Dr. Kurt Jackson, M.D., is a practicing vitreo-retinal surgeon specializing in medical and surgical eye disease for more than 15 years. He is fellowship-trained in vitreo-retinal surgery from South Texas Retina Consultants. He earned his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency there, serving as Chief Resident at Jacobi Medical Center.
Dr. Kurt Jackson, M.D., is a practicing vitreo-retinal surgeon specializing in medical and surgical eye disease for more than 15 years. He is fellowship-trained in vitreo-retinal surgery from South Texas Retina Consultants. He earned his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency there, serving as Chief Resident at Jacobi Medical Center.
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Dr Jackson is both knowledgeable and shows empathy while explaining. He always has me feeling better and less concerned about my issues. Most importantly I trust him completely with my eyes!! A great doctor!
(4 days ago)
May-2026
Made me feel very comfortable as he explained the procedure.
(5 days ago)
May-2026
He is very professional, friendly and most informative. Very pleased with him.
(5 days ago)
May-2026
So professional, patient and reassuring. Thank You!
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Excellent doctor and treats his customers with exceptional care
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
very professional and friendly. Answered all my questions. Glad he is part of your team!
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
He is a wonderful doctor. He is very kind and explains everything that he’s doing to you. Excellent bedside manners.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Jackson is a awesome Doctor.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Jackson was warm and friendly. Through in his examination. Prepared for questions. He takes a holistic approach in caring for his patients. The intake form was comprehensive and it's apparent he used the latest technology and medical knowledge when making a diagnosis.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent and thorough staff, efficient processes, clean office, thorough provider. Would strongly recommend.
Dr. Kurt Jackson, M.D., has been a practicing vitreo-retinal surgeon specializing in medical and surgical eye disease for more than 15 years. Passionate about bringing quality ophthalmic care to his patients, Dr. Jackson specializes in managing all diseases of the retina, vitreous, and macula, including macular holes, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, and macular degeneration. He has also been an Investigator for nationally recognized clinical research trials seeking newer and more effective surgical and pharmacological treatments for vitreo-retinal pathologies.
Dr. Jackson is fluent in both English and Spanish and looks forward to serving the needs of his patients. While serving in the U.S. Army as a medic for four years and an eye technician for two years, he received a US Army Achievement Medal, Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and a National Defense Medal.
Dr. Jackson attended Long Island University and graduated Valedictorian of the Class of 1998. He was accepted into the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine where he graduated in 2003 with his medical doctorate degree. After completing a transitional internship at New York Hospital Medical Center in 2004, he returned to Albert Einstein College of Medicine to pursue his residency training in Ophthalmology, which he completed in 2007. Dr. Jackson served as the Chief Resident at Jacobi Medical Center from 2006 - 2007.
Dr. Jackson completed his two-year vitreo-retinal Fellowship at South Texas Retina Consultants in Corpus Christi, TX in 2009, then became a practicing vitreo-retinal surgeon in Corpus Christi, TX from 2009 - 2011. He then practiced in Greenville, NC from 2012 - 2013 and returned to the northeast to become an Associate at the Retina Center of New Jersey from May 2013 - January 2021. After establishing a solo retina practice in Livingston, NJ, Dr. Jackson rejoined the great doctors at RCNJ/ ECOA in August 2025.
Happily married, Dr. Jackson and his wife, Kai, have three children and currently live in Montclair, New Jersey. In his spare time, Dr. Jackson enjoys spending quality time with his family and serving his community.
Dr Jackson is both knowledgeable and shows empathy while explaining. He always has me feeling better and less concerned about my issues. Most importantly I trust him completely with my eyes!! A great doctor!
Made me feel very comfortable as he explained the procedure.
He is very professional, friendly and most informative. Very pleased with him.
So professional, patient and reassuring. Thank You!
Excellent doctor and treats his customers with exceptional care
very professional and friendly. Answered all my questions. Glad he is part of your team!
He is a wonderful doctor. He is very kind and explains everything that he’s doing to you. Excellent bedside manners.
Dr Jackson is a awesome Doctor.
Dr. Jackson was warm and friendly. Through in his examination. Prepared for questions. He takes a holistic approach in caring for his patients. The intake form was comprehensive and it's apparent he used the latest technology and medical knowledge when making a diagnosis.
Excellent and thorough staff, efficient processes, clean office, thorough provider. Would strongly recommend.