Dr. Richard Kaplan

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Hamden, CT

Areas of Expertise

Macular Holes
Epiretinal Membranes
Retinal Vascular Disease
Management of Cataract Surgery Complications
Ocular Trauma

About Me

Dr. Richard Kaplan is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon with Connecticut Retina Consultants. He treats retinal diseases including retinal detachments, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease, complications after cataract surgery, and ocular trauma. His clinical approach emphasizes minimizing patient stress, maximizing comfort, and delivering exceptional evidence-based care for these sight-threatening conditions.

Dr. Kaplan is a Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of George Washington University. He completed a post-baccalaureate Pre-Health Program at Rutgers University, earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and completed his ophthalmology residency and vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists, and he is accepting new patients.

Training

  • New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

    Vitreoretinal Surgery

    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

    Fellowship
  • New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

    Ophthalmology

    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

    Residency

Awards & Honors

  • Alvin Behrens Memorial Fund Award

  • Bernard Schwartz Memorial Award for Resident Research

    American Glaucoma Society

  • Louis J. Girard, M.D. Award for Resident Research

  • Chairman’s Award for Academic Honors and Distinction

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CT, NY
License Numbers
064772, 280532

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