The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 613 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near New York, US. Of these, 494 are Experienced, 110 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    635 W 165th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Quan Hoang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hoang is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Julius Shulman M D P C

    229 E 79th St Ste 1L, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dan Reinstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Reinstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Astigmatism, Cataract, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Nearsightedness
    Elite in Nearsightedness

    Gregory J. Pamel MD PC

    115 E 61st St Ste 1B, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anastasios Kanellopoulos is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kanellopoulos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Keratoconus, Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

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    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    460 Park Ave Fl 5, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Yannuzzi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Yannuzzi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 216, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Rosenblatt is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Rosenblatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Rosenblatt is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    4 Technology Dr Ste 150, 
    East Setauket, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jack Oats is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Oats is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Nearsightedness, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Chalazion.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Precision Ophthalmology, PC

    1401 Route 52, Suite 200, 
    Fishkill, NY 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Krouner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fishkill, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Krouner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Usher Syndrome, Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta, Stargardt Macular Degeneration, and Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy. Dr. Krouner is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Krouner is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Lawrence Marc Jacobson MD PLLC

    128 Lee Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Jacobson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Jacobson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroretinitis, Nearsightedness, Blepharitis, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    4 Technology Dr Ste 150, 
    East Setauket, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anzhelika Vaccaro is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Vaccaro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    4 Technology Dr Ste 150, 
    East Setauket, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Wittpenn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in East Setauket, New York. Dr. Wittpenn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    100 South Bedford Road, Suite 110, 
    Mount Kisco, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Howard Charles is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Mount Kisco, New York. Dr. Charles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Charles is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    260 East Main Street, Suite 201, 
    Smithtown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Martin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Martin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    3860 Victory Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramin Mostafavi is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Mostafavi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. 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.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Brian N. Campolattaro

    30 East 40th Street, Suite 405, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Brian Campolattaro is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Campolattaro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Brown Syndrome, and Coloboma of Optic Papilla.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    180 East Main Street, 
    Bay Shore, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Sandra Ahn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Ahn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peters Plus Syndrome, Peters Anomaly, Epicanthal Folds, and Amblyopia.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Pediatrics | Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Pediatrics | Ophthalmology
    125 Kennedy Drive, Suite 400, 
    Hauppauge, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Liebert is a Pediatrics specialist and an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hauppauge, New York. Dr. Liebert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Blepharitis, and Entropion.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 216, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Deramo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Deramo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Deramo is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Vision Institute Of New York

    2100 Bartow Avenue Ste 216C, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish

    Gary Fishman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Fishman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    125 Kennedy Drive, 
    Hauppauge, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sign Language

    Edward Riegel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hauppauge, New York. Dr. Riegel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Pinguecula, Blepharitis, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Riegel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    5318 7th Avenue, Ofc, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin

    Sophia Siu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Siu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuroretinitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Nearsightedness?

    Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

    If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

    When should I see an Nearsightedness doctor in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness doctor in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness doctors in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness doctors in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness doctor in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctor in New York, US?

    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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctors in New York, US?

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

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