Dr. Gennady Landa
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Gennady Landa is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Retina Services at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. He is a full-time faculty member with focused expertise in the surgery of complex cataracts, intraocular lens malposition, and diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous. He utilizes cutting-edge surgical techniques to provide exceptional care for a range of conditions, including diabetic ocular complications, retinal tears, and age-related macular degeneration.
In addition to his clinical and administrative roles, Dr. Landa is Vice-Chair for Clinical Integration of the Department of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai and is an active researcher. His work involves developing innovative treatments for age-related macular degeneration and inherited retinal degeneration, and he pioneers new retinal imaging techniques to enhance diagnostic and treatment capabilities at the Advanced Retinal Imaging Center.
Dr. Landa specializes in both the surgical and medical management of various retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusions, and pediatric retinal diseases. His comprehensive approach includes advanced techniques like laser surgery, intraocular injections, scleral buckles, vitrectomies, and secondary intraocular lens implants. He is a highly esteemed cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon frequently referred by optometrists and ophthalmologists across New York City, East New Jersey, and Long Island.
Training

Vitreo-Retinal Disease
Mount Sinai
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
Mount Sinai
FellowshipOphthalmology
Kaplan Hospital
ResidencyMD
Technion Israel Institute of Technology
Medical School
Awards & Honors
The John S. Hermann, MD, Memorial Award for Excellence in Teaching
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
The Jorge. N. Buxton, MD, Microsurgical Educator Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Microsurgical Training of the Ophthalmology Residents
2015New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Senior Honor Award
2012American Society of Retina Specialists
Publications & Press
Development of cystoid macular edema after uneventful cataract surgery in eyes with a history of vitrectomy using silicone oil versus gas tamponade.
Eye (Basingstoke)Modified Endolaser Instrument for Chandelier Scleral Buckling.
Journal of VitreoRetinal DiseasesThe Influence of Ultra-Widefield Fluorescein Angiography on the Diagnosis and Management of Diabetic Retinopathy.
Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- NY
- License Numbers
- 262738


