What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
3.98
Bedside manner
4.96
“Dr. Barbazetto was the best ! Very friendly, through , and explained everything. It is rare to find such combination of compassion, personality, and excellence. Highly recommended ! Wunderbar !!”
Bryant P.March 6, 2026
“Dr. Barbazeto is excellent, takes her time, and explains everything patiently.
The wait at the office is worth every aspect of the visit. Highly recommend!
The entire staff is just awesome!”
Arlene W.November 11, 2025
About Dr. Irene Barbazetto
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Irene A. Barbazetto, M.D. is a vitreoretinal surgeon and macular disease specialist board certified in the United States and Europe. She is an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease, retinal vein occlusion, hereditary retinal disease, and diabetes.
The author of more than 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, she serves on the Editorial Board of the prestigious journal Graefe’s Archive of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. Dr. Barbazetto is the recipient of the 2009 Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Her patients voted her as one of the best retina doctors, America’s “Most Compassionate Physicians,” and she received the “Patient’s Choice Award” in 2010. Her academic affiliations include Columbia University, NYU, and Manhattan Eye and Ear Hospital.
A graduate of Hamburg University, Germany, Dr. Barbazetto’s doctoral thesis investigated a newly developed vision-screening test (H-Test) for pre-school children and was awarded cum laude. She completed her ophthalmology residency in Lübeck, Germany, where she participated in the development of photodynamic therapy for the treatment of macular degeneration.
In 2000, she came to New York for a research fellowship with Dr. Stanley Chang at Columbia University, focusing on the role of oxygen in the development of cataract after vitreoretinal surgery. She completed an internship in general surgery at the Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan and an ophthalmology residency at Columbia University. She was awarded a medical and surgical vitreoretinal fellowship at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital and Columbia University.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Barbazetto serves as an investigator on several national and international medical trials.
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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
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Glaucoma
Retinal detachment
Age-related macular degeneration
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Office locations
Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York (1 of 3)
902 Quentin Rd, Ste 601, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York (2 of 3)
950 3rd Ave, 3rd Fl, New York, NY 10022
Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York (3 of 3)
244 Westchester Ave, # 407, White Plains, NY 10604
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - Universität Hamburg Medizinische Fakultät
- Columbia University, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Lenox Hill Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
- University of Lübeck, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Columbia University, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
- Columbia University, Fellowship in Ophthalmology and Retina Research
- Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Retina
Professional memberships
- German Ophthalmological Society
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Awards and publications
- Graefe’s Archive of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology
- Case Reports in Ophthalmological Medicine
- British Journal of Ophthalmology
Languages spoken
- English
- German
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1881894566
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
3.98
Bedside manner
4.96
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I was very impressed. Office runs like clockwork. Doctor was very thorough and gave me good advice
January 5, 2026Marlene W.Verified patient
Good experience. I little hard to understand what Dr was saying bc of accent and lie talker. I wear a hearing aid.
June 14, 2025Merris R.Verified patient
Terrific. Best doctor I ever went to. Terrific staff and nurses.
May 28, 2025Joel L.Verified patient
Good dr she is the best take her time explain everything very nice
May 17, 2022Ana B.Verified patient
The office had a long wait time but was very thorough
February 9, 2023Wanying C.Verified patient
Dr. Barbazetto was the best ! Very friendly, through , and explained everything. It is rare to find such combination of compassion, personality, and excellence. Highly recommended ! Wunderbar !!
March 6, 2026Bryant P.Verified patient
Dr. Barbazeto is excellent, takes her time, and explains everything patiently.
The wait at the office is worth every aspect of the visit. Highly recommend!
The entire staff is just awesome!
November 11, 2025Arlene W.Verified patient
I was very happy with my experience at Dr Barbazeto’s office. She was thorough and explained what she saw clearly. She also gave me clear, well thought out recommendations on treatment and for follow up care.
February 5, 2023Alex V.Verified patient
Dr. Irene A. Barbazetto and her Staff Viviana was excellent. I would definitely recommend anyone that is looking for a diabetic doctor to book an appointment. You will be in excellent care.
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Dr. B was great, very thorough and knowledgeable and took her time. Fantastic bedside manner. Worth the wait and the 2 sets of checks/scans/pictures before seeing her
May 18, 2022Hanna G.Verified patient
Dr Barzetto is fantastic knowledgeable professional great friendly personality and a great dr in this field just super great experience staff friendly highly recommend
April 29, 2022Jeffrey C.Verified patient
Loved it! Thank you.
More than 1 year agoJB
We love our doctor! She's so thorough, compassionate and really speaks to us to inform and educate. We couldn't be more pleased with all the interactions with her kind, patient, staff and their skills. Our doctor and her staff are greatly helpful. We are most appreciative to have their care.
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Excellent as usual
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The best experience a patient can have in a doctors office. I always look forward to the visits and seeing the staff. Many thanks to everyone!! Dr. Barbazetto is kind, caring & my guardian angel!!
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Very good, excellent
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Great! Moved quickly, efficiently, excellent attention & care. Dr. Barbazetto is a wonderful, caring, and very thorough doctor- the best!
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Excellent as usual
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Which board certifications does Dr. Irene Barbazetto have?
Dr. Irene Barbazetto is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
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Dr. Irene Barbazetto frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Irene Barbazetto on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Irene Barbazetto speak?
Dr. Irene Barbazetto speaks English and German.
How do patients rate Dr. Irene Barbazetto in reviews?
51 patients have reviewed Dr. Irene Barbazetto. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.98/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.