Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum
Overview
Dr. Zagelbaum is a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology (board certified) and a Fellow of the American College of Ophthalmology (F.A.A.O.) and the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). He has written textbooks in ophthalmology, as well as book chapters and peer reviewed articles. He is currently co-editing the 3rd edition of the textbook Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures.His main interests include eye trauma and sports. He is the ophthalmology consultant to The National Football League (NFL) and The Boxing/Mixed Martial Arts Commission. He has been the team ophthalmologist for the New York Jets, New York Mets, New York Islanders, and has worked with Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Dr. Zagelbaum is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum by calling their office at 516-938-6363. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum a top-rated expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum is classified as an Advanced expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1, 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. Bruce M. Zagelbaum specialize in?
While Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Atrophy Type 1. You can view a list of Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruce M. Zagelbaum accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-938-6363 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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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- BlepharitisDr. Zagelbaum isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Zagelbaum isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Zagelbaum isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Zagelbaum isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Zagelbaum isAdvanced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- CataractDr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EpiscleritisDr. Zagelbaum isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.