Brad Kligman, MD — LASIK Surgeon & Cornea Specialist in Manhasset, Long Island, NY
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Brad Kligman, MD
Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Specializing in LASIK, Cataract Surgery, and Corneal Disease Care in Manhasset, Long Island
Dr. Brad Kligman is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained cornea, LASIK, and cataract surgery specialist providing advanced eye care at SightMD in Manhasset, Long Island. He serves patients across Nassau County and the North Shore with a focus on restoring and improving vision through highly precise microsurgical techniques.
Dr. Kligman specializes in laser vision correction (LASIK), corneal disease treatment, and cataract surgery, offering patients advanced surgical options tailored to their individual visual needs. His expertise includes modern cataract surgery techniques, corneal transplantation procedures, and refractive surgery designed to reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses.
Throughout his training, Dr. Kligman has been deeply involved in clinical research, publishing over 20 peer-reviewed articles, textbook chapters, and abstracts. He has presented his work at both national and international conferences on topics including ocular tumors, corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL), and corneal transplant techniques, contributing to the advancement of modern ophthalmic surgery.
Dr. Kligman was drawn to ophthalmology early in his medical training after observing cataract surgery in medical school, where he developed a passion for the precision and impact of sight-restoring microsurgery. That experience continues to guide his dedication to surgical excellence and patient outcomes.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Kligman enjoys photography, tennis, golf, cycling, cooking, and traveling with his wife, who also grew up on Long Island. He is a lifelong fan of the Mets, Jets, Islanders, and Knicks.
Practicing in Manhasset, Dr. Kligman provides advanced cornea, LASIK, and cataract care to patients throughout Long Island’s North Shore.
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Credentials: More About Brad Kligman, MD
Education & Experience
Education:
- Cornell University, BS with Distinction
- NYU School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine
Residency:
- Columbia University Medical Center, Edward S. HarknVisualess Eye Institute
Internships:
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Fellowship:
- Cleveland Clinic, Cole Eye Institute, Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery
Years of Experience:
- Began Practicing in 2016
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Joined SightMD Team in 2016
Professional Background
Memberships:
- Board Member and Young Ophthalmologists Committee Chair, New York State Ophthalmological Society
- Executive Board Member and President Elect, Long Island Ophthalmological Society
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- New York State Counselor
- Cornea Society
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
Other Professional Positions:
- Chief Resident, Columbia University Medical Center
Honors & Awards:
- Super Doctor Rising Star 2019-2021
- Best Paper of Session at ASCRS 2016
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