Summary

Dr. John Sorenson is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to eye care, bringing 47 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital. His extensive background has equipped him with deep expertise in treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Sorenson is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Sorenson practices at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and sees patients in New York. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions including age-related macular degeneration and retinal detachment. His expertise extends to managing posterior vitreous detachment and performing comprehensive eye exams. Dr. Sorenson utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide precise care. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 47 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 31 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Alan Sorenson has 2 locations

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of New York

950 3rd Ave Fl 3New York, NY 10022
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

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Dr. John Alan Sorenson, MDDr. Stephen M Kronenberg, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr. Alexander Rabinovich, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.2 
4.6 
47 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Russian
New York , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Universite Libre De Bruxelles Faculte De Medecine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Upstate Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Alan Sorenson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Alan Sorenson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Alan Sorenson has the following 31 areas of expertise

  • Angioid Streaks
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Choroid Diseases
  • Choroidal Neovascularization
  • Choroiditis
  • Degenerative Myopia
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Graves Disease (Thyroid Eye Disease)
  • Histoplasmosis
  • Inherited Retinal Degeneration
  • Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Macular Edema
  • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Artery Occlusion
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Neovascularization
  • Retinal Vasculitis
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy
  • Vitreous Detachment (Retina Detachment)
  • Vitreous Hemorrhage

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Where is Dr. John Sorenson's office located?
Dr. John Sorenson's office is located at 950 3rd Ave Fl 3, New York, NY, 10022.
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What languages does Dr. John Sorenson speak?
Dr. John Sorenson speaks Spanish and Russian.

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