Not accepting new patients
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico, MD
- Speaks
- English
1305 York Avenue 11th Floor, New York, NY 10021
Overview
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico is Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he holds the John Milton McLean Professorship, and Ophthalmologist-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He has led the department since 2006.
A vitreoretinal surgeon, he has long experience with complex retinal detachment, macular surgery and vitreoretinal surgery combined with corneal procedures such as the Boston keratoprosthesis, and has published widely on retinal surgery.
Patients see Dr. D’Amico for retinal detachment, macular holes and membranes, diabetic eye disease and other complex vitreoretinal conditions.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Wet and dry age-related macular degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema
- Retinal detachment
- Retinal vein occlusion
- Macular hole and epiretinal membrane
- Vitreous hemorrhage
- Endophthalmitis
Procedures Performed
- Intravitreal anti-VEGF injections
- Pars plana vitrectomy
- Scleral buckle surgery
- Pneumatic retinopexy
- Retinal laser photocoagulation
- Macular membrane peeling
- Clinical trial therapies
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
Medical staff, New York, NY
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Weill Cornell Medicine
Teaching faculty, New York, NY
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Donald J. D'Amico?
Contact Weill Cornell Medicine Ophthalmology directly to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Donald J. D'Amico?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Donald J. D’Amico specialize in?
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico practices Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery. Focus areas include Macular degeneration, Diabetic eye disease, Retinal detachment repair and Retina clinical trials.
Where does Dr. Donald J. D’Amico practice?
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico sees patients at Weill Cornell Medicine Ophthalmology, 1305 York Avenue 11th Floor, New York, NY 10021.
Is Dr. Donald J. D’Amico accepting new patients?
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Donald J. D’Amico speak?
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donald J. D’Amico affiliated with?
Dr. Donald J. D’Amico is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medicine.
About This Profile
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