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Overall rating
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Average wait time
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Bedside manner
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About Dr. Jason Slakter
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Jason S. Slakter, M.D. is a board certified retinal and macular disease specialist, Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University School of Medicine, and partner at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York.
Dr. Slakter is a native of Los Angeles, California. He graduated from Pomona College in 1979 and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa fraternity and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1983 and was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha fraternity. He completed residency training in ophthalmology at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital in 1987 and a year of fellowship training in medical and surgical retinal diseases also at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital in New York.
Dr. Slakter was Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University from 1996 to 2001. He joined the Department of Ophthalmology at New York University School of Medicine in New York as a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology in 2001.
Dr. Slakter’s principal clinical and research interests are in the areas of macular disease, management of exudative age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease, and central serous chorioretinopathy.
He created and is the director of the Digital Angiography Reading Center (DARC), which is one of the largest centers for image evaluation for clinical trials of posterior segment disease with over 900 certified clinical sites in over 44 countries worldwide, serving as a key resource for industry-sponsored studies of new treatments for retinal disorders.
Dr. Slakter is a member of numerous medical organizations including the American Ophthalmological Society, Retina Society, Macula Society, American Society of Retina Specialists, New York Ophthalmological Society and the Manhattan Ophthalmology Society.
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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.
Glaucoma
Age-related macular degeneration
Retinal detachment
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Cataract
Visual impairment and blindness
Glaucoma
Age-related macular degeneration
Retinal detachment
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Doctor of Medicine
- Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery and Macular Diseases
- Pomona College (Bachelor's)
- Nassau University Medical Center, Winthrop-University Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
- New York State Ophthalmological Society
- Retina Society
- Foundation Fighting Blindness
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Honor Award
- The Macular Society Richard & Hinda Rosenthal Award
- Manhattan League of Helen Keller Services for the Blind Recognition Award
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1275562084
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
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Bedside manner
5.00
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It was great. Dr. Slakter has the best bedside manner besides being a fantastic DR!
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Great doctor!
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Where is Dr. Jason Slakter's office located?
Dr. Jason Slakter's office is located at 950 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Slakter have?
Dr. Jason Slakter is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jason Slakter?
Dr. Jason Slakter frequently sees patients for Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retina Consultation, and Retinal Detachment. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jason Slakter on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Jason Slakter speak?
Dr. Jason Slakter speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Jason Slakter in reviews?
26 patients have reviewed Dr. Jason Slakter. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.