Specialty: Ophthalmology: Retina, Vitreoretinal Surgery & Diseases
Office locations: Great Neck, Hauppauge, Riverhead, Rockville Centre, Elmhurst
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.94.9 out of 5
4.5K Ratings
1.2K Comments
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.
Most recent review: 3 days ago• 1.2K total reviews
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Dr. Shakin is an outstanding doctor. He listens to my concerns & explains my treatment plan. He is caring, empathic, & exceptionally knowledgeable in treating macular degeneration. Additionally his office staff is very, very kind & efficient.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
Took his time and gave his professional opinion .
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. Eric Shakin is always AWESOME. He’s professional and takes times to explain everything.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago)
Oct-2026
Quick and efficient. He took care of my needs and made sure that I knew everything about what was happening with my condition.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Dr was great
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent concern for me. I get monthly eye injections and his skill makes them almost painless . Also carefully reviews my progress and explains. Dr shakin is really first class.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent dr for the eyes very concern how you are and to make everything possible for you
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Dr shakin was wonderful😊and he has kind considerate office too😊
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Dr Eric Shakin explained what is going on and is pleased my eyes are basically the same as a year ago. He is thorough and concise with his findings. He’s personable, pleasant, and easy to talk to.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent doctor
Very compassionate, caring and professional.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
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
Dr. Shakin is an outstanding doctor. He listens to my concerns & explains my treatment plan. He is caring, empathic, & exceptionally knowledgeable in treating macular degeneration. Additionally his office staff is very, very kind & efficient.
Took his time and gave his professional opinion .
Dr. Eric Shakin is always AWESOME. He’s professional and takes times to explain everything.
Quick and efficient. He took care of my needs and made sure that I knew everything about what was happening with my condition.
Dr was great
Excellent concern for me. I get monthly eye injections and his skill makes them almost painless . Also carefully reviews my progress and explains. Dr shakin is really first class.
Excellent dr for the eyes very concern how you are and to make everything possible for you
Dr shakin was wonderful😊and he has kind considerate office too😊
Dr Eric Shakin explained what is going on and is pleased my eyes are basically the same as a year ago. He is thorough and concise with his findings. He’s personable, pleasant, and easy to talk to.
Excellent doctor Very compassionate, caring and professional.