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Dr. Eric Donnenfeld, MD

Concierge Ophthalmology physician, Fairfield, CT

TLC Laser Eye Centers
5.0 (10 reviews)

Dr. Donnenfeld is an ophthalmologist and a past president of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

1375 Kings Highway, Suite 300, Fairfield, CT 06824

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About Dr. Donnenfeld

Dr. Donnenfeld graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1977. He ranked first in his class when he finished Dartmouth Medical School in 1980. He completed his residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital and served as chief resident there.

He then did a cornea and refractive fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. He is a founding partner at Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island and Connecticut.

Membership and fees

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Education and credentials

Degree
MD
College
Dartmouth College
Medical school
Dartmouth Medical School
Residency
Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, New York
Fellowship
Cornea and refractive, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia
Board certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
NPI
1891790770

Hospital and practice affiliations

Past president, Nassau Surgical Society
Founding partner, Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island and Connecticut

Location

1375 Kings Highway, Suite 300, Fairfield, CT 06824
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Recognition and research

Awards

Newsweek best ophthalmologist in the country, 2021, 2022 and 2023
Ophthalmology Management's 25 Leaders in Innovation
The Ophthalmologist's Power List, 2018 and 2022

Patient reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5

"Provides clear, detailed explanations without making you feel rushed. Creates a reassuring medical environment."

FMDD UserMay 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

"Efficiently manages patient flow to minimize wait times."

FMDD UserDec 2023
Rated 5 out of 5

His skills are top-notch

"I fully endorse him as a lasik, cataract, and corneal transplant surgeon. He excels at everything he does!"

FMDD UserApr 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

You will not be let down!

"Dr. Donnenfeld was fantastic during my cataract surgery on both eyes. Make an appointment right away if you require this operation. You will not be let down!"

FMDD UserFeb 2022
Rated 5 out of 5

His treatment is really hands-on

"He is an amazing, intelligent, tall, and gorgeous man! He is extremely knowledgable, talked me through every stage of the procedure, and made me feel completely at ease."

FMDD UserJan 2022

Questions patients ask

Is Dr. Donnenfeld board certified?

Dr. Donnenfeld is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Where did Dr. Donnenfeld train?

He finished Dartmouth Medical School in 1980. He completed his residency at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. He did a cornea and refractive fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital.

Has Dr. Donnenfeld led professional groups?

He was president of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in 2013-2014. He is also a past president of the Nassau Surgical Society.

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