Dr. Anthony Curreri, MD

Dr. Anthony Curreri, MD

Ophthalmologist
161 E 32nd St, New York, NY
4.81
“Dr. Anthony Curreri is absolutely fantastic! From the moment I walked in, I felt comfortable and well taken care of. He took the time to thoroughly explain every part of the eye exam in a way that was clear and easy to understand, which I really appreciated. What truly sets him apart is how personable and attentive he is—he genuinely listens and makes an effort to get to know you, not just treat you as another patient. I never felt rushed, and all of my questions were answered thoughtfully. Highly, highly recommend Dr. Curreri if you’re looking for expert care with a warm, patient-centered approach!”
Jeannine M.March 25, 2026
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.81

Average wait time

4.13

Bedside manner

4.86
“Dr. Anthony Curreri is absolutely fantastic! From the moment I walked in, I felt comfortable and well taken care of. He took the time to thoroughly explain every part of the eye exam in a way that was clear and easy to understand, which I really appreciated. What truly sets him apart is how personable and attentive he is—he genuinely listens and makes an effort to get to know you, not just treat you as another patient. I never felt rushed, and all of my questions were answered thoughtfully. Highly, highly recommend Dr. Curreri if you’re looking for expert care with a warm, patient-centered approach!”
Jeannine M.March 25, 2026
“Great doctor who asks the right questions and is extremely knowledgeable. I’ve been seeing him for at least 13 years and I’ve always felt he took good care of me and my vision. ”
Kassandra D.March 21, 2026

About Dr. Anthony Curreri

Full eye care services ranging from eyeglasses and contact lenses to LASIK, glaucoma management, and oculoplastics. Dr. Anthony Curreri earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1991. He has special expertise in two areas: Anterior Segment Surgery and Refractive Surgical Procedures. Dr. Curreri is affiliated with six hospitals, including St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital/St. Luke's Hospital Division and SVCMC St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan. He and his amazing staff look forward to meeting their new patients!

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Glaucoma surgery
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Cataract
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Glaucoma surgery
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant

Office location

Curreri Ophthalmology
161 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary

