Dr. Richard Gotlib, MD
Ophthalmologist
659.5 mi · 580 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, NY 11704
At a glance
4.82 stars (39 reviews)
96% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 49 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, EyeMed, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Eye Surgeons & Physicians
2 office locations
4.82
39 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
4.1
Recent reviews
very knowledgeable put me at ease. I wish I've seen him sooner. He listens and cares about his patients. Wonderful bedside manner
February 27, 2017Kathleen P.Verified patient
They were very accommodating. Dr.Gotlib's assistant was wonderful. She went above and beyond her duties and was extremely helpful. The doctor's staff are very efficient.
January 28, 2017Marianne K.Verified patient
Office locations
1
1.
Eye Surgeons & Physicians
659.5 mi · 580 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, NY, 11704
2
2.
Eye Surgeons & Physicians
663.2 mi · 6080 Jericho Tpke, #102, Commack, NY, 11725
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
EyeMed
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Cataract
Glaucoma
Age-related macular degeneration
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Cataract
Glaucoma
More about Dr. Richard Gotlib, MD
Richard Gotlib is a hard-working and dedicated ophthalmologist in Commack, NY. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, City University of New York, where he also received a doctorate in philosophy from the Department of Human Genetics. After graduating, Dr. Gotlib continued his studies through a residency and a fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Dr. Gotlib runs a private practice and is also a surgical attending physician and clinical and surgical instructor at Nassau University Medical Center. His surgical specialties include Lasik surgery, refractive surgery,cataract surgery, eyelid surgery, and removal of foreign bodies. Patients visit Dr. Gotlib for glaucoma and general vision checkups as well as dry eye, flashers and floaters, macular degeneration, optic neuritis,diabetic exams, retinal detachment, and other eye problems.
Dr. Gotlib is a member of the New York State Ophthalmological Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
The Mount Sinai Hospital (Internship)
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Residency in Ophthalmology
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Fellowship in Glaucoma
Practice
Eye Surgeons & Physicians
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1386623338
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.82
Wait time
4.11
Bedside manner
4.71
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39 reviews
Most relevant
Everyone friendly, down to earth and, most importantly, professional. Would highly recommend.
April 15, 2017Erica D.Verified patient
Staff was very professional and wait time was short considering I'm a new patient
June 2, 2017Bernard E.Verified patient
He was very nice, explained things clearly. I will see him again next year.
December 2, 2016Jill C.Verified patient
Clean environment, nice staff. I would return & recommend friends & family.
More than 1 year agoKG
Very professional. I didn't wait long at all and everyone was very kind.
March 3, 2015Eunaude G.Verified patient
Great doctor but the appointment was less then 20 minutes. Felt rushed
August 28, 2014Jamie L.Verified patient
awesome visit was very great and professional including the staff
April 11, 2016Joedie L.Verified patient
Receptionist skipped me for someone else who came afterwards.
August 5, 2014Muhammad A.Verified patient
I was very satisfied. The office staff were wonderful?
September 21, 2016Barbara B.Verified patient
Very rushed and left the door open in the exam room
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
very knowledgeable put me at ease. I wish I've seen him sooner. He listens and cares about his patients. Wonderful bedside manner
February 27, 2017Kathleen P.Verified patient
They were very accommodating. Dr.Gotlib's assistant was wonderful. She went above and beyond her duties and was extremely helpful. The doctor's staff are very efficient.
January 28, 2017Marianne K.Verified patient
Fast and efficient
January 6, 2017Charity C.Verified patient
Excellent
July 20, 2016Garry S.Verified patient
Excellent, courteous, professional!
The front desk was exceptionally polite, rare now a days at a doctors office. The doctor was excellent and took time to explain everything thoroughly!
May 19, 2016Adrianna G.Verified patient
DR. Richard has the best professional approach with his patients and good in diagnlosing and giving the right treatment.
November 13, 2015Initials hidden
Love it
July 7, 2015Maria F.Verified patient
He was very professional
May 28, 2015Alicia B.Verified patient
To be honest, I thought I was just going to be treated like a low life, like the other Dr's do because I'm on P/A but I was amazed. Your establishment makes me want to NOW always take care of myself. Thank you so much for all of your hospitality, everyone was go great, (i even teared up when I left the office, somebody cared about me)
November 21, 2014Ramona D.Verified patient
It was ok, can't complaint. The wait was too long
August 25, 2014Vilma A.Verified patient
i will continue with him as my eye doctor
June 7, 2014Initials hidden
He was very thorough and very professional.
More than 1 year agoDZ
very nice doctor, professional staff.
More than 1 year agoFA
Very nice doctor, professional staff.
More than 1 year agoFA
June 1, 2017Kanwal K.Verified patient
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October 24, 2016Kusare C.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Richard Gotlib work with?
Dr. Richard Gotlib works with Eye Surgeons & Physicians.
Where is Dr. Richard Gotlib's office located?
Dr. Richard Gotlib has 2 office locations, including in West Babylon and Commack, view full addresses on Dr. Gotlib's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Gotlib have?
Dr. Richard Gotlib is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Gotlib?
Dr. Richard Gotlib frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, and Refractive Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Gotlib on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Richard Gotlib speak?
Dr. Richard Gotlib speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Richard Gotlib in reviews?
39 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Gotlib. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.82/5. They have a 4.71/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.11/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.