What you need to know about getting cataract treatment in Brooklyn and Manhattan
Have you developed cataracts?
These challenges may sound familiar…
You have cataracts
Your eyes natural lens is stiffening. This is causing cloudiness and decreased vision. Left untreated, your sight will eventually fade into total darkness.
You might feel older than you are
Depleting self-confidence, low self-esteem and fear of falling can trigger depression and anxiety. You just want to relax and be happy.
Are you slowing down?
Your mobility might be restricted and communication ineffective if you can’t read facial expressions. Your increased dependency on others might make you feel incompetent and undervalued.
It’s time to embrace cutting-edge techniques
Stop letting cataracts affect your quality of life. Modern advances have made cataract surgery one of the most successful and life-improving surgical procedures. It’s time to revive your eyes.
Cataracts explained
In the toggles below we explain everything you need to know about cataracts
A cataract occurs when your eyes natural lens begins to cloud. This cloudiness causes a decrease in your vision that can lead to blindness if left untreated.
Cataracts are common in older adults, and symptoms include:
- Blurry vision
- Difficulty reading in dim light
- Poor vision at night
- Glare and halos around lights
- Double vision
- Frequent changes in the prescription of glasses
Cataracts often develop slowly and painlessly as we age, although the exact cause is not clear.
You have an increased risk of cataracts if you:
- Have a family history of cataracts
- Smoke
- Are diabetic
- Have had an eye injury
- Use steroids
- Drink too much alcohol
To determine whether you have a cataract, we will review your medical history, symptoms, and perform an eye examination.
This will include:
- Visual acuity test to measure how well you can read a series of letters
- Slit-lamp examination
- Retinal exam
Cataract surgery
The most effective way of treating cataracts if you wish to eliminate or reduce your dependency on glasses or contact lenses, is cataract surgery. This is where we use surgical methods to replace your natural lens with an artificial lens.
New advances and techniques have made cataract surgery one of the most successful and life-improving surgical procedures performed. We offer the latest procedures available to help remove cataracts and restore your vision, including the placement of intraocular lenses.
We perform most cataract surgeries on an outpatient basis, and more than 95% of surgeries improve vision.
When should I have cataract surgery?
We suggest considering cataract surgery when your cataracts begin to affect your quality of life or interfere with your ability to perform normal daily activities, such as reading or driving at night.
Discover your options to get your eyes back in top shape
Call us and we’ll help you take the steps you need to repair your eyes
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How to get help
These 3 easy steps allow you to stop worrying about your eyes
STEP 1:
Call us to get an appointment
Give us a call at (718) 630-1010 and we’ll answer the questions you have so that we can recommend the best next step.
STEP 2:
Visit us
Whatever the issue, we’ll provide you with the exceptional care that your most precious sense deserves.
STEP 3:
Get the help you need
Whether it’s a quick intervention or a long-term treatment plan, we’ll guide you with compassion, every step of the way.
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What our patients say
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We’ve been getting 5-star reviews from savvy Brooklynites and New Yorkers for over 20 years
Dr.Khosrof is one of the most knowledgeable doctors in his field. My family and I have been his patients for years and he has never failed to provide us tip top service and always does what’s safest for us and our eyes…
I want to talk about Dr. Samer, he is extremely professional and kind and he has the latest equipment and great staff. He’s very caring about his patients and takes the time to explain.
Dr. Khosrof is an outstanding physician and surgeon with a great bedside manner. As a fellow Ophthalmologist, I have always been impressed by his talent.
Dr. Khosrof improved my eye sight from 20/400 to 20/80. I had previously see 2 other retina specialists and 1 optometrist and none of them were able to help me. He’s terrific!
About the expert
Dr. Samer Khosrof | Ophthalmologist
Dr. Samer Khosrof is a top eye surgeon in New York City with over 25 years of experience treating complex eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related eye conditions.
His extensive experience enables him to stay on top of the latest treatments available. He believes in the efficacy of medical technology and has the expertise to deploy the newest diagnostic and treatment techniques to treat his patients with 100% confidence.
When you become a New York Eye & Retina Clinic patient; you’re a Samer Khosrof patient first. This means he sees you before your surgery, he performs your surgery, and he provides your aftercare. In the end, you’re his patient, and he takes that responsibility very seriously.