Overview
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile is Professor of Ophthalmology, Director of the posterior segment Ocular Trauma Service and a Surgeon Director at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, and practises at Gentile Retina in Manhattan and on Long Island.
He trained in ophthalmology at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and completed his retina fellowship at the Kresge Eye Institute. He developed the cystoid dehydration concept for treating macular holes with eye drops and received the American Society of Retina Specialists Senior Honor Award.
Dr. Gentile treats diabetic eye disease, retinal vascular disorders, macular disease, retinal detachment and eye trauma, and uses ultrasound and UBM imaging.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (212) 979-4120
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
Credentials
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Retina Specialists (Fellow)
- Macula Society
- New York Ophthalmological Society
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Education & Training
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Internship
Columbia University Medical Center
Internal medicine
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Residency
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Ophthalmology
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Fellowship
Kresge Eye Institute, Wayne State University
Retina and vitreous surgery
Awards
1 award received
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Senior Honor Award
American Society of Retina Specialists (2007)
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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New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Medical staff, New York, NY
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NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island
Medical staff, Mineola, NY
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ronald C. Gentile?
Call Gentile Retina at (212) 979-4120 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. Ronald C. Gentile?
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. Ronald C. Gentile specialize in?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile practices Vitreoretinal Surgery and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Macular degeneration, Diabetic eye disease, Retinal detachment repair and Retina clinical trials.
Where does Dr. Ronald C. Gentile practice?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile sees patients at Gentile Retina, 218 Second Avenue Suite 402 South, New York, NY 10003.
Is Dr. Ronald C. Gentile accepting new patients?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Ronald C. Gentile speak?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald C. Gentile affiliated with?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island.
Where did Dr. Ronald C. Gentile train?
Dr. Ronald C. Gentile completed residency at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
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