Dennis B. Freilich
Ophthalmologist
14 East 96th Street Apt. C New York New York, 10128About
Dennis B. Freilich, MD, maintains his own practice, Freilich Retina Associates, located in New York, New York. Dr. Freilich performs Retinal Surgery, Cataract Surgery, and LASIK at his practice; he was specifically trained in retinal care during his education. During Dr. Freilich's fellowship with the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary he worked closely with the Retina Foundation. Currently, Dr. Freilich is an attending ophthalmologist with Mt. Sinai Medical Center, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary as well as his practice. Dr. Freilich has been working for over 45 years and has board certification in his field, his success derives from, he says, good training and mentoring over the years.
Education and Training
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- Kings County Hospital Center
Fellowships
- Retina Foundation via Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Retina Specialists, Retina Society, Club Jules Gonin
What do you attribute your success to?
Good Training and Mentoring
Favorite professional publications
- Archives of Ophthalmology
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