Dr. Robert Friedman
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Robert Friedman is a board-certified ophthalmologist with expertise in the medical and surgical treatment of retinal conditions, including retinal detachments, macular holes, macular puckers, and diabetic retinopathy. He also specializes in cataract surgery, where he has pioneered techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Dr. Friedman completed his residency in ophthalmology at Lenox Hill Hospital, where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in diseases of the retina at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. He maintains a fee-for-service practice focused on personalized care, and offers premium lens implants to reduce dependence on glasses.
Training

Diseases of the Retina
1988New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
FellowshipOphthalmology
1987Lenox Hill Hospital
ResidencyInternship
1984Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia University
Residency
MD
1983Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Medical School
BA
1979Columbia University
Undergraduate
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- NY
- License Numbers
- 160281


