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About Me
Dr. Robert Fucigna is a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in cornea and refractive surgery. He provides comprehensive care for conditions affecting the cornea and anterior segment of the eye, offering advanced surgical options to correct vision and treat eye diseases.
He completed his medical education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and underwent rigorous training, including an ophthalmology residency and a specialized fellowship in cornea, anterior segment, and refractive surgery at The Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. This training equips him to handle complex corneal disorders and perform precision refractive procedures.
Dr. Fucigna is actively involved in ophthalmology research, with publications on laser treatments for farsightedness and astigmatism correction techniques. His work has been supported by scientific grants focused on blindness prevention, reflecting his dedication to improving patient outcomes through innovation.
Training
Cornea, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery
The Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
FellowshipInternship
Lenox Hill Hospital
ResidencyOphthalmology
UMDNJ
Residency
Awards & Honors
Grant in Aid of Research
Edward & Marianne Blaauw Fund
Sigma Xi - The Scientific Research Society
Sigma Xi
Prevent Blindness Student Fellowship
Fight for Sight, Inc.
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CT
- License Numbers
- 035457


