Dr. Shalom Joshua Kieval, MD

Dr. Shalom Kieval is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, one of the nation's leading eye hospitals. With 47 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Kieval has developed deep expertise in managing complex retinal disorders. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Kieval practices at locations in Latham and Albany, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus. His clinical focus centers on treating age-related macular degeneration, which affects central vision in older adults. He also manages posterior vitreous detachment and retinal detachment, serious conditions that can threaten sight if not treated promptly. Dr. Kieval performs retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems with precision. He also provides anti-VEGF …treatment, an advanced therapy that helps preserve vision in patients with certain retinal diseases. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.