cataract

    Angioletti Retina Associates

    7 Gramercy Park West, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Angioletti is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Angioletti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cataract. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Cataract?

    A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye.

    When should I see a Cataract doctor near Brooklyn, NY?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cataract doctor near Brooklyn, NY?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Cataract doctors near Brooklyn, NY?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cataract doctors near Brooklyn, NY?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cataract doctor near Brooklyn, NY?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cataract doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cataract doctor near Brooklyn, NY?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cataract doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cataract doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cataract doctors near Brooklyn, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cataract doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cataract doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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