Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious, MD - New York, NY - Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmologist, Optometrist VERIFIED

Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious, MD

Ophthalmology
4.8 
12
Accepting New Patients
33 Years of Experience 156 William St Fl 12 New York NY 10038 (2 other locations) Virtual Visit Available
Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious, MD - New York, NY - Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmologist, Optometrist
Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious, MD
33 Years of Experience Accepting New Patients Virtual Visit Available

Summary

Dr. Rafla-Demetrious is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Weill Cornell Medicine. She received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and received her M.D. from SUNY Downstate, graduating with the distinct honor of Summa Cum Laude.Dr. Rafla-Demetrious did her medical internship at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in N.Y.C, New York. Thereafter, she began her Ophthalmology residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City in 1994. She then remained there to continue her Fellowship in Glaucoma. Upon completion, she joined the Department of Ophthalmology at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Medical College as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology in 2000.Dr. Rafla-Demetrious’s clinical practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma and anterior segment diseases.Dr. Rafla Demetrious received honors from the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) in 1991.

Office Locations

Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious has 3 locations

Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology

1305 York Ave # 11New York, NY 10021

Israel Englander Department of Ophthalmology

1305 York Ave # 12New York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - NYP
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthplus
  • GHI
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Optometrist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

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Dr. Leila Rafla-Demetrious's office is located at 156 William St Fl 12, New York, NY, 10038.
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