The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors Near Me in staten island, NY

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 136 doctor with experience in Optic Neuritis near staten island, NY. Of these, 108 are Experienced, 20 are Advanced, 5 are Elite and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Elite in Optic Neuritis
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    NYU Langone Internal Medicine Associates

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

    Laura Balcer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Balcer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Concussion, and Brown Syndrome.

    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    NYU Langone Internal Medicine Associates

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

    Steven Galetta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Galetta is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Brown Syndrome, Concussion, and Thrombectomy.

    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    David S Chu MD

    235 Park Ave S Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Kupersmith is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kupersmith is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Neuritis, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Thymectomy. Dr. Kupersmith is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology
    Elite in Optic Neuritis
    Neurology
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    Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric & Advanced Wound Healing Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 13, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilya Kister is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kister is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Medicine Specialties

    242 Mason Ave, Suite 2, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Samir Alkabie is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Alkabie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis. Dr. Alkabie is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Alkabie is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric & Advanced Wound Healing Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 13, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Krupp is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Krupp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Neurology

    1 Harvey Ave, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adina Alport is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Alport is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Alport is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Neurology

    1 Harvey Ave, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miran Salgado is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Salgado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Post-Traumatic Epilepsy, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Dr. Salgado is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required
    27 New Dorp Lane, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Allan Perel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Perel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vasoconstriction, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Perel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    445 Clawson Street, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ramin Mostafavi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Mostafavi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract. Dr. Mostafavi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    244 86th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Abraham Sleem is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Sleem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Blepharitis. Dr. Sleem is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    244 86th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Weiss is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kallikrein Hypertension, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Brooklyn Neurological Associates PC

    117 70th St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Fitzpatrick is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Vertigo, Neuralgia, and Migraine.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Access Neuro-Op

    42 Broadway Ste 15-575, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cinthi Pillai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pillai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Adult Polyglucosan Body Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 7, and Phosphoglycerate Mutase Deficiency. Dr. Pillai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Israel Englander Department Of Ophthalmology

    36 Worth St, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cristiano Oliveira is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Oliveira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Temporal Arteritis, Strabismus, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Oliveira is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    185 S Orange Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diego Cadavid is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Cadavid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy, and Optic Neuritis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Rutgers Health Neuro-Ophthalmology

    90 Bergen St # 6100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Larry Frohman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Frohman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Frohman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Institute Of Ophthalmology And Visual Science

    90 Bergen Street, Suite 6100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Roger Turbin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Turbin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Intracranial Pressure, Papilledema, Thyroid Eye Disease, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Turbin is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Turbin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Rutgers Health Adult Neurology

    90 Bergen St # 8100, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, Portuguese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Machteld Hillen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Hillen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, Huntington Disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Hillen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Kings County

    451 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn,, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yaacov Anziska is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn,, New York. Dr. Anziska is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myasthenia Gravis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Necrotizing Myopathy (NM), and HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy. Dr. Anziska is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Optic Neuritis?

    The optic nerve carries images of what the eye sees to the brain. When this nerve becomes swollen or inflamed, it is called optic neuritis. It may cause sudden, reduced vision in the affected eye.

    When should I see an Optic Neuritis doctor near staten island, 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 an Optic Neuritis doctor near staten island, 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 Optic Neuritis doctors near staten island, 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 Optic Neuritis doctors near staten island, 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 an Optic Neuritis doctor near staten island, 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 Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Optic Neuritis 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 an Optic Neuritis doctor near staten island, 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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis 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 Optic Neuritis doctors near staten island, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis 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 an Optic Neuritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Neuritis 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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