Ophthalmology: Retina, Vitreoretinal Surgery & Diseases
Great Neck, Hauppauge, Riverhead, Rockville Centre, Elmhurst
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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Dr. Eric Shakin completed his residency in ophthalmology, and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He has been selected as one of the “Best Doctors” in America and nominated to New York Super Doctors.
Dr. Eric Shakin completed his residency in ophthalmology, and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He has been selected as one of the “Best Doctors” in America and nominated to New York Super Doctors.
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He is very good
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
A - plus!
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Great visit
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
love him
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Amazing!! Always knowledgeable and never makes you feel rushed. Hope he is my provider for years to come.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
The best doctor
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Very polite and professional. Made me feel a lot at ease.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Long time waiting, place was crowded
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Great doctor very knowledgeable. Cares about his patience. God bless you, Doc.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very personable. Speaks in terms I understand. Carimg.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
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Great Neck
600 Northern Boulevard Suite 216 Great Neck, NY 11101
Dr. Eric Shakin earned his Bachelors of Arts and Sciences from Cornell University and received his M.D. from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital.
Dr. Shakin completed his residency in ophthalmology, and a vitreo-retinal fellowship at the Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. After his training, he was a member of the Retina Service at 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 Ophthalmology Society, and the Long Island Ophthalmologic Society. He has been 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 nominated to New York Super Doctors. He is clinical assistant professor at the NYU School of Medicine. Dr. Shakin is an assistant professor at Hofstra School of Medicine. 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.
Training Fellowship: Wills Eye Hospital Residency: Wills Eye Hospital Internship: Lenox Hill Hospital Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
He is very good
A - plus!
Great visit
love him
Amazing!! Always knowledgeable and never makes you feel rushed. Hope he is my provider for years to come.
The best doctor
Very polite and professional. Made me feel a lot at ease.
Long time waiting, place was crowded
Great doctor very knowledgeable. Cares about his patience. God bless you, Doc.
Very personable. Speaks in terms I understand. Carimg.