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Dr. Eric Peter Shakin, MD

Ophthalmology, Other Specialty
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience
Vitreoretinal Consultants Of New York 600 Northern Blvd Ste 216, Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 466-0390

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. Shakin earned his Bachelors of Arts and Sciences from Cornell University, N.Y. and received his M.D. from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, N.Y. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital, N.Y. Dr. Shakin completed his residency in ophthalmology, and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. After his training, he was a member of the Retina Service, Wills Eye Hospital , and served there as co-director of the visual physiology department until 1995. He was also clinical assistant professor at the Thomas Jefferson University School of Medicine. Dr. Shakin joined LI/Queens Vitreo-Retinal Consultants in 1995. Dr. Shakin is a member of the American Medical Association, Medical Society of New York, Queens Medical Society, New York State Ophthalmologic Society, and the Long Island Ophthalmologic Society. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine, a Fellow of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Shakin is also a member of the American diabetes Association, Vitreous Society, Retina Society, and a member of the Nassau Academy of Medicine. He has also been selected as one of the "Best Doctors" in America, and is clinical assistant professor at the NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Shakin is an assistant professor at Hofstra School of Medicine. He has been nominated to New York Super Doctors. Dr. Shakin has been a principal investigator for the Mirivant and Vitrase studies as well as ongoing studies. He dedicates his professional expertise to local clinics for the disadvantaged as well as resident training programs at the local hospitals.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Lenox Hill Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University - 1983

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Location & Hours

Long Island Vitreo Retinal Consultants
600 Northern Blvd Ste 216, Great Neck, NY 11021
Mon:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat:8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology
Other Specialty

Conditions Addressed

Cataract
Macular Degeneration
Diabetic Retinopathy
Retinal Detachment
Glaucoma

Procedures Performed

Lasik Surgery
Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
Retinal Detachment Repair

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Molina Healthcare
Cigna
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna-HealthSpring
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
EmblemHealth
Fidelis Care (NY)
Humana
Meritain Health
Aetna

Cancer 43
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 31
Orthopedics 75
Neurology & Neurosurgery 60
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 75
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 91
Diabetes & Endocrinology 44
Children's Hospital 22
Urology 87
Psychiatry 103
Geriatrics 82
Rehabilitation 38
Obsterics & Gynecology 17
Ophthalmology 4
Ear, Nose & Throat 11
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 3
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60