Dr. Brian P. Marr, MD
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Brian P. Marr is Director of the Ophthalmic Oncology Service at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia, and the John Wilson Espy, MD, Professor of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
He trained at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and Wills Eye Hospital, spent eight years on the Wills Ocular Oncology Service and nine years at Memorial Sloan Kettering from 2008, and joined Columbia in 2017, where he built one of the country’s few high-volume eye cancer centres. He has helped refine intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma and serves as chief editor of the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s oncology and pathology education network.
Dr. Marr treats uveal and conjunctival melanoma, retinoblastoma and other tumours of the eye and orbit, with access to clinical trials.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (212) 305-9535
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Uveal (choroidal) melanoma
- Retinoblastoma
- Choroidal nevus
- Conjunctival tumors
- Eyelid tumors
- Choroidal hemangioma
- Ocular lymphoma
Procedures Performed
- Plaque radiotherapy
- Intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma
- Transpupillary thermotherapy
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy
- Local tumor resection
- Cryotherapy
- Photodynamic therapy
Education & Training
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Residency
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Ophthalmology
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Fellowship
Wills Eye Hospital
Ocular oncology
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
ColumbiaDoctors Third Avenue, Ophthalmic Oncology
880 Third Avenue 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10022 Get directions
Hospital Affiliations
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NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Medical staff, New York, NY
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Brian P. Marr?
Call ColumbiaDoctors Third Avenue, Ophthalmic Oncology at (212) 305-9535 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. Brian P. Marr?
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. Brian P. Marr specialize in?
Dr. Brian P. Marr practices Ocular Oncology and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Uveal melanoma, Retinoblastoma, Eye and eyelid tumors and Conjunctival tumors.
Where does Dr. Brian P. Marr practice?
Dr. Brian P. Marr sees patients at ColumbiaDoctors Third Avenue, Ophthalmic Oncology, 880 Third Avenue 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10022.
What languages does Dr. Brian P. Marr speak?
Dr. Brian P. Marr speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brian P. Marr affiliated with?
Dr. Brian P. Marr is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Where did Dr. Brian P. Marr train?
Dr. Brian P. Marr completed residency at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
About This Profile
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Last updated
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