Dr. Jacob Lewis Ackerman, MD

Dr. Jacob Ackerman is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 55 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency training at LI Jewish Medical Center. His extensive experience spans more than five decades of specialized eye care. Dr. Ackerman speaks English, French, German, Russian, and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Ackerman practices at Brook Plaza Ophthalmology in Brooklyn, New York. He specializes in treating conditions such as posterior capsule opacity, which can cause cloudy vision after cataract surgery. His expertise includes performing YAG laser capsulotomy, a precise laser procedure that helps restore clear vision for patients experiencing this condition. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.