Dr. Robert Friedman

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
New York, NY
Accepts Medicare

Areas of Expertise

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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

  • Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital

    Diseases of the Retina

    1988

    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    1987

    Lenox Hill Hospital

    Residency
  • Internship

    1984

    Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia University

    Residency
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine

    MD

    1983

    Albert Einstein College of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Columbia University

    BA

    1979

    Columbia University

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
NY
License Numbers
160281