Dr. Benjamin Freilich, MD, FACS
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
617.6 mi · 15 Engle St, Suite 106, Englewood, NJ 07631
At a glance
3.70 stars (10 reviews)
74% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 15 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center
Works at Benjamin D. Freilich, MD, FACS
3.70
10 reviews
Bedside manner
3.8
Wait time
3.1
Recent reviews
Excellent. Thorough and professional. Good communication of results. Attentive to detail. Pleasant manner.
February 13, 2012SB
Very good. Reception people are very helpful, courteous and knowledgeable -- Doctor is very good in caring for the patient and takes very good time to consult and know him.
February 13, 2012SS
Office location
Benjamin D. Freilich, MD, FACS
617.6 mi · 15 Engle St, Suite 106, Englewood, NJ, 07631
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Retinal detachment
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Age-related macular degeneration
Glaucoma
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Retinal detachment
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
More about Dr. Benjamin Freilich, MD, FACS
WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST FOR A SAME-DAY APPOINTMENT. Dr. Freilich and his friendly office staff look forward to serving your eye care needs.
Benjamin D. Freilich, M.D., F.A.C.S., is board certified in ophthalmology and specialty-trained in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous.
His training includes a fellowship in retina surgery at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and The Schepens Eye Research Institute at Harvard Medical School.
He completed his residency in ophthalmology at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Freilich received his medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine in 1989 and a B.S. from the University of Chicago in 1985.
He served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Navy Reserves from 2000 – 2007.
He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and licensed in New York and New Jersey.
Dr. Freilich is Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine. His special interests include treatment and management of diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, retinal vascular occlusions, as well as other retinal and vitreous diseases.
Dr. Freilich is on staff at The Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan and Englewood Hospital and Medical Center in Englewood, NJ. Dr. Freilich is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Residency in Ophthalmology
Harvard University, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Fellowship in Retina Surgery
Practice
Benjamin D. Freilich, MD, FACS
Affiliation
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
The Mount Sinai Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Society of Retina Specialists
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American College of Surgeons
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Hebrew
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1831298488
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
3.70
Wait time
3.11
Bedside manner
3.78
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10 reviews
Most relevant
Excellent. Thorough and professional. Good communication of results. Attentive to detail. Pleasant manner.
February 13, 2012SB
Thorough and concerned but brusque. Deals with disease better than with patient.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Nice experience.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very good. Reception people are very helpful, courteous and knowledgeable -- Doctor is very good in caring for the patient and takes very good time to consult and know him.
February 13, 2012SS
October 1, 2013Lidia M.Verified patient
August 23, 2013Michael L.Verified patient
July 17, 2012Andres B.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
April 18, 2012Rosalina R.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin Freilich affiliated with?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich is affiliated with Englewood Hospital and Medical Center and The Mount Sinai Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Benjamin Freilich work with?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich works with Benjamin D. Freilich, MD, FACS.
Where is Dr. Benjamin Freilich's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich's office is located at 15 Engle St, Englewood, NJ 07631.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Freilich have?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Freilich?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, General Eye Follow Up, and Retina Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Freilich on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin Freilich speak?
Dr. Benjamin Freilich speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
How do patients rate Dr. Benjamin Freilich in reviews?
10 patients have reviewed Dr. Benjamin Freilich. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.7/5. They have a 3.78/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.11/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.