Dr. David Poon has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in ophthalmic literature including research on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. His other areas of expertise include repair of retina detachments, macular holes, and macular pucker.
Dr. David Poon has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in ophthalmic literature including research on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. His other areas of expertise include repair of retina detachments, macular holes, and macular pucker.
Dr. David Poon graduated magna cum laude with highest honors in Biology from Harvard College. He then earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins Medical School in Baltimore, Maryland. After medical school, he completed both his ophthalmology residency and vitreoretinal fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital- Wilmer Eye Institute. Following his fellowship, Dr. Poon and his family moved back to New York to practice near his hometown.
Dr. Poon is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He has been awarded research grants from both the Johns Hopkins Hospital- Wilmer Eye Institute and the National Institute of Health.
Dr. Poon has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in ophthalmic literature including research on age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. His other areas of expertise include repair of retina detachments, macular holes, and macular pucker. Together with his partners at Long Island Vitreoretinal Consultants, he continues to conduct clinical research in an effort to further improve the treatment of retinal diseases. His strength is delivering top-quality care that is personalized and patient-centered.
Training
College: Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Medical School, Baltimore, MD
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital – Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital – Wilmer Eye Institute, Baltimore, MD
Board Certified: American Board of Ophthalmology
Dr Poon, Is a very caring doctor. He explains everything, so I can understand. Plus very professional.
Very informative, thorough and so pleasant
Excellent in every way.
Very professional. Clinical knowledge is outstanding. Answered all questions thoroughly. Personable. Staff were very good as well.
He is the BEST!!! Friendly , professional and punctual!!
So glad we have Dr. Poon taking care of my Mom. He is a very caring, attentive and excellent doctor. The nurses and receptionists are wonderful, as well.
Dr. Poon is a great eye surgeon. He explains very thorough and details. I am happy to have Dr. Poon as my surgeon.
Great bedside Great personality Great doctor
Very nice Dr. My mom gets eye injections every 3 months and he does such a great job. She never feels anything, plus he is always so nice and friendly.
Very intelligent man. Makes me feel comfortable when explaining my eye issues.