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About Retina Associates of New York

About the Practice

Personalized patient care is the priority at Retina Associates of New York. That commitment shines through in every aspect of the practice, starting with a group of highly-skilled, board-certified ophthalmologists and retinal specialists.

Founded by Ben Zane Cohen, MD, in 1983, the practice now includes offices at three convenient locations to serve their NYC community: Upper East Side, Manhattan; Forest Hills, Queens; and the New Rochelle office serving the Bronx and Southern Westchester. Patients can also experience the convenience of an outpatient surgery center adjacent to the Manhattan location: The Retinal Ambulatory Surgery Center of New York.

Each facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology that assists the experts at Retina Associates of New York in providing the most advanced treatment available for conditions such as retinal tears and detachments, diabetic retinopathy and macular edema, macular degeneration, and a host of other issues dealing with the health of the retina. The surgery center includes two operative suites, pre and postsurgical staging areas.

It’s hard to ignore the most advantages offered by the advanced technology and the impressive medical expertise at Retina Associates of New York, which is based upon the underlying mission to provide professional care that includes the warmth and welcome of a patient-first approach.

Testimonials

Words from our patients

  • Healthgrades

    "I first met with Dr. Paccione when my retina became detached. I was in such great spirits after he explained the procedure. After the surgery, I regained my sight!"

    Sidney H.
  • Healthgrades

    "Great doctors. My visions came back instantly after operation."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "Dr. Paccione is the most thorough competent doctor I have ever met. He fixed my mother's macular hole and she is thrilled with the result and his care."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "I wouldn't trust anyone else with my eye. Dr. Cohen is professional, respectful, and truly cares for his patients."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "I had a retina detachment and the attention and care Dr. Cohen gave me was nothing short of spectacular."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "Dr. Tseng is an excellent, caring doctor."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "Dr. Cohen perfectly cured my retinal tear and associated problems and allayed my fears."

    Verified Patient
  • Vitals

    "Dr. Paccione explained to me thoroughly about my diagnosis and did not recommend surgery because my vision is still good and explained about risk and options to me."

    Verified Patient