Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD, was named Newsweek’s best ophthalmologist in the country in 2023, 2022 and 2021 on Newsweek’s list of top eye doctors in the United States. He received a near perfect score for quality of care, continuity of care, and the quality of the technology used in his practice. Dr. Donnenfeld was also named on Ophthalmology Management’s 25 Leaders in Innovation, and on The Ophthalmologist’s Power List in 2018 and 2022.
About Eric D. Donnenfeld
Dr. Donnenfeld is an internationally recognized expert and pioneer in refractive, cornea and cataract surgery and one of the leading refractive and cataract surgeons in the United States. Dr. Donnenfeld graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1977 and first in his class at Dartmouth Medical School in 1980. He was Chief Resident at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and completed a Cornea and Refractive Fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital. Dr. Donnenfeld is on the Board of Overseers of Dartmouth Medical School and a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University Medical Center.
Dr. Donnenfeld was the 2013-2014 President of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Donnenfeld is the Chief Medical Editor of EyeWorld, the official publication of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He is on the Executive Boards of ASCRS and ACOS and is a member of the Refractive Committee of ASCRS and Cornea section of Ocular Surgery News. Dr. Donnenfeld is a National Medical Director of TLC Laser Eye Centers and Surgical Director of the Lions Eye Bank for Long Island. He is a past president of the Ocular Microbiology and Immunology Group. Locally, Dr. Donnenfeld has also served as a board member of the Nassau Academy of Medicine, the American College of Surgeons Long Island Chapter and the Nassau Surgical Society, and is a past president of the Nassau Surgical Society, where he is the youngest person to ever receive their Lifetime Achievement Award.
Dr. Donnenfeld has served as Resident Instructor at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and as Program Director at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Donnenfeld has designed and patented six instruments for refractive surgery use. He has authored more than 190 papers on cornea, external disease, cataract and refractive surgery, 500 scientific articles, and 40 books and book chapters on a range of subjects pertaining to corneal transplants, cataract care and laser vision correction.
Dr. Donnenfeld is on the editorial board of nine journals and has participated in over 40 FDA studies. He is one of the first 5 people in the world to perform both laser vision correction and laser cataract surgery. Dr. Donnenfeld is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has received its Honor Award, Senior Honor Award, Life Achievement Honor Award and Secretariat Award. Dr. Donnenfeld has performed laser vision correction on over 70,000 patients and more than 1,000 eye doctors and their families. The Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today has named Dr. Donnenfeld as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Ophthalmologists in the United States.
Credentials
Education & Training
- Fellowship
- Residency
- Medical School
- Undergraduate
Languages
English
Memberships & Affiliations
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Awards & Recognition
Healthgrades Honor Roll
What patients say
Reviews & ratings
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★★★★★4.252 reviewsGoogle reviews from the "Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD" Google Business Profile. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
Very rushed and dismissive. Interrupted me when I was telling him about my corneal treatment history and did not let me finish. I had waited an hour to see him (after traveling two hours to his office) and yet he would not let me take two minutes to tell him my relevant history. He was incredibly rushed and did not seem to take me seriously at all. I have had other corneal specialists take a more nuanced approach to the diagnosis of my corneal adhesion problems, and when I tried to explain that he dismissed it entirely. He looked at me for all of four minutes and did not say anything helpful.
Excellent opthomoglist!
Great doctor! great staff! Busy well-runned office!
farms out work to understudy; "bandaid placed fell out on ride home. office could not be reached via telephone
Dr. Eric Donnenfeld is a world‑class leader in ophthalmology, particularly in refractive cataract surgery, corneal procedures (including crosslinking) and laser vision correction such as LASIK and PRK. I have entrusted him with the care of my own friends and colleagues in the New York area, and he has consistently delivered outstanding, life‑changing results. What sets Dr. Donnenfeld apart is not just his surgical mastery but also his dedication to teaching and innovation. As one of the foremost authorities on anterior segment surgery, he lectures at major conferences throughout the year and remains at the cutting edge of new techniques and technologies. Patients regularly remark on his professionalism, warmth and the clear communication he provides throughout the process. Simply put, if you are considering refractive or corneal surgery, you couldn’t be in better hands. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Donnenfeld for anyone seeking exceptional care and world‑leading expertise.
Exceptional results! Dr. Donnenfeld and his team made what I thought was impossible, possible. The overall LASIK process (pre and post op) was very seamless. My vision gets clearer everyday and I feel great. So grateful and thankful! I100% recommend Dr. Donnenfeld and his team. Thank you!!
I want to take a moment to thank Dr. Donnenfeld and his team for restoring my vision. Dr. Donnenfeld is not only the best around, having experience and expertise beyond compare but also his talents go far beyond that. He takes the time to explain what’s going on and what will be done. He also understands what is best for you on a personal basis, optimizing the outcome for you. He exudes professionalism and provides you with confidence and reassurance that you are receiving the best care possible. Every once in a while you run into someone far and away the best at what they do. Someone who impacts lives and the associated quality of life in people every day. Dr Donnenfeld is one of those people and I am thankful to be one of his patients.
Dr. Donnenfeld was recommended to me by several friends. I needed cataract surgery in both eyes. I had the procedure done in both eyes and Dr Donnenfeld far exceeded all the accolades that were conveyed to me. He has a fantastic manner and genuinely enjoys his work. And I cannot tell you how impressed I was as he performed both procedures. Its a day after my 2nd procedure and everything is crystal clear. I dont need my glasses to drive. I personally can be a bit demanding as a business owner, as I do my best for my clients. But never ONCE did I feel I was not getting the best care by the best Doctor. He has my 100% endorsement!!
