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Dr. K. Bailey Freund, MD

Dr. K. Bailey Freund, MD

Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
*Please note that eye dilations are required for some visits before seeing the provider and may take up to 1 hour.* K. Bailey Freund, MD specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with all retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular and inflammatory diseases. He is an expert in difficult-to-diagnose and rare conditions. He has been at the forefront of pivotal national clinical trials as a principal investigator for treatments for retinal conditions, providing his patients access to the latest solutions and remedies utilizing the most state of the art diagnostic and retinal imaging technologies. Dr. Freund is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University School of Medicine. He is an attending surgeon at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Freund is internationally recognized in his field and is a member of the Retina Society, Macula Society, and the American Society of Retina Specialists. He is a founding member and trustee of the International Retinal Imaging Society (IntRIS). Dr. Freund is on the Editorial Board of the journal Retina and is an Associate Editor for Retinal Cases & Brief Reports. He has authored over 400 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and has written numerous book chapters. He has received numerous awards including the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the Macula Society and Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Freund graduated from Williams College and the New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training in general ophthalmology and fellowship in medical and surgical retina at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He was born and raised in Manhattan and continues to reside here with his wife and his two children.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. K. Bailey Freund

*Please note that eye dilations are required for some visits before seeing the provider and may take up to 1 hour.* K. Bailey Freund, MD specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with all retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular and inflammatory diseases. He is an expert in difficult-to-diagnose and rare conditions. He has been at the forefront of pivotal national clinical trials as a principal investigator for treatments for retinal conditions, providing his patients access to the latest solutions and remedies utilizing the most state of the art diagnostic and retinal imaging technologies. Dr. Freund is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University School of Medicine. He is an attending surgeon at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Freund is internationally recognized in his field and is a member of the Retina Society, Macula Society, and the American Society of Retina Specialists. He is a founding member and trustee of the International Retinal Imaging Society (IntRIS). Dr. Freund is on the Editorial Board of the journal Retina and is an Associate Editor for Retinal Cases & Brief Reports. He has authored over 400 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and has written numerous book chapters. He has received numerous awards including the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the Macula Society and Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Freund graduated from Williams College and the New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training in general ophthalmology and fellowship in medical and surgical retina at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He was born and raised in Manhattan and continues to reside here with his wife and his two children.

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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.
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Retinal detachment
Glaucoma
Age-related macular degeneration
Visual impairment and blindness
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Retinal detachment
Glaucoma

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

  • Medical School - New York University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
  • Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
  • Williams College (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • The Macula Society
  • The Retina Society

Awards and publications

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award
  • American Society of Retina Specialists Honor Award
  • American Society of Retina Specialists Senior Honor Award

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1457455636

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Could not have asked for a better doctor or the center and the staff. Simply the best.
Very little waiting. General facliy of expertise courteous & intelligence.
So thorough! So quick, so good!
Excellent
It was great
Excellent
Very prompt, professional & caring
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Which board certifications does Dr. K. Bailey Freund have?

Dr. K. Bailey Freund is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. K. Bailey Freund?

Dr. K. Bailey Freund frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. K. Bailey Freund on their profile.

What languages does Dr. K. Bailey Freund speak?

Dr. K. Bailey Freund speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. K. Bailey Freund in reviews?

33 patients have reviewed Dr. K. Bailey Freund. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. 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.

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