What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.68
Average wait time
4.42
Bedside manner
4.63
“Truly exceptional. You should come prepared to wait, but also should enjoy the experience of a doctor who genuinely listens to your concerns, offers options, explains why different eye issues can happen, etc.. I truly felt that Dr. Wilneff cares.”
Initials hiddenSeptember 23, 2026
“Highly recommend this office! The staff was welcoming and Dr. Wilneff was professional and knowledgeable.”
AMLess than 1 month ago
About Dr. Matthew Wilneff
Dr. Matthew Wilneff is an ophthalmologist dedicated to preserving and restoring vision through expert medical and surgical eye care. He sees patients at New York Laser Vision and Aesthetics in Staten Island, New York, and Brooklyn. NY.
Dr. Wilneff treats a wide range of eye conditions using advanced diagnostics and evidence-based procedures. He explains complex eye health issues in simpler terms to keep patients fully informed about their diagnoses and treatments.
Dr. Wilneff earned his medical degree from Florida Atlantic University and completed his ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
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Office locations
New York Laser Vision and Aesthetics (2 of 3)
2464 Coney Is Ave, 3rd Fl, Brooklyn, NY 11223
New York Laser Vision and Aesthetics (3 of 3)
105 Benton Ave, #1, Staten Island, NY 10305
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - Florida Atlantic University, Doctor of Medicine
- SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Residency in Ophthalmology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1346982741
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.68
Wait time
4.42
Bedside manner
4.63
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Highly recommend this office! The staff was welcoming and Dr. Wilneff was professional and knowledgeable.
Less than 1 month agoAM
The visit went well. I had good experience with the doctor. He was very nice and helpful.
Less than 1 month agoSK
Dr. Wilneff was really nice, good bed-side manner, good communicator, reasonable.
September 23, 2026Monica F.Verified patient
Doctor was very knowledgeable, took the time to explain my condition and treatment
Less than 1 month agoYP
Very nice Dr. he gave me new medication and I'm feeling better. Liked him lots!
Less than 1 month agoMS
Dr. W was AWESOME. Great bedside manner, crazy smart, great diagnostician.
September 18, 2026David N.Verified patient
Very efficient, explained the cataract surgery very well.
Less than 1 month agoMM
Truly exceptional. You should come prepared to wait, but also should enjoy the experience of a doctor who genuinely listens to your concerns, offers options, explains why different eye issues can happen, etc.. I truly felt that Dr. Wilneff cares.
September 23, 2026Initials hidden
I am very happy with the care I received from Dr. Wilneff. He is attentive respectful and thorough, I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great doctor.
Less than 1 month agoZZ
Dr. Wilneff is an excellent doctor. He is very professional, attentive and caring. I would definitely recommend him to others.
Less than 1 month agoYY
Good experience, nice office
Less than 1 month agoAZ
I had a great experience with dr. Wilneff. Very professional, attentive , and thorough. They took the time to explain everything clearly and made me feel comfortable.
Less than 1 month agoES
Great experience, definitely will come back.
Less than 1 month agoAD
My visit with Dr Wilneff was very pleasant and thorough. He addressed all of my concerns and was very informative. I highly recommend this doctor and practice.
Less than 1 month agoBJ
I had a 3:30pm appointment but the office was extremely backed up was seen more like around 5 by a different doctor because the one I booked with was busy.
September 9, 2026Carly T.Verified patient
My appointment was quick and easy. I felt very comfortable. The doctor was very nice, and it was easy and pleasant to talk to him.
Less than 1 month agoEK
I finally found a Dr. who can listen and understand how I feel. He treated my eyes issue and I'm feeling much better now. He's the best!
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Where is Dr. Matthew Wilneff's office located?
Dr. Matthew Wilneff has 3 office locations, including in Brooklyn, New York, and Staten Island, view full addresses on Dr. Wilneff's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Matthew Wilneff?
Dr. Matthew Wilneff frequently sees patients for Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Matthew Wilneff on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Matthew Wilneff speak?
Dr. Matthew Wilneff speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Matthew Wilneff in reviews?
25 patients have reviewed Dr. Matthew Wilneff. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.62/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.42/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.