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Dr. Scott Greenbaum, MD

Dr. Scott Greenbaum, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Greenbaum, MD is an ophthalmologist in Forest Hills, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

6860 Austin St Forest Hills, NY 11375

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Greenbaum specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Greenbaum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Greenbaum

4.3
35 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
14%
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I have been seeing Dr. Greenbaum since 1992. He performed cataract surgery for my mother, and for me. He is extremely knowledgeable and has kept me seeing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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CB – Dec 29, 2024
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This is by far the best place for eye care I have ever visited! I was having some issues with my vision due to irritation, so I knew I needed to talk to an Ophthalmologist. From the first phone call I made where a friendly voice answered the phone, to my interaction with Dr. Greenbaum, their concern and care for my eyes, I knew I had come to the right place. He was able to diagnose what was ailing me and develop a plan of treatment immediately. He was instrumental in helping to relieve my fear over what was affecting my eyes, and I cannot thank him enough! If you are looking for an eye specialist in Forest Hills, don't hesitate to come to Dr. Greenbaum!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 21, 2024
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Wonderful Doc!
Dr. Greenbaum is a wonderful doctor. He truly cares about his patients. I appreciate his skill as well as the special care for his patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mia C. – Mar 20, 2024
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Professional and Caring
Dr Greenbaum is very professional and caring. He referred me to Dr Assil to get my eye lasik done and did a great job on the recovering and follow up visits. He assured me that my eyes are good all the time after the lasik. The office staff are so nice either on the phone or in person every time.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alex – Mar 20, 2024
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Expectation Exceeded!
My first comprehensive eye exam with Dr. Greenbaum exceeded expectations. The entire team was warm, gentle, and informative, guiding me through each step. Dr. Greenbaum's advice was valuable, and the overall experience left me confident in their expertise. I look forward to returning for routine exams, knowing I'm in capable hands.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin H – Mar 18, 2024
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Caring and Smart
Superb
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 11, 2024
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Best eye doctor experience and definitely would recommended for any procedure!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2023
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Saved my life
Dr Greenbaum found an active pigmented tumor in the back of my eye on a routine check up and sent me to a major cancer hospital - where it was treated successfully - Thank you Dr Greenbaum - you have a patient for life (hopefully a long one).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Hannah – May 19, 2022
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I had an eyelid infection that I thought was COVID - Dr Greenbaum took one look at it and knew it wasn’t. He put me on the right antibiotic and it got better starting the next day - in a week I was all better. He is now my eye doctor for life. I brought my kids to see him and they loved him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Peggy – Aug 29, 2020
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Best Cataract Surgeon in NYC - Excellent Results, Anesthesia Technique, and Bed Side Manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Hannah – Feb 03, 2020
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I visited Dr. Greenbaum twice because I had blurry vision during 2 months. He took more than a month to give me a diagnosis, he did all the tests possible ($2k bill) and ended up telling me that I must have some kind of allergy. I visited 3 different doctors after this who confirmed within 20 minutes that I had advanced cataracts in both eyes. I have had surgery. Furthermore, I have been trying to get in touch to ask for a refund and never got a response...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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J. Blazquez in New York – Oct 22, 2018
I've just checked my records and do not find a... Read More
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Best Cataract surgeon and one of the best people I know.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Joseph – Feb 02, 2018
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Horrible services...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Brooklyn, NY – Nov 16, 2017
A patient walked in without an emergency and... Read More
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I am visiting Dr Greenbaum for the past 20 years.. He cares a lot about each patient he has. He is so good that my daughters & my niece - are under his excellent supervision.. He is very much dedicated to his profession. My blessings to him & his family. Meenu
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Meenu Sawhney in , NY – Mar 03, 2017
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He is a great doctor (knowledge and patient treatment). However, I noticed few things quite often and therefore I had to change my doctor:His assistant overbook appointments and the doctor processes patient slowly, hence the big crowd. Last time, I got an appointment at 9, I arrived on time, and there were 2 patients ahead of me, I was not processed until 10 and I left the office and there was still 1 patient ahead of me when I left. Dr. has to realize that our time is important too.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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CP in Forest Hills, NY – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Anyone interested in my profile should know I'm a caring, considerate and extremely capable physician, dedicated to furthering the delivery of the safest, best care for his patients. My life's work has been the safe elimination of needles from...read more

biography

In addition to being a caring physician, I have always been creative and an inventor. I have developed many of the steps I use today to remove cataracts and to treat dry eyes. I have gone so far as to have been awarded a US Patent on a device I...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
  • Boston University 6 Year Ba/md Program

    Undergraduate School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • French

Locations

Practice

BJS Drugs6860 Austin St Forest Hills, NY 11375
1

Practice

Patricia E. Carniglia OD Faao PC77 Park Ave Ste 1D New York, NY 10016
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    100 E 77th St
    New York, NY 10075
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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