Dr. James M. Maisel
Overview
Dr. Maisel, founder of the Retina Group of New York, is a board-certified ophthalmologist who completed the Dyson fellowship in Vitreous and Retinal surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Medical Center. He has received a Special Congressional Award for his work in diabetic retinopathy and the Banko Gift of Sight Award. He also was named the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Humanitarian of the Year.
He has served as a Corporate Advisory Board member for the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Medical Advisory Board. He was also a member of the AAO Instrument and Device and Low Vision Committees and has received research grants from the U.S. Public Health Service and the National Institute of Health. Dr. Maisel represented the National Society to Prevent Blindness at the ANSI Z-80 committee where he helped establish many ophthalmic industry standards. He served as an editor of EyeCare Technology Magazine and co-editor of Diabetes Technology Magazine. He also authored numerous professional journal articles and lectures nationally on the retina, medical informatics, and practice management topics. In addition, he has been a clinical investigator, consultant, educator, and advisory board member for Pfizer, Novartis, Genentech, Alimera, Regeneron, and Allergan, educating retinal specialists across the US.
Dr. Maisel specializes in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal tears and retinal detachment, macular pucker and macular hole repair, uveitis, ophthalmic surgical complications, hereditary retinal conditions, electrophysiology, glaucoma and second opinions.
Dr. Maisel is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James M. Maisel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James M. Maisel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James M. Maisel by calling their office at 516-939-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James M. Maisel a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James M. Maisel is classified as an Advanced expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. James M. Maisel specialize in?
While Dr. James M. Maisel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. James M. Maisel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James M. Maisel has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. James M. Maisel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James M. Maisel accept my insurance?
Dr. James M. Maisel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-939-6100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Maisel isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Maisel isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Maisel isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
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- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Maisel isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Maisel isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Maisel isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EpiscleritisDr. Maisel isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- GlaucomaDr. Maisel isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.