The Downtown ophthalmologists and retina specialists at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York are internationally known leaders in diagnosing and treating retinal diseases. The VRMNY retina doctors in the Lower Manhattan are world-recognized retina experts in difficult-to-diagnose and rare conditions. They offer the latest treatments for retinal diseases, focusing on treating macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal tears and detachments. This exceptional and unique expertise, joined with their attentive, empathetic concern and careful approach means that even expert Manhattan ophthalmologists turn to Downtown Manhattan retina doctors first when they or their families need care. 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 Downtown 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 center in Downtown, Manhattan, VRMNY is the largest retina vitreous center in the New York Metropolitan area. Our Downtown, 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 Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 234-3367. Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/V69qfU2eHGCS8p337 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Service Locations: Tribeca, New York, NY, USA Gramercy Park, New York, NY, USA Ukrainian Village, New York, NY, USA Alphabet City, New York, NY 10009, USA Lower East Side, New York, NY, USA Chinatown, New York, NY, USA Peter Cooper Village, New York, NY, USA West Village, New York, NY, USA Bowery, New York, NY, USA Greenwich Village, New York, NY, USA East Village, New York, NY, USA NoHo, New York, NY, USA Civic Center, New York, NY, USA Lower Manhattan, New York, NY, USA Union Square, New York, NY 10003, USA SoHo, New York, NY, USA Seaport, New York, NY 10038, USA Nearby Service Zip Codes: 10012, 10002, 10013, 10278, 10007, 10282, 10279, 10271, 10038, 10005 Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

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Vitrectomy is a microsurgical procedure used to treat certain retinal disorders such as macular hole, macular pucker, retinal detachment, proliferative diabetic retinopathy, intraocular infections, and traumatic eye injuries. Using specially designed instruments and techniques, the vitrectomy procedure involves removing the vitreous gel through a very small incision in the eye wall. The vitreous gel is replaced with a saline solution. Then, using a high intensity fiber optic light source, your surgeon (an eye doctor called an ophthalmologist) will use a specially designed microscope that allows for a clear view of the vitreous cavity and retina at different magnification to perform any additional work if necessary, such as removal of scar tissue (macular pucker, tractional detachment) or close a macular hole. This same-day surgical procedure is usually performed by a retina specialist under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation. The vitrectomy surgery has been a revolutionary advancement in technology that allows us to treat retinal diseases and prevent vision loss. Generally, a vitrectomy takes about 30 minutes to an hour depending on the type of operation, but may be significantly longer depending on the surgical indication and complexity of the case. Read more: https://www.vrmny.com/conditions/vitrectomy/ For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 234-3367. Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/QT1BMFr3djLXn6427 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Locations: Lower Manhattan | Little Italy | Chinatown | Civic Center | Tribeca | SoHo 10013 | 10012 | 10007 | 10002 Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

As nationally recognized experts, the best-in-class retina doctors at VRMNY can quickly pinpoint the cause of retinal detachment and develop a treatment plan that preserves the eye’s health. Our doctors are foremost experts in the treatment of retinal detachment, conduct research and develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. VRMNY provides laser procedures to repair a tear in the retina, stop a detachment, or keep a small detachment from growing larger. If the retinal detachment is severe, our doctors may advise surgery. The retina can be likened to film in a camera. It is the light sensitive structure that lines the back of the eye. The part directly in the back of the eye is the macular region. Because of the structure of the macula and the cells that are there, the macula supplies sharp vision and also provides most of the color information being sent back to our brains. The rest of the retina supplies a lower resolution image that gives us the wide field of view we ordinarily have. This side vision is very important in functioning in the modern world. The retina is not connected to the back of the eye in a firm way. Under some circumstances the retina can pull away from the back of the eye. Since the retina gets much of its oxygen and nutrition from the tissue in the back of the eye, this can lead to significant harm to vision. Read more: https://www.vrmny.com/conditions/retinal-tears-and-detachments/ For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 234-3367. Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/QT1BMFr3djLXn6427 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Locations: Lower Manhattan | Little Italy | Chinatown | Civic Center | Tribeca | SoHo 10013 | 10012 | 10007 | 10002 Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

