The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in Brooklyn, NY

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The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors near Brooklyn, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 317 doctor with experience in Pterygium near Brooklyn, NY. Of these, 219 are Experienced, 91 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    David M. Rubaltelli
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium

    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 Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Congenital Toxoplasmosis, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    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 Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

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    Distinguished in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium
    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 Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, Eyelid Bump, and Cataract.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    5318 7th Avenue, Ofc, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin

    Sophia Siu is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Siu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroretinitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    235 Park Avenue, Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Schneiderman is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Schneiderman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, Cataract, and Interstitial Keratitis.

    Paul T. Finger
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    115 East 61st Street, Suite 5B, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish

    Dr. Paul T. Finger has collected or discovered the latest and most advanced medical technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular tumors and eye cancer.With great respect for collaboration, he works closely with you, your referring doctor and his associated specialists to provide the most excellent care possible.The New York Eye Cancer Center was designed to be a responsive and caring environment, we strive to be your and your doctor's first choice for eye cancer care.Dr. Finger is the Director of Ocular Tumor Services at the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and teaches residents from the New York University School of Medicine.A world-recognized expert in radiation and surgical techniques to conserve the eye and vision; Dr. Finger has pioneered the use of palladium-103 plaque radiation for choroidal melanoma, 3D and high-frequency ultrasound to image intraocular tumors, and created this world-renowned web site. Dr. Finger publishes in the major clinical journals and lectures frequently at local, national and international meetings. He graduated from Tulane Medical School, the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, and then completed specialty training in treatment of ocular tumors and orbital diseases.Dr. Finger is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology and sees patients from all over the world.Dr Finger was a principal investigator for The Collaborative Ocular Melanoma Study. He Chaired the Ophthalmic Oncology Task Force that wrote the 2014 consensus guidelines for plaque radiationt therapy of choroidal melanoma and retinoblastoma for The American Brachytherapy Society. Dr. Finger was the clinical director for the Plaque Radiation Therapy (Task Group 129) of the American Association for Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). Dr. Finger is Chair of the Ophthalmic Oncology Task Group of The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) - International Union Against Cancer (UICC). The AJCC-UICC has created a universal language (TNM-classification) commonly used around the world to describe eye cancer.Dr. Finger has a particular interest in melanoma of the choroid, ciliary body and iris. He has written extensively about new ways to detect and treat retinoblastoma, conjunctival melanoma, squamous carcinoma, metastatic cancer to the eye and orbital tumors.Dr. Finger has assembled a team to care for patients with eye tumors. By picking the best doctors from several institutions, his team includes the top radiation, medical and pediatric oncologists from several institutions in New York City.Dr. Finger has spent his career inventing and improving new methods of diagnosis and treatment for eye cancer:. Dr. Finger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Iridectomy, and Vitrectomy.

    Susan D. Fromer
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Meibomianitis.

    Gary S. Hirshfield
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At Fresh Meadows

    176-60 Union Turnpike, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Hirshfield is an Ophthalmologist in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Hirshfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    34 Plaza St E Ste 103, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Berg is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Berg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Presbyopia.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Kings County

    451 Clarkson Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wayne Scott is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Scott is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    774 Broadway Ste 2, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Qianwen Dong is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Dong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    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 an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Interstitial Keratitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Cataract. Dr. Feig is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Royale Pediatric Healthcare PC

    1335 Linden Blvd Ste 126, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Silberman is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Silberman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Neuroretinitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Be Well Primary Health Care Center LLC

    3007 Farragut Rd, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adebukola Adebayo is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Adebayo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Pinguecula, Kallikrein Hypertension, Pterygium, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    Grand Fashion Optical Inc

    99 Elizabeth St # 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Tsai is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. Her top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    JKL Medical Associates PC

    1987 Utica Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Schulhof is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Schulhof is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology

    JKL Medical Associates PC

    1987 Utica Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacob Ackerman is an Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Ackerman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Pterygium?

    A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

    When should I see a Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctors near Brooklyn, NY?

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

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