Dr. Levine is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Medical Director of the Cliffside Laser Eye and Cataract Center, which he established to provide medical and surgical vision correction in a patient-centric setting. He is recognized as an innovator in cataract surgery and was among the first in the New York area to perform refractive cataract surgery, multifocal lens implantation, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery.
Credentials
Education & Training
University of Pennsylvania
Undergraduate
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Medical School
University of Pennsylvania Eye Institute
Residency, Ophthalmology
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow
- American Board of Ophthalmology, Diplomate
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Fellow
- American Board of Eye Surgeons, Fellow
- Society for Excellence in Eye Surgery (SEES), Member
Awards & Recognition
America's Top Doctors, Consumer Health Magazine
What patients say
Reviews & ratings
Patient Reviews
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★★★★★4.9732 reviewsGoogle reviews from the "Cliffside Lasik and Cataract Center: Richard Levine MD FAAO" Google Business Profile. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
Dr Levine and the entire staff are friendly efficient and caring.
Response from the ownerThank you, Dave — we’re so glad Dr. Levine and the team were friendly, efficient, and caring. We’ll share your kind words with the staff. We look forward to caring for you again.- Response from the ownerThank you, Jose, for the 5-star rating! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience with us. We look forward to serving you again soon.
Dr.Richard is the best in the state !!! Thank you so much for everything !! I had lasik 2 days ago and its amazing how well I can see. Thank you Dr. Richard may God bless you always and keep helping other patients . Thank you !!!
Response from the ownerThank you so much for your kind words Alejandra. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Best Always, Cliffside Laser Eye and Cataract Center: Richard Levine, MD- Response from the ownerThank you, Maryam, for the 5-star rating! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience. We look forward to serving you again soon.
Doctor Levine is one of the best optomologist in usa for me he did a surgery and icame back perfect
Response from the ownerThank you, Carlos, for your kind 5-star review. We're thrilled Dr. Levine's surgery went so well and that you're doing perfectly. Your feedback means a lot to our team. Please reach out anytime if you need anything in the future.- Response from the ownerThank you, Daria, for the 5-star rating! We're thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate your support. We look forward to serving you again, and please reach out if there's anything we can do.
Very good attention and care
Response from the ownerThank you, Deborah. We're delighted our team provided attentive, caring service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again.- Response from the ownerThank you so much for the 5-star rating, Zunilda! We appreciate your support and are thrilled you had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you again, and if there is anything we can do for you, please let us know.
An excellent experience, a magnificent doctor. Very qualified. I am very satisfied and I recommend his expertise.
Response from the ownerThank you, Armando, for your kind words and recommendation. We’re delighted you had an excellent experience and found the doctor so qualified. We’ll share your feedback with the doctor and our team. We look forward to serving you again whenever you need us.My experience with Dr. Levine and his entire team was exceptional. I was very nervous about having LASIK surgery, but from the very beginning, Dr. Levine and his staff made me feel safe, comfortable, and well informed. They guided me through every step of the process, answered all of my questions, and made sure I knew exactly what to expect. The procedure itself was quick, and the care I received before, during, and after surgery was outstanding. Everyone was kind, patient, and professional. I am so grateful that I chose Dr. Levine for my LASIK procedure, and I highly recommend him to anyone who is considering vision correction surgery. Thank you for making such a life-changing experience so positive!
Response from the ownerThank you for sharing your experience, Bella. We're thrilled Dr. Levine and the team made you feel safe, comfortable, and well informed throughout your LASIK journey. It's wonderful to hear the procedure and follow-up care exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your recommendation and are grateful you trusted us with this life-changing decision. If you need anything in the future, please don't hesitate to contact our office.
