Expertise in
19
conditions

Dr. Alberto G. Distefano

Ophthalmology
New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai
310 E 14th St, 
New York, NY 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
19
conditions
New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai
310 E 14th St, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Alberto Distefano is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.

Dr. Distefano is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Dacryoadenitis, and Entropion.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Distefano is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Mount Sinai Hospital
Ny Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetroPlus Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
310 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003
Other Locations
MSSM-Optical Shop
17 E 102nd St, New York, NY 10029

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

17 Total Publications

Transorbital Resection of an Optic Nerve Glioma with Severe Proptosis: Technical Note.
Transorbital Resection of an Optic Nerve Glioma with Severe Proptosis: Technical Note.
Journal: Journal of neurological surgery reports
Published: February 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alberto G. Distefano

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alberto G. Distefano?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alberto G. Distefano by calling their office at 212-979-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alberto G. Distefano a top-rated expert for Ptosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alberto G. Distefano is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ptosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alberto G. Distefano specialize in?

While Dr. Alberto G. Distefano is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Dacryoadenitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Alberto G. Distefano participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alberto G. Distefano has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ptosis. You can view a list of Dr. Alberto G. Distefano's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alberto G. Distefano accept my insurance?

Dr. Alberto G. Distefano accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-979-4000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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