What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.82
Average wait time
4.67
Bedside manner
4.84
“Dr. Jacob Nachum was fantastic! He truly knows what he’s doing and helped me get the perfect prescription for my glasses. I highly recommend him”
Liliana A.March 19, 2026
“Friendly staff and welcoming they make you feel at home. Everything is done on time no delays and clear communication.”
Initials hiddenJanuary 27, 2026
About Dr. Jacob Nachum
Since 1994, Dr. Jacob Nachum has been giving the gift of vision to Manhattan, combining his love for New York City and its people with unparalleled expertise in his field. A graduate of the State University of New York, where he earned his Doctor of Optometry in 1983, Dr. Nachum further honed his skills through a residency in Ocular Disease and Contact Lenses at the Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System. He works in concert with his caring staff of expert visual and medical assistants to reveal new worlds of sight to his clients—from simple eye exams to co-managing pre- and post-op refractive laser patients with some of the best refractive surgeons in the New York area.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
- Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System, Residency in Ocular Disease and Contact Lenses
Awards and publications
- New England Journal of Optometry, Volume 35, #7
- T.M.O.D. Certification
- V.A. Certification
- Bauch and Lomb Contact Lens Award
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1124107685
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.82
Wait time
4.67
Bedside manner
4.84
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Friendly staff and welcoming they make you feel at home. Everything is done on time no delays and clear communication.
January 27, 2026Initials hidden
Dr. Nocham was extremely kind and explained everything he was doing clearly. Easy but thorough appointment!
September 5, 2025Jessica P.Verified patient
Great staff and a great doctor. Very organized and helpful when I needed to pick out my glasses.
September 30, 2025Anthony I.Verified patient
Professional, patiently listen to his patient. Good bedside manner. Overall excellent optometrist.
September 4, 2025Anita C.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum is knowledgeable and takes his time with you personally. He is also patient and has exemplary beside manner.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Nachum is thorough, attentive and thoughtful in his explanation. He addressed my issue effectively!
May 20, 2025Malavika R.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum is very pleasant and knowledge. I have been a patient for over 25 years. I am obviously pleased.
December 10, 2024Jeffrey R.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum and his staff were wonderful! My annual check up took about 30 minutes and all of my questions were answered.
February 7, 2024Initials hidden
Dr. Nachum is a great doctor, and his office staff is super efficient. I didn't even wait 30 seconds to be seen.
July 27, 2024Gina B.Verified patient
Dr Nachum is friendly and highly recommended. Very knowledgeable as well.
Less than 6 months agoIrene L.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum is the best. He’s professional, caring and thorough. His staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
December 18, 2023Brooke L.Verified patient
Excellent experience! Doctor and his staff were extremely professional and friendly and exhibited great customer skills.
More than 1 year agoCarmine G.Verified patient
Dr Nachum has been my optometrist for more than 25 years. He is fantastic and I highly recommend him.
October 17, 2024Richard D.Verified patient
Very minimal wait time which is a plus. The staff was friendly and Dr. Nachum was very thorough and detailed.
December 13, 2023Elizabeth P.Verified patient
A very professional and calm front office, clean & quiet exam rooms, very modern equipment. We've been patients for 6 years.
February 19, 2014Initials hidden
Doctor was very thorough, great experience overall. Front desk was a bit all over the place but they were friendly.
April 18, 2023Initials hidden
Full of energy. Explained every question to me and explained everything he was looking at to me as well. Highly recommend.
February 18, 2021Initials hidden
The Nachum team is a superbly professional group! Dr. Nachum and all his staff members treat you with respect and dignity.
More than 1 year agoOtilio T.Verified patient
Great experience — warm welcome, easy insurance updates, a kind and efficient conversation with Dr. Nachum. Thank you!
May 6, 2022Melissa G.Verified patient
Dr. Jacob is very professional, kind and he explained all my questions patiently, and the office staffs are very friendly!
December 10, 2020Sue H.Verified patient
Very friendly staff and Dr. Nachum was very patient and thorough with his examination. Very good experience overall.
December 13, 2022Srijan B.Verified patient
We've been seeing Dr Nachum for a few years now. Always professional and thorough. We keep coming back, that says it all :)
June 19, 2014Initials hidden
I have been a patient of Dr. Nachum for many years. He and his staff never disappoint! I highly recommend him!!!!!
