Tal Raviv, MD

I recently did a cataract laser operation with Dr. Raviv and I am more than happy to sing his and his team׳s praises. The entire process, from the evaluation process through the operation and post-operation checkups, has been extremely professional, pleasant, smooth and fast. Dr. Raviv and his team made me to feel that I am in good hands throughout the process and I was not concerned or afraid at any moment. The results are amazing (really a miracle) and I cannot believe how quickly I was able to see perfectly, no need for any glasses, and almost no recovery period and no side effects. I really thank my Ophthalmologist Dr. Hilla Steinberg for referring me to the amazing Dr. Raviv and his practice

I am only 56 but needed cataract surgery. I was a difficult case due to my severe myopia (13.75 in both eyes) and substantial astigmatism in one eye. I had seen another doctor who told me that I probably wouldn't be happy with the outcome and I should put the surgery off for a few years. Dr. Raviv assured me that he had tons of experience operating on difficult cases like mine and that I would have a successful outcome. My ophthalmologist, whom I completely trust, recommended both the surgery and Dr. Raviv so I went forward with him. The surgery and recovery were quick and painless and I now have 20/20 vision and only have to occasionally wear reading glasses or contacts for distance activities like driving or theater. It is a real miracle to not have to put glasses on the second I get out of bed. Dr. Raviv was kind and patient in answering my questions and is undoubtedly an expert in his field. If you can afford it, do the laser (not covered by insurance) as it speeds up the recovery.

Dr. Raviv is an exceptional cataract specialist who treats patients with respect and care. The first time I saw him, I knew right away that I'm in good hands. He diagnosed my problem with efficiency and accuracy, and operated on my eye successfully. I can see so much better now even though I have a retina problem! I will surely recommend him to my friends and family. And I will definitely turn to him again if I need a cataract surgery on my other eye in the future. Dr. Raviv is the best!

In 2008 I was diagnosed with trace cataracts. Over the years they slowly progressed. And then, several years ago, they did start effecting my vision. Knowing that I would ultimately need surgery, I googled “best cataract surgeons in New York City” and thus encountered Dr. Raviv. I started reading his reviews and was blown away by how fabulous his reviews were. But I was still hesitant to see him because I felt like how can I go to a doctor that I only heard of online and do not know any live human being who went to him. So I put everything off. And then, several months ago while I was in Brooklyn Botanical Garden, I decided to check the vision in both my eyes having not been to an eye doctor in over a year due to Covid. I couldn’t believe that I could barely see out of my right eye. I kept checking my right eye all afternoon and, low and behold, the same sad result. I then got really scared thinking what if my left eye goes. I will be blind. It was incredible how quickly the cataract in my right eye progressed from impacting my vision to almost completely blocking my vision. So I reached out to all of my friends and family and asked if they had cataract surgery, or knew of friends or relatives who had cataract surgery, and whom they would recommend. I checked out each doctor who was recommended and found something wrong with each of them. Mainly, they each had one or more very negative reviews. (If I encounter one or more negative reviews for a restaurant, no big deal. I ignore them and just focus on all the good reviews. However, this is my eyes and I am not willing to take a chance.) And then, thankfully, one of my friends told me that her ping-pong colleague had cataract surgery and was very happy. She told me that her friend went to Dr. Ravi and loved him. Her friend said that Dr. Raviv was very easy to talk to. So that did it for me. He looked great online and I now actually knew of a real human being who went to him and loved him. So I called and scheduled a consultation. The office is very efficient, very high-tech yet very pleasant. I was led by an associate from one machine to another in which various measurements were taken. I then met with Dr. Raviv. He was very thorough, patient, and answered all of my questions. I did not feel rushed. He then recommended Vivity EDOF (Extended Depth Of Field) Toric (for astigmatism) lens based on the specific peculiarities of my eyes. This lens would correct my far and intermediate vision as well as my astigmatism. I then met with Karla Roman, Dr. Raviv’s surgical coordinator. She is very professional and very efficient. So, about three weeks ago I had my right eye done and I couldn’t believe that right after the surgery, I could see perfectly well and very very clearly. The discomfort was quite minimal. And, to my surprise, I not only could see very clearly far and intermediate, I actually was also able to read without glasses. This was totally unexpected. I only need readers for very very small print. I am able to look at my iPad and laptop without any glasses. I was given drops which I was to put in the eye four times a day for the first week, then three times a day for the second week, until the last week when it would be once a day. Dr. Raviv indicated that preservative free OTC eyedrops could be used as much as desired, should the need arise. The day after surgery I went back to Dr. Raviv for a follow up assessment. An assistant measured the pressure in my eyes, the vision, and took another additional measurement. I then met with Dr. Raviv. He was very pleased with the result and told me that my vision in the corrected eye was almost 20/20 and that it would continue to improve as my eye healed. Again, he was very thorough, patient, and answered all of my questions in a very patient and respectful manner. He is a very warm and caring doctor. I decided to schedule the second eye for two weeks later. Again, I had a very positive result with my second eye. Dr. Raviv performs laser surgery at the Retina Ambulatory Surgical Center on E. 80th St. He also performs laser surgery at New York Eye and Ear on E14th St. I chose to have my surgery at the E. 80th St. location given availability dates and times. This is a very friendly, professional office. Starting with the very pleasant, funny and caring receptionist Ruth who checked me in, as well as very sweet and considerate medical professionals Rose and Lenny and other medical professionals who took care of me (e.g., the anesthesiologist and the post surgical OR nurse), I can highly recommend this location. After the surgery I was given a small grey bag containing an eye shield and paper tape (I was to wear the eye shield for one night), reading glasses, sunglasses, eyedrops, instructions, and a card indicating the lens which I was given. Dr. Raviv and this center thought of, and took care of, everything. I commiserate with how nervous each of you must be trying to pick out a cataract surgeon. Without hesitation, I recommend that you read Dr. Raviv’s reviews, take a look at his videos, and then schedule a consultation with him. I am so glad that I did. Dr. Raviv used to be a “regular“ general purpose ophthalmologist but he now specializes in, and only performs, cataract and refractive surgery.