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About Me
Dr. Meir Baalhaness is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreo-retinal surgeon with specialty training in the medical and surgical treatment of diabetic eye diseases and other retina and macula conditions. He brings more than 10 years of clinical experience as a retina specialist and surgeon, treating a wide array of conditions including diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, retina detachments, and macular holes.
Dr. Baalhaness understands that retina conditions often take a great emotional and psychological toll on patients and their family members. He prides himself on taking the necessary time to listen to the concerns of patients and their families, tending to both their medical and related emotional needs. He constantly strives to deliver sensitive and completely pain-free retinal examinations and procedures.
Training

Surgical and Medical Vitreo-Retinal Diseases
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
FellowshipOphthalmology
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center
ResidencyMedical Degree
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center
Medical School
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
CUNY Brooklyn College
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Departmental Honor Awards
CUNY Brooklyn College
Junior Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- FL
- License Numbers
- ME99890


