New York’s Most Experienced Retina Practice
Since 1981, the nationally recognized retina specialists of Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY have provided expert care to patients throughout Greater New York, including Long Island, Manhattan, Queens, and the Hudson Valley. We are the retina practice of choice for the Northwell Health hospital network.
AMD / Macular Degeneration
Diabetic Retinopathy
Vein & Artery Occlusions
Retinal Tears & Detachments
Macular Conditions
Pediatric Retina Care
Elite Retinal Care, Cutting Edge Medicine in New York
Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY is at the leading edge of retinal care, using the most advanced technologies to provide excellent care close to home. From retinal diagnostics to clinical trials, our focus is always on the patient.
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“He’s kept my vision going for the past 10 years!”— Virginia V.
“This is a wonderful practice, with a staff that cares about its patients.”— David S.
“Everyone here is more than helpful, kind, and compassionate.”— Marguerite Q.
“Thanks to this doctor, I still have my eyesight.”— Nina C.
19 Retina Specialists in New York
The highly skilled retina specialists and surgeons at Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY have trained at the most prestigious institutions and are recognized by their peers as key opinion leaders in the field.
David Y. Rhee, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Kenneth B. Graham, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Brett J. Rosenblatt, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Jonathan Jonisch, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Albert Li, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
James Lin, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Charles W. Mango, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Pamela Ann Weber, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Jeffrey C. Paccione, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
David M. Fastenberg, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Jeffrey L. Shakin, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Jessica G. Lee, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Juan M. Romero, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Eric P. Shakin, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Philip J. Ferrone, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
David Y. Poon, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Vincent Deramo, MD
Medical and Surgical Retina Specialist
Retinal Research & Clinical Trials in New York
Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY has a long history of participating in groundbreaking retinal care research. We provide our patients with access to clinical trials that are focused on developing new or significantly improved treatments.
Retina Consultants of America
In 2020, Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY joined Retina Consultants of America, a network of top-ranked retinal care and research practices in the United States. Together, the practices of RCA are shaping the future of retinal care. Learn more about RCA.
VRCNY Patient FAQ
Questions about retina conditions, treatments, clinical trials, or insurance coverage? Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY is here to help. For additional questions, contact VRC.
We accept many insurances, but not all plans. We invite you to call our office to schedule an appointment and one of our insurance coordinators will work to verify your benefits prior to your visit.
Yes, our doctors are all board-certified and have had additional medical & surgical retina training.
Same day appointments are available. If you have a location or physician preference, we will do our best to accommodate your schedule. If your needs are emergent, please call our office for immediate attention.
The majority of our physicians speak more than one language and are comfortable treating patients in English, Spanish. Mandarin, Korean, and Cantonese.
At your new patient appointment, we will ask about your general and eye health, test your vision and measure the pressure in your eyes. Our team will also dilate your pupils prior to your eye exam with one of our retina specialists. Depending on your eye condition, additional testing may be required. We look forward to seeing you at your appointment.
Please bring a Photo ID and Insurance Card(s) to your appointment, along with a list of all health conditions and allergies, a list of all medications and supplements and a list of questions or concerns about your eyes. Patients who are visiting one of our offices should plan on spending up to three hours with our care team. Learn more about what to expect at your upcoming appointment.
We accept cash, all major credit cards and Care Credit on charges over $200.
Blog and News - The VRC Blog
Keep up with the latest news, updates, and announcements from Vitreoretinal Consultants of NY
- Sep 26th, 2024
Floaters and the Retina: Should You Be Concerned?
- Aug 29th, 2024
Diabetic Eye Exams: What to Expect and Why They Are Essential
- Jul 31st, 2024
Exploring Inherited Retinal Diseases
- Jun 27th, 2024
Understanding AREDS Vitamins: Benefits for Age-Related Macular Degeneration