Summary

Dr. Rubin Brecher is an ophthalmologist with 42 years of experience 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 in ophthalmology. Dr. Brecher speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Brecher practices at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center and Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. He specializes in treating diabetic retinopathy and diabetic eye disease, conditions that can affect people with diabetes. His expertise also includes managing glaucoma, a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. Dr. Brecher performs comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye exams, and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients rate him 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 42 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Unconfirmed Foreign Training
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rubin Brecher has 2 locations

Brecher Rubin Md Llc

736 Ocean PkwyBrooklyn, NY 11230
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Maimonides Medical Center

4802 10th AveBrooklyn, NY 11219

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3.9 
42 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish Speaks English Speaks English
Brooklyn , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYSouth Plainfield , NJ
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rubin Brecher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rubin Brecher has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rubin Brecher has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Rubin Brecher holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Unconfirmed Foreign Training.

Medical School

Graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Brecher's NPI number is 1609842749.

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Where is Dr. Rubin Brecher's office located?
Dr. Rubin Brecher's office is located at 736 Ocean Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY, 11230.
What languages does Dr. Rubin Brecher speak?
Dr. Rubin Brecher speaks English and Spanish.

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