Dr. Rona Galpern Appel, MD

Dr. Rona Appel is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 46 years to caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. She earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Health System, gaining extensive training in comprehensive eye care. Her four decades of practice have established her as an experienced specialist in diagnosing and treating various eye disorders. She is fluent in Russian and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Appel practices with New York Ophthalmology Group in Brooklyn, New York, and maintains her hospital affiliation with New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai. She specializes in treating glaucoma and dry eye syndrome, helping patients manage these common but serious eye conditions. Her expertise includes performing retinal imaging to detect early signs of eye disease and conducting comprehensive eye exams to monitor patient vision health. Patients rate her care …highly, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5.