The macula is the very small area in the back of the retina that is responsible for providing sharpness and clarity in our vision. This detailed vision is necessary for daily tasks such as reading, driving, and watching television. A jelly-like substance called the vitreous fills the central portion of the eye. It is composed of 99% water, some chemicals to create the gel, and long protein fibers. As we age the vitreous begins to shrink. The jelly starts to break down and the protein fibers start to aggregate. In most people the vitreous eventually separates from the retina in a process called posterior vitreous detachment. In some people the vitreous may remain adherent to the central portion of the macula and pulling by the vitreous can cause bad things to happen to the macula. Chronic pulling, or traction, on the macula can cause the macula to become distorted or stretched. In some people the force of the traction exceeds the mechanical strength of the macula and a hole can form. Read more: https://www.vrmny.com/conditions/macular-hole/ For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 234-3367. Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/QT1BMFr3djLXn6427 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Locations: Lower Manhattan | Little Italy | Chinatown | Civic Center | Tribeca | SoHo 10013 | 10012 | 10007 | 10002 Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

Dr. Cooney is a practicing vitreoretinal surgeon who was previously an assistant professor of ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins University and later became the director of the Medical Retina Service, the Duke Center for Macular Degeneration, and the medical retina fellowship program from 2001 to 2005. He received a MBA degree from Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. About Dr. Cooney serves as a consultant and advisory board member for several pharmaceutical companies. In 1998, Dr. Cooney helped to establish InnoRx, an ophthalmic drug delivery and pharmaceutical company acquired by SurModics and served as a consultant from 2000 to 2002. Clinical Practice Dr. Cooney’s clinical practice focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of vitreoretinal diseases, particularly age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. He is actively involved in the clinical development of new diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for vitreoretinal disease and the training of residents and fellows. Education Undergraduate: Siena College Medical School: Columbia University Ophthalmology Residency: Johns Hopkins University Vitreoretinal Surgical Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University MBA: University of North Carolina Academic Appointments Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Innovations Helped establish InnoRx, an ophthalmic drug delivery and pharmaceutical company acquired by SurModics https://www.vrmny.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Cooney-CV.pdf Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/QT1BMFr3djLXn6427 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Locations: Lower Manhattan | Little Italy | Chinatown | Civic Center | Tribeca | SoHo 10013 | 10012 | 10007 | 10002 Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

Dr. Spaide specializes in diseases of the retina and vitreous. His particular interests include retinal surgery, Macular Degeneration, Macular Holes, Macular Pucker, Diabetic Retinopathy, and intraocular inflammation. He has published more than 300 articles and 50 book chapters and 9 books about the diagnosis and treatment of Retinal Diseases. He has given lectures around the world. About He has a remarkable number of “firsts” in retinal diseases including the development of autofluorescence imaging using a fundus camera and the first practical method to image deeper structures in the eye with optical coherence tomography. These imaging methods now are used around the world. He has described many new findings and diseases of the eye and helped develop many novel treatments. He has developed numerous surgical instruments that were named after him and holds patents for ophthalmic inventions. Awards He is the recipient of the Richard and Hilda Rosenthal Foundation Award in the Visual Sciences, the Senior Honor Award from the American Society of Retinal Surgeons, and the Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Opthalmology and the Prix Soubrane de la Recherche en Ophthalmologie, Award of Merit from the Retina Society, the Henkind Award, Coscas Award, Nataraja Pillai Award, W. Richard Green MD Award, George Theodossiadis Award, Founders Award, American Society of Retinal Surgeons, Life Achievement Honor Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Simon Gratz Award, Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Spaide was chosen as the 2016 recipient of the Roger H. Johnson Macular Degeneration Award and the America's Best Eye Doctor 2022 Award. This is given every 2 years to an individual making a substantial contribution to the understanding, diagnosis, or treatment of macular degeneration, and is one of the most prestigious awards in macular degeneration research. Author Dr. Spaide is the first author with the most articles in the top 100 list. According to the Web of Science search, the most cited article published from 2010 to 2020 was “Retinal Vascular Layers Imaged by Fluorescein Angiography,” published in Jama Ophthalmology, written by Dr. Spaide. Medical Boards Dr. Spaide is on medical boards of a number of institutions and has been mentioned in multiple Who’s Who and Best Doctors lists. He is a past executive editor of the American Journal of Ophthalmology and is currently associate editor of the journal Retina. He is on the editorial board of numerous journals. Education Undergraduate: Muhlenberg College Medical School: Jefferson Medical College Ophthalmology Residency: St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York Vitreoretinal Surgical Fellowship: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital Academic Appointments Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, NYU Innovations Developed autofluorescence imaging using a fundus camera Created the first practical method to image deeper structures in the eye with optical coherence tomography Invented a system of instruments for vitrectomy surgery to improve surgical procedures and provide solutions for issues with prior components https://www.vrmny.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Spaide-CV-2018.pdf Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/QT1BMFr3djLXn6427 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Locations: Lower Manhattan | Little Italy | Chinatown | Civic Center | Tribeca | SoHo 10013 | 10012 | 10007 | 10002 Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards.

