What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.15
Average wait time
3.15
Bedside manner
4.39
“I was seen almost immediately, i.e., short wait time. Reception staff and assistants all friendly, kind, professional. Large office kept clean (my appointment was at 4PM). Dr. Herschorn was professional and to the point. Thorough testing/examination by staff and Dr.
I will return for my annual check-up. I can surely recommend Dr. Herschorn and his office staff to friends and family. ”
Lynn D.July 16, 2023
“Great, funny, extremely nice and knowledgeable doctor! Staff were extremely nice as well! Highly recommend!”
Anthony I.July 11, 2023
About Dr. Brian Herschorn
Dr. Brian Herschorn is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship-training in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. He received both his undergraduate and his medical degrees from McGill University in Montreal. Following postgraduate medical training at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre of the University of Toronto, Dr. Brian Herschorn completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania. Fellowship training was completed at the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital, here in New York City. Dr. Herschorn became a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 1983 and has practiced ophthalmology in New York City since that time. Dr. Herschorn has almost 30 years of extensive experience on the forefront of cataract surgery and almost 10 years of experience providing LASIK and refractive surgery to the community. His unique skills in the fields of oculoplastic, orbital, lacrimal, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery have been an asset to Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge since 1985, when he began his affiliation. Dr. Brian Herschorn has published a number of scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals such as the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Herschorn has held teaching posts at the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital and, then, at the Mount Sinai Medical Center where he is affiliated. He is also on staff at the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of the Beth Israel Medical Center and through the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital at the Lenox Hill Hospital.
Dr. Brian Herschorn specializes in oculoplastic, orbital, lacrimal, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
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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.
Age-related macular degeneration
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Cataract
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Age-related macular degeneration
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Cataract
Office location
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 - McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
- University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Residency in Internal Medicine
- University of Pennsylvania, Scheie Eye Institute, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Ophthalmology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1578552550
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.15
Wait time
3.15
Bedside manner
4.39
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Great, funny, extremely nice and knowledgeable doctor! Staff were extremely nice as well! Highly recommend!
July 11, 2023Anthony I.Verified patient
Good however, the wait was nearly two hours from my appointment and the office pretty chaotic.
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I always feel comfortable visiting this office. Everybody is always concerned about your well being.
More than 1 year agoKS
I was very grateful that his staff accommodated me on such short notice. He was very professional
November 24, 2020John R.Verified patient
Overall good experience but the wait time was way too long
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February 17, 2026Singh S.Verified patient
When I produced the message from Zocdoc that I was fully registered, the staff informed me that they did not use Zocdoc. My weight was well over two hours to be seen.
December 5, 2023Initials hidden
Waited over two hours. How is that acceptable?
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My appointment was scheduled for 12:30. I received a call from their office 9:46. The appointment was rescheduled for 4:30 with another doctor. I arrived at 4:15. The office was quite crowded. At the time I was called in to see the doctor, I had just walked over to the check-in area to let them know that I was leaving. I stayed and saw the doctor at nearly 6 PM. Fortunately, the chairs in the office were comfortable.
The doctor was a quiet gentleman. He did not provide and as I am not good at communicating I did not ask, what the diagnosis was. I still do not know. I was supplied with a prescription. The actual time spent with the doctor was minimal. He asked an assistant to perform a test. I asked her why she was doing the test. She replied because he said so, providing no other explanation.
I suppose were I a more congenial, less introverted person I would have fared better. Also, being a morning person it had been a long day and I was tired, wanted to go home.
August 26, 2023Eileen O.Verified patient
I was seen almost immediately, i.e., short wait time. Reception staff and assistants all friendly, kind, professional. Large office kept clean (my appointment was at 4PM). Dr. Herschorn was professional and to the point. Thorough testing/examination by staff and Dr.
I will return for my annual check-up. I can surely recommend Dr. Herschorn and his office staff to friends and family.
July 16, 2023Lynn D.Verified patient
Lovely staff who sadly seem to be working for a bit of an oddball and unpleasant doctor. Wait times were very long. Got the treatment I needed though, so at least I feel like I was competently treated. Otherwise, not a great experience.
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The whole appointment took almost than 3 hours. The reception staff was unfriendly and the test technician was unfriend and unclear. I had to ask several times if I was to follow them to a testing machine. The doctor was nice but also scared me with some early readings and then later said that it was ok. I would not recommend.
December 27, 2022Naomi W.Verified patient
Doctor, staff and optical all friendly and professional. Dr. Herschorn was very knowledge with great bedside manner! Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoAlejandra T.Verified patient
The wait time was about 2 hours. When I finally saw the doctor, he didn’t have enough supply and told me to come back in two weeks so that he can order it. It was a totally waste of my time and money for copay.
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This doctor was amazing! I saw him last summer because of a Chalazion in my eye. He checked it out and referred me to the BEST doctor and I did a surgery to remove it. I’m so thankful that he was able to help me take care of this eye problem that I had for almost 2 years. His staff was great and he was very friendly.
July 15, 2021Koreena N.Verified patient
The doctor seemed to be attentive, knowledgeable, and very kind to the elderly patient. The office was a booby trap. Exposed cables, unsafe rugs, mats, and chairs for patients to sit. Little room to move around. Not an office for an elderly, handicap, or disabled person. They need a bigger office. The staff was a mixed bag, some nice and some completely unprofessional.
May 12, 2021John M.Verified patient
I have been to that facility before and found everyone to be pleasant and helpful. The Doctor was great and diagnosed my issue quickly.
March 9, 2021Patricia A.Verified patient
The doctor was very generous and he explained to me everything that I needed with patience.Being that this was my first visit, am pleased with my choice.
More than 1 year agoMichail C.Verified patient
I spent three hours in a crowded office.
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Great doctor n excellent staff
January 10, 2020Shaima O.Verified patient
Knowledgable and comprehensive
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Ameteur hour
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November 20, 2017Corinna Jeanine S.Verified patient
Doctor H. is a very good doctor. He also performed my cataract surgery. He is attentive, knowledgeable and easy to talk to with a very nice attitude. I do reccomend him to anyone that needs to see an eye specialist.
More than 1 year agoPiervito P.Verified patient
I was a new patient. The staff was very nice. The place was nice and clean. The doctor was very attentive and made an appointment for Mr to go see another specialist. He answered every questions. Very satisfied and I will go back.
September 2, 2016Piervito P.Verified patient
I went to get a second scanning on my eyes because the first results seamed to far out of range from my normal readings. This Dr didn't know what he was doing.
August 29, 2015Tamara W.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Brian Herschorn affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Herschorn is affiliated with The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
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Where is Dr. Brian Herschorn's office located?
Dr. Brian Herschorn's office is located at 8721 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Herschorn have?
Dr. Brian Herschorn is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Brian Herschorn?
Dr. Brian Herschorn frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Brian Herschorn on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Brian Herschorn speak?
Dr. Brian Herschorn speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Brian Herschorn in reviews?
97 patients have reviewed Dr. Brian Herschorn. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.15/5. They have a 4.39/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.15/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.