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  • Ophthalmology, Other Specialty
  • Accepting new patients
  • 42 years of experience
  • Vitreoretinal Consultants Of New York 600 Northern Blvd Ste 216, Great Neck, NY 11021
  • (516) 466-0390

Brief Intro

Dr. Shakin earned his Bachelors of Arts and Sciences from Cornell University, N.Y. and received his M.D. from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, N.Y. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital, N.Y. Dr. Shakin completed his residency in ophthalmology, and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. After his training, he was a member of the Retina Service, Wills Eye Hospital , and served there as co-director of the visual physiology department until 1995. He was also clinical assistant professor at the Thomas Jefferson University School of Medicine. Dr. Shakin joined LI/Queens Vitreo-Retinal Consultants in 1995. Dr. Shakin is a member of the American Medical Association, Medical Society of New York, Queens Medical Society, New York State Ophthalmologic Society, and the Long Island Ophthalmologic Society. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine, a Fellow of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Shakin is also a member of the American diabetes Association, Vitreous Society, Retina Society, and a member of the Nassau Academy of Medicine. He has also been selected as one of the "Best Doctors" in America, and is clinical assistant professor at the NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Shakin is an assistant professor at Hofstra School of Medicine. He has been nominated to New York Super Doctors. Dr. Shakin has been a principal investigator for the Mirivant and Vitrase studies as well as ongoing studies. He dedicates his professional expertise to local clinics for the disadvantaged as well as resident training programs at the local hospitals.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Lenox Hill Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University - 1983

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Long Island Vitreo Retinal Consultants
  • 600 Northern Blvd Ste 216, Great Neck, NY 11021
  • Mon:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:7:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Sat:8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Ophthalmology
  • Other Specialty

Conditions Addressed

  • Cataract
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Glaucoma
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Procedures Performed

  • Lasik Surgery
  • Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
  • Retinal Detachment Repair

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • Aetna
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  • Cancer 43
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 31
  • Orthopedics 75
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 60
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 75
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 91
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 44
  • Children's Hospital 22
  • Urology 87
  • Psychiatry 103
  • Geriatrics 82
  • Rehabilitation 38
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 17
  • Ophthalmology 4
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 11
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 3
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60