March 14, 2023Janet C.Verified patient
Professional, courteous, qualified doctor and staff. Book your appointment ASAP. You won't regret it!
June 18, 2024Mary A.Verified patient
My second time visiting Dr Nachum - he was very thorough and addressed all my concerns, and is super nice!
January 30, 2024Amy L.Verified patient
Everything was quick and easy. Was quickly able to go through the standard eye checkup and purchase new contacts.
January 6, 2023Initials hidden
I was seen on time, Dr. Nachum was professional, walked me through my eye exam results in detail, definitely recommend.
May 10, 2021Abhishek S.Verified patient
Dr Nachum was very thorough and pleasant. I highly recommend him.
October 30, 2025Jill Z.Verified patient
Dr Nachum is very personable and takes time to explain any vision issues necessary. Friendly and easy to talk to
December 7, 2022Jeffrey R.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum is an incredible optometrist who delivers top quality service each and every appointment. Highly recommend!
May 14, 2019Daniel D.Verified patient
My visit was great - almost no wait time and Dr. Nachum was very helpful, explaining all necessary exams for my visit.
June 6, 2020Athena P.Verified patient
I found my new eye doctor. He was professional, thorough and listened. Office staff was very friendly.
September 27, 2023Debra G.Verified patient
I've worked with Dr. Nachum for about 15 years. He's an amazing and caring doctor and I recommend him wholeheartedly!
September 12, 2018Gary P.Verified patient
Great office. Friendly doctor and Friendly staff. Doctor was thorough and to the point. Also asked questions.
October 4, 2022Anthony I.Verified patient
Great team. Love Dr. Nachum, Jessica, Yvette. They're on top of everything - efficient, friendly, insightful.
November 8, 2022Dominic T.Verified patient
Very experienced, polite and capable eye doctor. Knowledgeable and clearly explains the results of the examination.
November 24, 2016Trent S.Verified patient
Lovely demeanor - really excellent doc. Highly recommend.
October 28, 2025Initials hidden
The office staff was very welcoming and Dr. Nachum was very helpful. I would highly recommend.
March 26, 2024Fiza F.Verified patient
He came highly recommended by a friend, he was a pleasure to deal with, and he was very professional and capable.
April 29, 2016Harold S.Verified patient
Dr. Nachum is great. He takes the time to answer all of your questions and shows genuine concern for any issues.
December 5, 2014Initials hidden
Very professional and welcoming staff. Dr. Nachum is thorough and friendly. Overall, a great experience.
March 14, 2023Nicholas M.Verified patient
Dr. Was very engaging and responsive to my questions and needs.
September 2, 2025Joseph M.Verified patient
Friendly doctor and staff. The office was clean and the wait time wasn't long at all. A great experience.
December 29, 2022Amanda S.Verified patient
Great appointment. Efficient and in-and-out. They're really helpful and knowledgable at the front desk as well.
July 28, 2018Initials hidden
Answered all my questions. Took time in identifying the issue, gave great suggestions and solutions to follow.
More than 1 year agoJonathan N.Verified patient
Thorough and knowledgeable doctor with excellent bedside manner.
August 13, 2025Ellen C.Verified patient
Very thorough. Checked everything and gave suggestions for contact perscriptions that helped with aging vision.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Professional, great bedside manner, seemed genuinely concerned about my eyes and the way that I cared for them.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I have been to Dr. Nachum for many years and I really trust him. He is very knowledgeable and professional.
June 3, 2021Frances W.Verified patient
First time checking my eyes in NYC and it was a pleasant experience. Would recommend
September 25, 2024Initials hidden
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What practice does Dr. Jacob Nachum work with?
Dr. Jacob Nachum works with Jacob Nachum OD, PC.
Where is Dr. Jacob Nachum's office located?
Dr. Jacob Nachum's office is located at 26 Broadway, New York, NY 10004.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jacob Nachum?
Dr. Jacob Nachum frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jacob Nachum on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Jacob Nachum speak?
Dr. Jacob Nachum speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Jacob Nachum in reviews?
1578 patients have reviewed Dr. Jacob Nachum. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.82/5. They have a 4.84/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.