Dr. Harry Engel, MD

Dr. Harry Engel, MD

Ophthalmologist
947 49th St, Ste 1A, Brooklyn, NY
Dr. Harry Engel is an ophthalmologist at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He is the former Chief of Ophthalmology at Montefiore Medical Center and serves as a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Engel has extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of eye diseases and is dedicated to advancing patient care and ophthalmic education.
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About Dr. Harry Engel

Dr. Harry Engel is an ophthalmologist at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He is the former Chief of Ophthalmology at Montefiore Medical Center and serves as a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Engel has extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of eye diseases and is dedicated to advancing patient care and ophthalmic education.

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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.
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Glaucoma
Cataract
Age-related macular degeneration
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Glaucoma

Office location

Maimonides Ophthalmology
947 49th St, Ste 1A, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Maimonides Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

  • Medical School - New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Internship)
  • University of Michigan Medical School, Residency in Ophthalmology
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Fellowship in Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
  • Best Regional Hospitals, New York Metro - U.S. News (2025 - 2026)

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1982785317

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Which hospital is Dr. Harry Engel affiliated with?

Dr. Harry Engel is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center.

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Where is Dr. Harry Engel's office located?

Dr. Harry Engel's office is located at 947 49th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219.

Which board certifications does Dr. Harry Engel have?

Dr. Harry Engel is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Harry Engel?

Dr. Harry Engel frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Harry Engel on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Harry Engel speak?

Dr. Harry Engel speaks English.

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