Not accepting new patients
Dr. Richard S. Koplin, MD
- Speaks
- English
310 East 14th Street, New York, NY 10003
Overview
Dr. Richard S. Koplin is a cornea and cataract surgeon at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
In 1982 he was part of the NYEE team that invented corneal topography and built the first corneal mapper, a technology now central to refractive and cataract surgery. In 2018 he led the successful campaign for a posthumous medical diploma for Dr. David McDonogh, NYEE’s pioneering 19th-century Black eye and ear specialist.
Patients see Dr. Koplin for cataract surgery and corneal disease, including corneal transplants.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
- Keratoconus
- Corneal scars and corneal edema
- Infectious keratitis
- Pterygium
- Dry eye disease
- Ocular surface disease
Procedures Performed
- DMEK endothelial keratoplasty
- DSAEK endothelial keratoplasty
- Full thickness corneal transplant (penetrating keratoplasty)
- Corneal cross-linking
- Pterygium removal with tissue graft
- Cataract surgery
- Superficial keratectomy
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
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
310 East 14th StreetNew York, NY 10003 Get directions
Hospital Affiliations
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New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Medical staff, New York, NY
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Richard S. Koplin?
Contact New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai 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. Richard S. Koplin?
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. Richard S. Koplin specialize in?
Dr. Richard S. Koplin practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Cornea & External Disease and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Corneal transplantation, Keratoconus care, Complex cataract surgery and Ocular surface disease.
Where does Dr. Richard S. Koplin practice?
Dr. Richard S. Koplin sees patients at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, 310 East 14th Street, New York, NY 10003.
Is Dr. Richard S. Koplin accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard S. Koplin is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Richard S. Koplin speak?
Dr. Richard S. Koplin speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard S. Koplin affiliated with?
Dr. Richard S. Koplin is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.
About This Profile
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