The Downtown ophthalmologists and retina specialists at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York are internationally known leaders in diagnosing and treating retinal diseases. The VRMNY retina doctors in the Lower Manhattan are world-recognized retina experts in difficult-to-diagnose and rare conditions. They offer the latest treatments for retinal diseases, focusing on treating macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal tears and detachments. This exceptional and unique expertise, joined with their attentive, empathetic concern and careful approach means that even expert Manhattan ophthalmologists turn to Downtown Manhattan retina doctors first when they or their families need care. 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 Downtown 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 center in Downtown, Manhattan, VRMNY is the largest retina vitreous center in the New York Metropolitan area. Our Downtown, 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 Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 234-3367. Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/V69qfU2eHGCS8p337 https://plus.codes/87G7PX9X+7J New York Nearby Service Locations: Tribeca, New York, NY, USA Gramercy Park, New York, NY, USA Ukrainian Village, New York, NY, USA Alphabet City, New York, NY 10009, USA Lower East Side, New York, NY, USA Chinatown, New York, NY, USA Peter Cooper Village, New York, NY, USA West Village, New York, NY, USA Bowery, New York, NY, USA Greenwich Village, New York, NY, USA East Village, New York, NY, USA NoHo, New York, NY, USA Civic Center, New York, NY, USA Lower Manhattan, New York, NY, USA Union Square, New York, NY 10003, USA SoHo, New York, NY, USA Seaport, New York, NY 10038, USA Nearby Service Zip Codes: 10012, 10002, 10013, 10278, 10007, 10282, 10279, 10271, 10038, 10005 Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York 110 Lafayette St, Suite 502 New York, NY 10013 (212) 234-3367 (212) 861-9797 Fax: (212) 628-0698 https://www.vrmny.com/ https://www.vrmny.com/locations/downtown-manhattan/ Working Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm Payment: cash, check, credit cards. Our social links: https://www.facebook.com/vrmny https://twitter.com/vrmnyc https://www.linkedin.com/company/vitreous-retina-macula-consultants-of-new-york/ https://instagram.com/vrm.ny/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCde-Yz2MUq8r6BmEAInNLrQ https://www.yelp.com/biz/vitreous-retina-macula-consultants-of-new-york-new-york-4 https://vrmny.tumblr.com/ https://www.pinterest.com/vrmnyc/ https://www.flickr.com/people/199146832@N03/ https://www.tiktok.com/@vrmnyc Find us at: https://www.vitadox.com/practice/new-york-ny-10013/vitreous-retina-macula-consultants-of-new-york/VnD9rDQmiQHEgYpF42ZoRT View other locations Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York has been mentioned: http://www.tupalo.co/new-york-city/vitreous-retina-macula-consultants-of-new-york-lafayette-st-suite-502 https://www.merchantcircle.com/vrmny-new-york-ny http://citysquares.com/b/vitreous-retina-macula-consultants-of-new-york-25150580 https://www.elocal.com/profile/21667654 https://ezlocal.com/ny/new-york/ophthalmologist/0917636441