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Weill Cornell Medicine Ophthalmology Weill Cornell's ophthalmologists offer our patients the most advanced, comprehensive, and effective eye care.

WCM Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology is committed to excellence offering a full range of services, including treatment for cataracts and corneal disease, retinal & vitreous disorders, pediatric & neurological ophthalmic conditions & glaucoma Using the latest methods in diagnostic procedures and patient care, our dedicated physicians work to prevent, detect, and treat vision problems, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, corneal disease, and a host of other ophthalmologic disorders. Our physicians specialize in the treatment of ocular and orbital trauma, retinoblastoma and other tumors, and neurologic disorders that affect vision and eye movements. In addition, the Laser Vision Center incorporates the new 60 Hertz femtosecond laser in conjunction with Excimer laser technology, permitting unparalleled selection and delivery of the full range of refractive surgical options, including photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), LASIK, LASEK, and many others.

Dr. Szilárd Kiss presented at CTS 2026 on groundbreaking advances in intravitreal anti-VEGF gene therapy for the long-te...
07/06/2026

Dr. Szilárd Kiss presented at CTS 2026 on groundbreaking advances in intravitreal anti-VEGF gene therapy for the long-term treatment of exudative age-related macular degeneration. In addition to sharing data on Ixo-vec, Dr. Kiss also served as a panelist and moderator during the meeting.
Grateful to the organizers for the invitation and the opportunity to contribute to such an important discussion on the future of retinal therapeutics.

Held only once every two years, Club Jules Gonin brings together leading retina specialists from around the world to sha...
06/04/2026

Held only once every two years, Club Jules Gonin brings together leading retina specialists from around the world to share the latest advances shaping the future of vitreoretinal disease. Dr. Kiss’s presentation highlighted the promise of gene therapy to transform the treatment retinal disorders, while also sharing key surgical techniques and pearls for subretinal delivery — a critical step in safely and effectively bringing these therapies to patients.
A proud moment and an exciting glimpse into the future of retina care.

05/20/2026
ASCRS 2026 Update: Ocular Surface Disease AlgorithmNew updates to the ASCRS ocular surface disease algorithm highlight t...
04/24/2026

ASCRS 2026 Update: Ocular Surface Disease Algorithm

New updates to the ASCRS ocular surface disease algorithm highlight the growing role of advanced diagnostics and a more comprehensive approach to care.

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, discusses why addressing conditions like Demodex blepharitis and neuropathic pain is essential in today’s evolving treatment landscape.

🎥 Watch the full commentary to learn more.
https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/inside-the-ascrs-preoperative-ocular-surface-disease-algorithm-key-updates

Expanded guidance incorporates advanced diagnostics and reinforces treatment of conditions such as Demodex blepharitis and neuropathic pain, explains Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS.

ASCRS 2026 Insight: Ocular Surface DiseaseNeuropathic corneal pain is gaining attention as a key factor in dry eye disea...
04/23/2026

ASCRS 2026 Insight: Ocular Surface Disease

Neuropathic corneal pain is gaining attention as a key factor in dry eye disease—especially in patients whose symptoms don’t match clinical findings.

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, discusses diagnostic challenges and what’s ahead with emerging therapies shaping the future of care.

🎥 Watch the full video to learn more.
https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/ascrs-2026-neuropathic-corneal-pain-and-the-evolving-ocular-surface-landscape

Christopher E. Starr, MD, FACS, highlights diagnostic gaps in dry eye, emphasizing neuropathic corneal pain and reviewing emerging therapies and pipeline treatments in ocular surface disease.

WCM Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology would like to thank our fantastic administrative staff for all of the h...
04/22/2026

WCM Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology would like to thank our fantastic administrative staff for all of the hard work they put in every single day.
We pride ourselves in delivering quality care and could not do so without the help of our superb staff!

WCM Ophthalmology is extremely proud of all of our residents and fellows! We thank you for all that you do for the depar...
02/27/2026

WCM Ophthalmology is extremely proud of all of our residents and fellows! We thank you for all that you do for the department and our patients. ❤️💞

For her contributions in the field of eye research and vision science we are honored to announce Dr. Ching-Hwa Sung Ph.D...
01/21/2026

For her contributions in the field of eye research and vision science we are honored to announce Dr. Ching-Hwa Sung Ph.D., of the Margaret M. Dyson Vision Research Institute of Weill Cornell Department of Ophthalmology has been selected to receive the distinguished Endre A. Balazs Prize from the International Society for Eye Research (ISER).
Dr. Sung will receive the award during the ISER's XXVII Biennial Meeting in Valencia, Spain in August 2026.

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Friday 8am - 5pm

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