Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Dr. Gerber and his staff will explain every step of the process clearly so that you have a complete understanding of your eye health. Some of the innovative testing methods he uses include Heidelberg retinal tomography, which can diagnose glaucoma in its earliest stages, and pachymetry, which is a sonogram of the cornea to assess glaucoma risk. Dr. Gerber is also one of only a handful of area ophthalmologists to offer short-wavelength automated perimetry, an advanced exam that helps identify a visual field defect in the earliest stage.
• Ophthalmology
  When it comes to something as important as your precious eyesight, you want the highest level of care possible. And that’s just what you’ll get with Dr. Gerber. He brings you nearly three decades of experience along with the training and credentials you can trust. For starters, he completed years of residency training in general surgery and ophthalmology after earning his medical degree. Dr. Gerber is also board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which are two of the most respected organizations in his field. He also exceeds the required amount of continuing education each year and evaluates the effectiveness of the latest surgical procedures.
• Macular Degeneration
  Macular degeneration is an aging condition that can slowly rob you of your central vision. While there is no treatment for the underlying disease, complications such as retinal hemorrhages can accelerate vision decline. However, if diagnosed promptly, this “wet” degeneration can be treated in Dr. Gerber’s office. These treatments can often slow down or stop additional vision loss. Dr. Gerber has the advanced technology to accurately diagnose and treat macular degeneration.
• Cataracts
  As a board-certified ophthalmologist who has stayed at the forefront of his field for nearly three decades, Dr. Gerber offers you the most advanced treatment methods for a whole host of conditions. He performs laser surgeries in his office and cataract surgical procedures at some of the most prominent surgery centers that are conveniently located right here in Brooklyn and Queens.
• Cataract Surgery
  A cataract is a cloudy area that occurs in the lens of the eye. Because cataracts are a normal part of aging, all men and women are at risk for them. In fact, about half of all Americans over age 65 have cataracts or have already had surgery to remove them. Dr. Gerber brings expertise and innovative, sight-restoring technology to the process of cataract surgery. He has performed thousands of successful cataract surgeries. With this simple outpatient procedure, your cataract is removed and a state-of-the-art lens is implanted to restore your vision. There is minimal recovery time with Dr. Gerber’s cataract surgery, and most patients can return to their normal activities almost immediately.
• Eye Exam
  Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve, which is the part of the eye that carries the images we see from the eye to the brain. Glaucoma occurs when fluid buildup in the eye causes excessive intraocular pressure. Many patients are not aware they have glaucoma until they suffer a loss of vision, which is why regular eye exams are so important. Although many people fear this potentially sight-damaging condition, early diagnosis and treatment can help maintain your vision for a lifetime. If glaucoma is detected during your eye exam with Dr. Gerber, he will outline a treatment plan that may include pressure-reducing eyedrops or advanced laser treatment. Surgery is available for more advanced cases of glaucoma.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Diabetic Retinopathy
  He uses the latest diagnostic equipment to pinpoint diabetic eye disease in its early stages, when there are no outward symptoms. Plus, he is highly skilled in today’s most advanced laser techniques that can treat a variety of retinal disorders, including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular disease and retinal tears.

Surgeons

• General Surgery
  Residency: Ophthalmology, Tufts University/New England Medical Center Hospital with Basic Science Program at Harvard University School of Medicine; General Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA