What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
5.00
“The best clinic I went stuff super friendly and the doctor very excellent I wanna give him 10 star
Thanks so much”
Tamer E.March 8, 2022
“The office worked very efficiently and the doctor took time to make sure I understood everything and felt cared for.”
Brian P.January 16, 2022
About Dr. Nikola Ragusa
Nikola Ragusa, M.D. is a highly-experienced glaucoma expert and laser cataract surgeon.
Dr. Ragusa attended the prestigious seven year program at CUNY Medical school and graduated, top honors, Alpha Omega Alpha from the Downstate School of Medicine. He was Chief Resident at Northwell for his ophthalmology residency and Chief Glaucoma Fellow at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and actively teaches and guides doctors in training.
Dr. Ragusa is active in both academic and private practice settings. He is a microincisional glaucoma surgery (MIGS) specialist and has given lectures all over the United States. He provides comprehensive eye care and treatment options specifically tailored for his patients. He was one of the first doctors in the United States to offer Femto Laser Cataract Surgery, OMNI Canaloplasty, the Hydrus microstent, Synergy Multifocal Extended Depth of Focus Lens, amongst others.
He is dedicated to research and has published a number of papers. In addition he was a principal investigator on the phase 3 ARTEMIS Bimotoprost SR trial, iCare Home tonometer, and a sub-investigator on the Heidelberg Tomography Glaucoma Normative Database. He has over a decade of clinical experience and is one of the most experienced surgeons by volume in the New York Metro area.
Dr. Ragusa is passionate about improving the patient physician experience thorough the use of technology. He is a key opinion leader in the telemedicine space, where he routinely lectures and consults. He co-founded Pulse Telemedicine Technologies pulsett.com a company aimed at improving patient access to their provider. OCNY is one of the few practices in the US that offers real time remote vision testing through the Pulse One app.
In addition, at OCNY, he offers treatments for cataracts, macular degeneration, retinal disorders, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, corneal disorders, pediatric ophthalmology, uveitis, and dry eye syndromes.
Our practice provides comprehensive examinations for eyeglasses, contact lenses and laser cataract correction. Most insurances are accepted.
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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.
Cataract
Glaucoma surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Hypertensive retinopathy
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Cataract
Glaucoma surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2021
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Bosnian
- Croatian
- Serbian
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1568625192
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
5.00
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The office worked very efficiently and the doctor took time to make sure I understood everything and felt cared for.
January 16, 2022Brian P.Verified patient
The best clinic I went stuff super friendly and the doctor very excellent I wanna give him 10 star
Thanks so much
March 8, 2022Tamer E.Verified patient
The doctor took the time to explain to me how to take care of my eyes. He also found something I did not expect.
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January 19, 2022Hassane E.Verified patient
great experience would highly recommend.
January 6, 2022Amber S.Verified patient
Super friendly, bilingual staff. The doctor also helped me with a recurring issue by giving me a better description of my options and the risks associated with each than I've received from other doctors in the past. Great bedside manner, it was a pleasant experience!
December 9, 2021Swathi G.Verified patient
Friendly staff and great experience overall.
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Which hospital is Dr. Nikola Ragusa affiliated with?
Dr. Nikola Ragusa is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center - Moses Division Hospital.
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Where is Dr. Nikola Ragusa's office located?
Dr. Nikola Ragusa's office is located at 2104 30th Ave, Queens, NY 11102.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikola Ragusa have?
Dr. Nikola Ragusa is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nikola Ragusa?
Dr. Nikola Ragusa frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nikola Ragusa on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Nikola Ragusa speak?
Dr. Nikola Ragusa speaks English, Spanish, Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian.
How do patients rate Dr. Nikola Ragusa in reviews?
30 patients have reviewed Dr. Nikola Ragusa. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.