Not accepting new patients
Dr. James D. Auran, MD
- Awards
- 2
- Speaks
- English
622 West 168th Street Vanderbilt Clinic, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10032
Overview
Dr. James D. Auran is Professor of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and an associate director of the Columbia ophthalmology residency program. He was Chief of Ophthalmology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem from 2016 to 2022.
He graduated with honors from Harvard College. His awards include the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, the Columbia resident teaching award for advanced cataract surgery and the Philip Knapp Memorial Teaching Award, and he has authored more than 30 papers.
Dr. Auran’s clinical interests are comprehensive ophthalmology, eye trauma, cataract surgery, lens implant complications, dry eye and blepharitis.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (212) 305-9535
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Cataracts
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness and farsightedness
- Presbyopia
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Dislocated intraocular lens
Procedures Performed
- Cataract surgery (phacoemulsification)
- Toric, multifocal and extended depth of focus lens implants
- Laser-assisted cataract surgery
- LASIK
- PRK
- Refractive lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
- Intraocular lens exchange
Credentials
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Education & Training
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Other Degree
Harvard College
BA with honors
Awards
2 awards received
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Achievement Award
American Academy of Ophthalmology (2004)
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Philip Knapp Memorial Teaching Award
Columbia Ophthalmology (2018)
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
Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute, Columbia
622 West 168th Street Vanderbilt Clinic, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 10032 Get directions
Hospital Affiliations
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NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Medical staff, New York, NY
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem
Medical staff, New York, NY
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. James D. Auran?
Call Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute, Columbia 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. James D. Auran?
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. James D. Auran specialize in?
Dr. James D. Auran practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Refractive cataract surgery, Premium and toric lens implants, Laser vision correction and Astigmatism correction.
Where does Dr. James D. Auran practice?
Dr. James D. Auran sees patients at Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute, Columbia, 622 West 168th Street Vanderbilt Clinic, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10032.
Is Dr. James D. Auran accepting new patients?
Dr. James D. Auran is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. James D. Auran speak?
Dr. James D. Auran speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James D. Auran affiliated with?
Dr. James D. Auran is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem.
About This Profile
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