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Dr. Joel Solomon, MD

Dr. Joel Solomon, MD

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Joel Solomon, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

161 Madison Ave Rm 5SE New York, NY 10016

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Solomon specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Solomon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Solomon

3.5
34 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
56%
56%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
29%
29%

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My mother has been a patient of Dr. Solomon for about 7 years and he is thorough and personable. I have had no issues with scheduling and his staff is professional and courteous. I appreciate that he takes the time to explain issues that concern my mother thoroughly and give her excellent care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Asencio – Jan 04, 2022
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I've had Dr. Solomon as my ophthalmologist for almost a decade now. Visits are prompt and efficient, and he'll actually take the time to answer each of your questions. I'm not really sure how to explain the negative reviews below. I would be the first one to complain about bad medical advice or a sour bedside manner, but my experience with Dr. Solomon has always been fine. (This extends to the office staff, by the way. On my last visit they patiently walked me through some needlessly confusing nonsense related to an insurance issue.)
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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May 30, 2019
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Dr. Solomon is a great doctor! Always respectful, compassionate, and knowledgeable. Always answers all my questions and concerns. Easy to get appointments and office never overcrowded. Staff always pleasant and respectful. I totally recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Demarest , NJ – Feb 09, 2019
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Negative attitude. Immediately jumps to conclusion. Doesn’t work through the issue. Makes you feel like you can’t ask questions or even ask for clarification. Overall tone of the office is rude, clearly set from the top. Not going back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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May 09, 2018
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Knowledgeable enough but seemed to have zero interest or concern in you as a patient. Flat affect and disinterested. I wouldn't go back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
4 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Feb 24, 2017
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I had eye issues that did not have a single perfect solution, but depended on weighing risks and benefits of the options. Dr. Solomon was my partner in decision making. He provided detailed information and made sure that I completely understood all of the information. The decision was clearly mine, but he helped me make the best decision for me. I decided on surgery and am thrilled with the results. Perfect results, better than expected, improved vision. He doesn't sugarcoat. Straight talk.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
Helpful
Laura P in New York, NY – Jan 26, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Solomon, MD is an ophthalmologist in New York, NY. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Eye Inst Medical College Wisc

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Clearly Madison LLC161 Madison Ave Rm 5SE New York, NY 10016
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Practice

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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