What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.86
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Giovinazzo is very professional and calming. I call him the miracle worker. The injections are practically painless for macular degeneration. I'm so glad I found him. I give him 110% recommendation!”
LLMore than 1 year ago
“Dr. Giovinazzo is a physician of superior competence, gifted with uncommon compassion and bedside manners. He knows how to inspire confidence and dedicates the necessary time and frankly much more to clear the way from the anxiety that any patitient affected by retina disorders may have. This is all the more comforting and it has been my personal experience as his patient. Dr. Giovinazzo carries the rare virtue of being a great physician.”
Bruno M.September 3, 2019
About Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo
Jerome V. Giovinazzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and practices surgical and medical ophthalmology. He earned a bachelor's degree from Amherst College and received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. Additionally, he completed a residency in ophthalmology and a fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Dr. Giovinazzo grew up on Staten Island and is dedicated to providing state of the art ophthalmic care to the community. He is well versed in the surgical treatment of vitreo-retinal diseases, dislocated intraocular lenses, complex cataracts, and the medical management of retinal disease. His interests include endophthalmitis treatment, retinal pathology, physician wellness, and ophthalmic workplace efficiency. He works in association with The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and Staten Island University Hospital at different locations.
Dr. Giovinazzo's fluency in English and medical Spanish helps him attend to patients from various cultural backgrounds. He takes a genuine interest in researching and educating himself on various new advancements in ophthalmology so that his patients get the best and the most advanced treatment possible. He has won numerous research awards at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and published multiple peer reviewed academic papers. He is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
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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 surgery
Hypertensive retinopathy
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Age-related macular degeneration
Retinal detachment
Cataract
Glaucoma surgery
Hypertensive retinopathy
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Age-related macular degeneration
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
- Staten Island University Hospital - North Site
- Staten Island University Hospital - South Site
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - New York University, Doctor of Medicine
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Residency in Ophthalmology
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
Professional memberships
- American Society of Retina Specialists
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Awards and publications
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary Research Award 2019
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary Research Award 2018
- The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary Research Award 2017
- The Manstein Award, Amherst College 2009
- A Young Girl With Bilateral Atypical Epiretinal Membranes. Giovinazzo, J. V.,Rosen, R.,Gupta, M. JAMA Ophthalmol 2019 Mar 08
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1871931121
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.86
Bedside manner
5.00
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7 reviews
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Wonderful. Very accommodatin, caring, knowledgable. Everything is wonderful.
More than 1 year agoCM
Very clean and organized office. Dr is very knowledgeable and thorough.
September 18, 2019Initials hidden
I GOT GOOD FAST CARE FOR MY EYES; THANK YOU ROBERT DOLCIMASCOLA.
January 29, 2021Robert D.Verified patient
Dr. Giovinazzo is very professional and calming. I call him the miracle worker. The injections are practically painless for macular degeneration. I'm so glad I found him. I give him 110% recommendation!
More than 1 year agoLL
Good experience.
More than 1 year agoGK
Dr. Giovinazzo is a physician of superior competence, gifted with uncommon compassion and bedside manners. He knows how to inspire confidence and dedicates the necessary time and frankly much more to clear the way from the anxiety that any patitient affected by retina disorders may have. This is all the more comforting and it has been my personal experience as his patient. Dr. Giovinazzo carries the rare virtue of being a great physician.
September 3, 2019Bruno M.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoFP
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Which hospital is Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo affiliated with?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo is affiliated with The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Staten Island University Hospital - North Site, and Staten Island University Hospital - South Site.
What practice does Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo work with?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo works with Jerome V. Giovinazzo.
Where is Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo's office located?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo's office is located at 242 Mason Ave, Staten Island, NY 10305.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo have?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo speak?
Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Jerome V. Giovinazzo. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.86/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.