Dr. Jonathan Kagan MD
Ophthalmologist
940 Park Ave New York NY, 10028Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Jonathan Kagan is an ophthalmologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Kagan specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Kagan can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Kagan can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
MD at New York Medical College
New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny 1969
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Dr. Jonathan Kagan MD's Expert Contributions
What is a vitrectomy?
It is the removal of the gel known as the vitreous behind the lens of the eye and in front of the retina. When this is cleared often better vision can be obtained as long as there are no underlying retinal issues. READ MORE
Anything to watch out for when using glaucoma eye drops?
Everything is listed in the package insert. I tell my patients when first starting Lumigan that the white of the eye may be red for the first two weeks and then usually clears and the lashes may become longer and thicker (many women in particular appreciate this known side effect). READ MORE
What is the reason for double vision following an accident?
Closed head trauma may be associated with nerve damage to a specific muscle in the eye which then causes oblique or vertical double vision more frequently than horizontal double vision. Seek out a Neuro-ophthalmologist. READ MORE
My eyes feel very dry after LASIK. What could be the cause for this?
This is not unusual and often frequent instillation of artificial tears without preservative over 6 months may help. If you have other hallmarks of ocular surface disease, your surgeon should be able to sort that out for you. READ MORE
Can diabetes cause reading difficulties?
If she has edema in her macula from the diabetes, then the reading vision will be affected. Also, cataracts will cause painless decrease of vision as well. READ MORE
Is stopping restasis considered to be dangerous?
Stopping restasis should not have any untoward effects other than reverting to your old tear insufficiency (dry eye) symptoms. Seek out an eye MD such as myself, a medical/surgical eye physician to advise you regarding this new red and irritated left eye. READ MORE
My son is 3 years old and has developed cataract. What should I do?
Seek out a pediatric ophathalmologist READ MORE
What is the cause of dry eyes?
Consult with an ophthalmologist specializing in ocular surface (dry eye) disease. It is a multi-factorial problem. READ MORE
Does not wearing glasses all the time increase eye power?
no READ MORE
I want to wear contacts
Check with a MD ophthalmologist re corneal issues. READ MORE
Can i be affected with two types of cataract in the same eye?
Definitely not. What sometimes happens after cataract surgery there is a membrane that may naturally become cloudy and will decrease the vision as if a cataract is coming back. This is treated with a YAG laser in the office. READ MORE
Why are my eyes blood red when I wake up?
Many possible causes including not completely closing your eye during sleep. Consult with an MD ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Why are my eyes so sensitive to light?
The answer to this is short. Consult an Eye MD ophthalmologist regarding the many factors such as insufficient tears, irregular surface of the cornea and possible lens opacities (cataract) READ MORE
Constant eye floaters--what's wrong?
Get yourself to an Eye MD ophthalmologist for a complete exam and dilation of your pupils. This evaluation will let you know if you have any pathology in the retina such as a tear or hole. READ MORE
Why are my eyes sore after contacts?
you may need to be refit. When the Ophthalmologist evaluates the cornea also inquire about your tear structure and what is called tear osmolarity. Normal is 280 milli osmols or less. Ask if you have any new vessels at the edge of your cornea (neovascularization.) READ MORE
My eye looks different because of my astigmatism. Anything I can do?
astigmatism can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses and lasers. All these modalities should help improve your visual function. READ MORE
Can eyesight ever get better on its own?
near sightedness or myopia can be progressive into your late 20's then in your 40's you may need a prescription of near vision (presbyopia). It usually will not reverse. READ MORE
I can't stand to wear contacts
Ask your eye MD if you have an irregular shape to the cornea or tear insufficiency. Both contribute to the comfort of your eye when wearing a contact lens READ MORE
What exactly is glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a silent chronic disease which if undiagnosed leads to blindness. Thus it is important to see an Eye MD physician to evaluate if you are at risk. Some risk factors include family history, color of your skin, thickness of the cornea, the pressure inside the eye, and the actual function and structure of the optic nerve itself. It is the damage to the nerve which leads to blindness. So glaucoma is multifactorial. Glaucoma is NOT just pressure. READ MORE
Diabetes and eye health
Simply put, Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world. Indeed, most medical insurance companies require annual dilated retinal evaluations by an ophthalmologist to maintain your medical insurance. The blindness comes from bleeding inside the eye from tiny fragile blood vessels in the retina. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Developing a conceptual framework for an evaluation system for the NIAID HIV/AIDS clinical trials networks.
- Evaluating research and impact: a bibliometric analysis of research by the
- Integrating utilization-focused evaluation with business process modeling for clinical research improvement.
- The NIAID Division of AIDS enterprise information system: integrated decision support for global clinical research programs.
- Community-researcher partnerships at NIAID HIV/AIDS clinical trials sites: insights for evaluation and enhancement.
- Modeling the dissemination and uptake of clinical trials results.
- Evaluating protocol lifecycle time intervals in HIV/AIDS clinical trials.
- A Brief Chronicle of CD4 as a Biomarker for HIV/AIDS: A Tribute to the Memory of John L. Fahey.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National and International Public Speaking -
Internships
- Wilmer Eye Institute - Johns Hopkins
Fellowships
- U.S. Public Health Service
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, New York State Ophthalmological Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Articles and Publications
- Many Published Books, Chapters and Articles
What do you attribute your success to?
- Communication and knowledge
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