NEW YORK, NY - Cohen Eye Institute's Manhattan office, located on the Upper East Side, continues to set the standard for premium surgical vision care in New York City. Led by Dr. Ilan Cohen--President and Medical Director of the institute--the Manhattan practice combines over 25 years of focused surgical experience, proprietary technology, and a multidisciplinary team of specialists to deliver outcomes that attract patients and physician referrals from across the country and internationally.
A Career Devoted Entirely to Surgical Vision Correction
Unlike most ophthalmologists, who divide their time between medical examinations and surgery, Dr. Cohen has devoted 100 percent of his career to surgical eye care. He has performed over 80,000 cataract and vision correction procedures, with surgical complication rates reported at 10 times lower than the national average. More than 1,000 physicians have personally chosen him as their own cataracts surgeon in Manhattan--an endorsement unmatched in the region.
A graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Cohen completed a prestigious cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was the first surgeon in the tri-state area to perform both ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) and artificial cornea surgeries--milestones covered by CBS, FOX, and ABC News. He has authored chapters in leading ophthalmology textbooks, including the second highest-selling ophthalmology textbook of all time, and lectures to professional organizations including the New York Keratorefractive Society.
A Multidisciplinary Team of Specialists
The Manhattan office is supported by a team of board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists who extend the practice's range of expertise:
- Dr. Brian Krawitz - Board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and glaucoma surgery, including MIGS (minimally invasive glaucoma surgery) and premium intraocular lens implantation.
- Dr. Krishna Morar - Specializes in ocular disease management and specialty contact lens fittings, with expertise in complex corneal conditions.
- Dr. Nancy Argano - Focuses on keratoconus, post-surgical ectasia, dry eye treatment, and ocular surface disease.
- Dr. Nathalie Chen - Specializes in advanced dry eye therapies including meibomian gland treatments, amniotic membranes, and punctal plugs. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Proprietary Technology Not Available at Standard Practices
Cohen Eye Institute's Manhattan office is equipped with proprietary surgical and diagnostic systems developed by Dr. Cohen to push outcomes beyond what manufacturer protocols alone can achieve:
- RealSight(TM) Biometry - A customized lens power calculation system that improves refractive accuracy, particularly for patients with prior LASIK or PRK, irregular corneas, or high sensitivity to small refractive errors. Designed to deliver high-quality distance, intermediate, and near vision with greater independence from glasses.
- FAZE(TM) - A proprietary vision correction procedure developed by Dr. Cohen for precise astigmatism correction.
- OZERA(TM) - A proprietary corneal reshaping technique for patients with keratoconus and irregular corneas.
The office also features femtosecond and excimer laser platforms, top-level diagnostic imaging, and the Light Adjustable Lens--allowing post-surgical fine-tuning of lens power for optimized results.
Premium Cataract Surgery for Manhattan's Most Discerning Patients
Dr. Cohen's cataract surgery practice is built around patients who demand the highest level of visual performance--executives, physicians, artists, pilots, and professionals who are acutely aware of subtle visual imperfections and will not accept "good enough" results. Each procedure involves individualized lens selection guided by RealSight(TM) measurements, lifestyle analysis, and precise biometric data.
The Manhattan office offers the full spectrum of premium intraocular lenses, including extended-range, multifocal, toric, and Light Adjustable Lens options, with laser-assisted cataract surgery available when added precision is warranted.
A Referral Destination for Complex and Corrective Cases
A significant portion of the Manhattan office's caseload consists of referrals from other ophthalmologists and optometrists for cases that require advanced surgical judgment. These include patients with prior LASIK or PRK who now need cataract surgery, patients with keratoconus or irregular corneas, and patients experiencing persistent glare, halos, waxy vision, or poor contrast after cataract or multifocal lens surgery performed elsewhere.
Dr. Cohen is a pioneer in resolving post-surgical dissatisfaction through IOL exchange, topography-guided PRK, and detailed optical analysis to identify the true source of visual degradation. Many of these patients were previously told that nothing further could be done.
Comprehensive Surgical and Medical Eye Care
Beyond premium cataract surgery, the Manhattan office provides a complete range of vision correction and ophthalmological services:
- Premium and laser-assisted cataract surgery
- Intraocular lens exchange for patients dissatisfied with prior surgery
- Light Adjustable Lens technology
- LASIK, All-Laser LASIK, PRK, SMILE, and FAZE(TM) laser vision correction
- EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) for patients who are not ideal laser candidates
- Refractive lens exchange and clear lens exchange
- Keratoconus treatment, including corneal collagen cross-linking, topography-guided PRK, and OZERA(TM)
- Cosmetic pterygium surgery
- Dry eye treatment, glaucoma care, macular degeneration management, and diabetic eye disease
- Routine comprehensive eye exams
Personalized Care for a New York City Clientele
Every patient at the Manhattan office receives a personalized evaluation and treatment plan tailored to their visual goals and lifestyle. The institute offers VIP concierge services and accommodates international patients who travel specifically for Dr. Cohen's expertise. The practice accepts new patients and provides consultations in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish.
Serving Manhattan and the Greater New York City Area
Cohen Eye Institute's Manhattan office is located at 160 East 56th Street, 9th Floor, on the Upper East Side. The practice serves patients throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Long Island, Westchester, and the greater New York metropolitan area. Cohen Eye Institute also maintains offices in Old Bridge, NJ, and Ridgewood, Queens, for patients who prefer those locations.
About Cohen Eye Institute
Cohen Eye Institute serves patients in Manhattan, Queens, and Old Bridge. Led by Dr. Ilan Cohen--a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist with 25+ years and 80,000+ procedures--the practice specializes in cataract surgery, lens implants, laser vision correction, keratoconus treatment, and surgical corrections, using proprietary technologies and a multidisciplinary team.
Media Contact
Name
Cohen Eye Institute
Contact phone
(212) 764-2020
Contact address
160 East 56th Street, 9th Floor
City
New York
State
NY
Zip
10022
Country
United States
Url
https://coheneyeinstitute.com/manhattan/
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