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.
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
Dr shakin was excellent. A total pro at working with me. This was my first eye injection and was very nervous. He kept me calm and did great work and explained everything. Thank you !!
First visit with Dr. Shakin. Found him and his staff very professional and patient oriented. Dr Shakin was knowledge about my eye condition and explained everything in detail. I am satisfied with Dr. Shaking and recommend him for your eye care.
He’s a wonderful pleasant doctor. Makes you feel comfortable.
Explains all and attentive to concerns.
Such an amazing Doc. Very informative. Very personable, honest in his diagnosis! Would recommend 100%
Very satisfied
Great doctor happy holidays
Excellent doctor very knowledgeable and kind
Easy to understand conditions, tests, results
Outstanding visit