The 20 Best Congenital Cataract Doctors Near Me in queens, NY

Find the Top Congenital Cataract Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 113 doctor with experience in Congenital Cataract near queens, NY. Of these, 96 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    1229 Broadway, 
    Hewlett, NY 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Yiddish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Norman Saffra is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hewlett, New York. Dr. Saffra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Saffra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Metro Eye MD

    2309 31st Street, Suite 1, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Nissirios is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Nissirios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Nissirios is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine

    New York Hospital Medical Center Of Queens

    5645 Main St, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nauman Piracha is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Piracha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Anemia, Pericarditis, and Hypertension.

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    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology | Optometry
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology | Optometry
    Referral may be required

    OCLI Vision

    31-27 41st St, 
    Queens, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Shyam Patel is an Optometry specialist and an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Queens, New York. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At Fresh Meadows

    176-60 Union Turnpike, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Hirshfield is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Hirshfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD). Dr. Hirshfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Eye Institute At Draga Plaza, Bayside

    20801 Northern Boulevard, 
    Bayside, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian
    Accepting New Patients

    Alina Djougarian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bayside, New York. Dr. Djougarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Ptosis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Djougarian is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Djougarian is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    NYU Eye Center

    222 E 41st St Fl 3, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stacey Kruger is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kruger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Cataract, Strabismus, Amblyopia, Anton Syndrome, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    10025 Queens Boulevard, Suite 1M, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Bitton is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Bitton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Bitton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Dr Neelofar Ghaznawi MD PC

    8626 Queens Blvd, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beatrice Whitaker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Whitaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Interstitial Keratitis, Pinguecula, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine

    New York Hospital Medical Center Of Queens

    5645 Main St, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jing Guo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Guo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Low Sodium Level, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Elmhurst

    7901 Broadway, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tamiesha Frempong is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Frempong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Astigmatism, and Epicanthal Folds.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

    4161 Kissena Blvd, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Russell is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Russell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pinguecula, Glaucoma, Blepharitis, and Coloboma of Eye Lens. Dr. Russell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Ophthalmic Consultant PLLC

    13443 Maple Ave Ste 1C, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Wang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    V.N. Sehgal P.C.

    3319 73rd St, 
    Jackson Heights, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Monica Patel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jackson Heights, New York. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Dry Eye Syndrome, and Neuroretinitis.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wei Liao M.D. PC

    13107 40th Rd Ste E23, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Wei Liao is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Liao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Pinguecula, Entropion, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

    13420 Jamaica Ave, 
    Jamaica, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Cono Grasso is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jamaica, New York. Dr. Grasso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Facial Paralysis, and Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy. Dr. Grasso is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3127 41st St, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilson Ko is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Ko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, Cataract, and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Referral may be required

    Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

    13420 Jamaica Ave, 
    Richmond Hill, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chitra Radhakrishnan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Richmond Hill, New York. Dr. Radhakrishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Glaucoma, and Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina. Dr. Radhakrishnan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2597 38th St, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Plokamakis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Plokamakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Congenital Cataract
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Harry Robert Maximilan Koster MD PC

    11915 Atlantic Ave, 
    Richmond Hill, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marta Mckeague is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Richmond Hill, New York. Dr. Mckeague is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Cataract. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Pterygium.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Congenital Cataract?

    A congenital cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that is present at birth. The lens of the eye is normally clear. It focuses light that comes into the eye onto the retina.

    When should I see a Congenital Cataract doctor near queens, 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 Congenital Cataract doctor near queens, 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 Congenital Cataract doctors near queens, 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 Congenital Cataract doctors near queens, 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 Congenital Cataract doctor near queens, 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 Congenital Cataract doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Congenital 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 Congenital Cataract doctor near queens, 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 Congenital 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 Congenital 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 Congenital Cataract doctors near queens, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Congenital 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 Congenital Cataract doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Congenital 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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