Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi, MD

Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi, MD

Ophthalmologist
950 3rd Ave, 3rd Fl, New York, NY
*Please note that eye dilations are required for some visits before seeing the provider and may take up to 1 hour.* Dr. Yannuzzi is the founder of VRMNY retina centers in New York, as well as vice-chairman and director of the LuEsther T. Mertz Retinal Research Center at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. He is also founder and president of The Macula Foundation, Inc., which has distributed several million dollars to eye research across the country. Dr. Yannuzzi earned his Bachelor's degree from Harvard College and completed further ophthalmology training at Colby College. He received his Doctor of Medicine from Boston University and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. He has made numerous innovative and lasting contributions in imaging, drug development, and therapeutic modalities. He was the first to use oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication for the treatment of cystoid macular edema and developed an eye drop to treat this condition. He has described new diseases as well as new associations and manifestations of established entities and photosensitization. Dr. Yannuzzi has published over 400 scientific papers and 13 books, earning him respect and admiration in the ophthalmic-retinal community and among retina specialists internationally. He is well recognized as a devoted and excellent educator, a superb clinical diagnostician, and a prolific organizer of retinal meetings worldwide.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.87

Average wait time

3.50

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi

*Please note that eye dilations are required for some visits before seeing the provider and may take up to 1 hour.* Dr. Yannuzzi is the founder of VRMNY retina centers in New York, as well as vice-chairman and director of the LuEsther T. Mertz Retinal Research Center at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. He is also founder and president of The Macula Foundation, Inc., which has distributed several million dollars to eye research across the country. Dr. Yannuzzi earned his Bachelor's degree from Harvard College and completed further ophthalmology training at Colby College. He received his Doctor of Medicine from Boston University and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital. He has made numerous innovative and lasting contributions in imaging, drug development, and therapeutic modalities. He was the first to use oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication for the treatment of cystoid macular edema and developed an eye drop to treat this condition. He has described new diseases as well as new associations and manifestations of established entities and photosensitization. Dr. Yannuzzi has published over 400 scientific papers and 13 books, earning him respect and admiration in the ophthalmic-retinal community and among retina specialists internationally. He is well recognized as a devoted and excellent educator, a superb clinical diagnostician, and a prolific organizer of retinal meetings worldwide.

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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
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Age-related macular degeneration
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)

Office location

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York
950 3rd Ave, 3rd Fl, New York, NY 10022

Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Boston University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
  • Harvard College (Bachelor's)
  • Colby College (Ophthalmology)

Professional memberships

  • American Medical Association
  • New York State Ophthalmological Society
  • New York County Medical Society

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
  • Juvenile Macular Degeneration – NIH Principal Investigator
  • Krypton-Argon Retinopathy Neovascularization Study – NIH Investigator
  • Eye Disease Case Control Study – NIH Principal Investigator

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1083645154

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.87
Wait time
3.50
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi's office is located at 950 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022.

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Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

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

What languages does Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi speak?

Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi in reviews?

15 patients have reviewed Dr. Lawrence Yannuzzi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.87/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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