Board certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

  • Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1780758482

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.81
Wait time
4.13
Bedside manner
4.86
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I haven't had the surgery yet but the doctor was informative and didn't seem rushed, unlike some of his colleagues.
Dr Curreri is a Wonderful Doctor Always Knowledgeable and Professional. He really cares about his patients. Great Doctor!!!
Verified patient
Doctor is the best, a favorite of all my doctors. Office staff conducting eye exams should introduce themselves - by name.
Verified patient
Dr. Curreri is thorough, informative, and kind. The office staff were all helpful and efficient. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Dr Curreri is very professional, quick, and thorough. His staff is very efficient. The equipment is up-to-date.
Verified patient
Great, professional and experienced service . The doctors are great and I trust them completely.
Verified patient
Excellent doctor. Knew exactly what my issue was with my eye. I highly recommend him.
Verified patient
The Doctor was very through in explaining what was happening with my eyes and genuinely seemed to care.
Verified patient
Dr. Curreiri is a knowledgable profesional, very receptive. Likewise, his work team is excellent.
Verified patient
Friendly,explained well and answered all my questions.Excellent
Verified patient
The Staff is very friendly and professional. The office visit was wonderful.
Verified patient
Dr, Curreri was great! Nice, helpful, and gave me plenty of time.
I've been with Dr. Curreri for many years, including my parents. Excellent doctor/surgeon with great professional mannerism.
Verified patient
Dr. Curreri is friendly and patient. He answered questions and related well with his patients. Highly recommend!
Verified patient
I was very happy with my appointment. Dr. Curreri took the time to explain everything to me and I was happy with the results
Verified patient
Dr Currieri is always very clear on my progress. Always interested in my well-being. Great Doctor!.
Verified patient
Great experience. Thorough exam and recommendations. Very pleasant and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend Dr. Curreri.
Verified patient
Dr. Curreri always makes it a comfortable visit. Never feel rushed. He's the best of my "medical team" to be quite honest.
Verified patient
worked out fine. with such a long wait it would be nice to have wifi access. poor cell coverage on att in the waiting room.
Great experience. I had a 9 am appt, was seen before 9:30 and got a full explanation about my diagnosis. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
The doctor and his staff were friendly and approachable. The patient was seen right away and all concerns addressed.
Verified patient
Very pleased. Dr Curreri addressed all my questions and offered solutions to issues I was having. I felt taken care of.
Dr. Curreri was very helpful and so friendly. The staff was, too. Great experience — definitely recommend!
Verified patient
Office only takes cash or checks. Be warned! Otherwise the wait was about 15-20 mins and everything else was great.
I’ve always had a positive experience when visiting this doctor. Today, my wait time was shorter as well.
Verified patient
Very knowledgeable and able to communicate this knowledge clearly and concisely. Very empathetic and trustworthy.
Dr. Curreri deserves all of the excellent feedback he's gotten. He is very nice and has a calm, pleasant demeanor.
Professional staff, excellent Dr - cLear communicator, good listener, made me feel very comfortable
Doctor was professional and very friendly. Answered all questions we had. We will be back. Thanks Whites
Verified patient
Dr. Curreri is AMAZING. Go in with a clear cut problem, come out with a clear cut solution. Best Doc in the biz.
The doctor is very nice and knowledgeable. The office itself is pretty disorganized, but everyone was very nice.
It was for a follow up visit and went well, however, the wait time was too long since I did make an appointment.
He’s Awesome!!! Have been an extremely happy patient of Dr Curreri’s for years... Great Doctor & a great guy...
Verified patient
The medical experience was excellent. Caring and expert
Verified patient
Staff was great, attentive and very accommodating. Dr. Curreri was attentive and addressed all of my concerns.
Verified patient
Highly recommend this provider. Efficient, highly professional and knowledgeable.
spends very little time with you. there is a certain lack of confidence here. Office is dirty and cramped.
Wait time is long because he sees so many patients, but at the end of the day you've seen a great eye doctor.
Excellent! Have been a patient of Dr. Currieri for many years. Would highly recommend him!
I was very pleased by the care I received from Dr. Curreri and his wonderful staff. I highly recommend him.
Verified patient
I've been going to this doctor for over 15 years. Always feel like I'm in great hands.
Verified patient
Great provider who thoroughly listened and addressed my concerns.
Verified patient
Did not assess eye pressure or any other materially impactful issues with the eye. Just checked my vision.
Dr. Curreri is very friendly and to the point (in a good way) - the office is cramped and the wait is long.
Dr. Currier made me feel very comfortable. A professional, humble doctor. I will go back to see him again.
Verified patient
Professional and courteous staff. Doctor seemed very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommended.
Verified patient
I love Dr Currerri. He's the sweetest smartest ophthalmologist I know. I have my whole family seeing him
Verified patient
five star doctor...very detailed...the receptionists are the best I have experience in a very long time.
Verified patient
Great bedside manner. Dealt with my chalazion in a straightforward manner with very good communication.
Dr. Curreri was very thorough and highly knowledgeable doctor. Have scheduled a follow up appointment.
Verified patient
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Dr. Anthony Curreri is affiliated with The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

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Where is Dr. Anthony Curreri's office located?

Dr. Anthony Curreri's office is located at 161 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016.

Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Curreri have?

Dr. Anthony Curreri is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Anthony Curreri?

Dr. Anthony Curreri frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Anthony Curreri on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Anthony Curreri speak?

Dr. Anthony Curreri speaks English, Spanish, and Italian.

How do patients rate Dr. Anthony Curreri in reviews?

1361 patients have reviewed Dr. Anthony Curreri. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.81/5. They have a 4.86/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.13/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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