Dr. Yale L. Fisher MD

Dr. Fisher is a clinical ophthalmologist specializing in Vitreoretinal Diseases. Dr. Fisher’s career is noteworthy in the areas of patient care, teaching, and research. He is the author of several textbooks in the field of vitreoretinal diseases and ultrasonography.

Author

Dr. Fisher has published more than 50 scientific articles and numerous scientific exhibits and posters. He was a course director for the American Academy of Ophthalmology for over 22 years and a review editor for many prestigious ophthalmic journals. He has received numerous awards for national and international professorships and lectureships. He has also been awarded the coveted Senior Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Lectures

Dr. Fisher has lectured throughout the United States and abroad in the areas of ultrasonography and vitreoretinal surgery, developing new techniques and instruments in his field as well as pioneering developments in ocular endoscopy. He was selected by departmental chairmen and section chiefs at major ophthalmology centers nationwide as one of the 400 best retina doctors in America.

Developed Instruments

Dr. Fisher has developed numerous intraocular surgical instruments which have advanced the field of vitreoretinal surgery. These instruments include electromagnets as well as endoscopic techniques for situations where microscopic visualization is limited or impossible.

Educational Material

He recently launched a novel and extensive instructional website for educational purposes. The site, www.ophthalmicedge.org, contains lectures, animations, and an extensive interactive video library of real-time contact B-scan ultra sonograms.

Education

Undergraduate: Cornell University
Medical School: Weill Cornell Medical School
Ophthalmology Residency: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital

Academic Appointments

Voluntary Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Voluntary Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, NY Presbyterian-Cornell

Innovations

• Created and launched a novel and extensive free instructional ultrasound website now used worldwide for teaching ultrasound ocular imaging
• 48 years experience with contact B­scan ultrasonography, with research in 3D ultrasonography
• Developed an electromagnetic foreign body magnet that can be turned on or off
• Developed a vitreoretinal 20 gauge endoscope for use during vitrectomy surgery for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, retinal vein occlusion when microscopic imaging becomes limited or inadequate

Curriculum Vitae

View Dr. Fisher’s full academic history, professional achievements, and research accomplishments.

Read more:  https://www.vrmny.com/ophthalmologists-retina-specialists/yale-l-fisher-md/

About Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York:

The ophthalmologists and retina specialists at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York are internationally known leaders in diagnosing and treating retinal diseases.  

VRMNY retina doctors have trained and taught at some of the world's finest and most respected academic institutions. The physicians who comprise the best retina specialists in New York are experts in vitrectomy surgery and hold academic appointments at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York University, and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

Our ophthalmologists in New York City specialize in treating all medical and surgical retinal conditions, emphasizing macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, the two leading causes of retinal vision loss.

With state-of-the-art New York ophthalmology centers in Manhattan, VRMNY is the largest retina vitreous center in the New York Metropolitan area.

Our New York ophthalmologists and eye doctors publish more in the foremost peer-reviewed journals than any other private or academic group in the United States. The practice devotes its time and resources to research and developing new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.  Many current concepts in retinal disease and treatment recognized worldwide were invented at VRMNY.

The attention, empathetic concern, and careful approach of the eye care specialists and their support team of retina surgeons explain the success of VRMNY.  The over 60 member staff provides a full range of educational, medical, and surgical services.  With an emphasis on patient education, the staff delivers compassionate and empowering care.

For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with eye doctor Yale L. Fisher, MD, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 861-9797.

Working Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8am–5pm

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Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York
950 3rd Ave 3rd floor,
New York, NY 10022
Tel: (212) 861-9797

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