Dr. John A Sorenson M.D., Ophthalmologist
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Dr. John A Sorenson M.D.

Ophthalmologist

5/5(32)
950 3rd Ave 3rd floor NEW YORK NY, 10022
Rating

5/5

About

 

John Sorenson, MD

 

Dr. Sorenson is a board certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal surgery and macular disease. He is a nationally recognized expert in the care of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and in the surgical management of Retinal Detachments as well as Macular Hole and Macular Pucker surgery. He is a part of the team of the VRMNY Retina Specialists and is on the surgical staff at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital.

 

Author

He has authored and co-authored over 100 articles in peer reviewed journals and has lectured at many scientific meetings throughout the world. He has participated in many of the teaching activities of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and in 1996, received its Honor Award for his services.

Research

His research interests primarily involve the diagnosis and treatment of age–related macular degeneration. He serves as a scientific reviewer for the major ophthalmology journals.

Education

Undergraduate: Stanford University
Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Ophthalmology Residency: University of California, San Francisco
Vitreoretinal Surgical Fellowship: Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital

Academic Appointments

Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, NYU

Curriculum Vitae

View Dr. Sorenson’s full academic history, professional achievements, and research accomplishments.

 

Read more: https://www.vrmny.com/ophthalmologists-retina-specialists/john-sorenson-md/

 About Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York:

 

The ophthalmologists and retina specialists at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York are internationally known leaders in diagnosing and treating retinal diseases.  

VRMNY retina doctors have trained and taught at some of the world's finest and most respected academic institutions. The physicians who comprise the best retina specialists in New York are experts in vitrectomy surgery and hold academic appointments at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York University, and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

Our ophthalmologists in New York City specialize in treating all medical and surgical retinal conditions, emphasizing macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, the two leading causes of retinal vision loss.

With state-of-the-art New York ophthalmology centers in Manhattan, VRMNY is the largest retina vitreous center in the New York Metropolitan area.

Our New York ophthalmologists and eye doctors publish more in the foremost peer-reviewed journals than any other private or academic group in the United States. The practice devotes its time and resources to research and developing new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.  Many current concepts in retinal disease and treatment recognized worldwide were invented at VRMNY.

The attention, empathetic concern, and careful approach of the eye care specialists and their support team of retina surgeons explain the success of VRMNY.  The over 60 member staff provides a full range of educational, medical, and surgical services.  With an emphasis on patient education, the staff delivers compassionate and empowering care.

For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. John Sorenson, MD, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 861-9797.


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Monday-Friday: 8am–5pm

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Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York
950 3rd Ave 3rd floor,
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Education and Training

Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1979

Cagayan State University College of Medicine and Surgery 1979

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

Male English

Treatments

  • Cataracts
  • Diabetes
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Glaucoma
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Tear
  • Macular Hole
  • Type 2 Diabetes

Professional Memberships

  • • American Academy of Ophthalmology • Honor Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology - 1996 • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society • Frederick C. Cordes Eye Society • American Society of Retina Specialists 1998 • The Retina Society • New York State Op  

Areas of research

• Pharmacological Therapy for Macular Degeneration Study Group, Principal Investigator

• The Eye Disease Case-Control Study Group, Co-Investigator o Supported by National Institutes of Health contracts NO1-EY-5-2110, NO1-EY-5-2109, NO1-EY-5-2111, NO1-EY-9-2105,NO1-EY-5-2108, and NO1-EY-72104

• Age-Related Macular Degeneration Risk Factors and Study Group, Co-Principal Investigator

• Treatment of Age-Related Macular Degeneration with Photodynamic Therapy (Phase III), CoPrincipal Investigator

• Photodynamic Treatment (TAP, VIP), Clinical Investigator

• Digital Angiography Reading Center, Certified Reader

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NEW YORK, NY 10022
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