Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Ilana B. Friedman

Ophthalmology
Office
14 Heyward St, 
Brooklyn, NY 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
15
conditions
Office
14 Heyward St, 
Brooklyn, NY 

Overview

Ilana Friedman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Friedman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Knobloch Syndrome, and Color Blindness.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Friedman is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist in NY

Languages Spoken

English
Hebrew
Sign Language
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Office
14 Heyward St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

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.

8 Total Publications

Management of a Case of Dragged-Fovea Diplopia Syndrome.
Management of a Case of Dragged-Fovea Diplopia Syndrome.
Journal: Journal of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus
Published: July 23, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ilana B. Friedman

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Ilana B. Friedman by calling their office at 718-260-4600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ilana B. Friedman a top-rated expert for Strabismus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ilana B. Friedman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Strabismus, 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. Ilana B. Friedman specialize in?

While Dr. Ilana B. Friedman is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Strabismus, Amblyopia, and Knobloch Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Ilana B. Friedman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ilana B. Friedman has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strabismus. You can view a list of Dr. Ilana B. Friedman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ilana B. Friedman accept my insurance?

Dr. Ilana B. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-260-4600 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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