Benjamin Whigham, MD — Glaucoma Specialist & Glaucoma Surgeon in Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Benjamin Whigham is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of glaucoma, providing advanced eye care at SightMD locations in Manhattan, including East 27th Street and Park Avenue.

Dr. Whigham focuses on the early detection and long-term management of glaucoma, a progressive eye disease that can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated. His approach emphasizes proactive monitoring, individualized treatment plans, and the use of advanced medical, laser, and surgical therapies to preserve vision.

He treats a full spectrum of glaucoma conditions, from early-stage disease to complex and advanced cases. His expertise includes medical glaucoma management, laser procedures, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), as well as traditional glaucoma surgeries when necessary.

In addition to glaucoma care, Dr. Whigham provides comprehensive ophthalmology services, ensuring patients receive complete and coordinated eye care. He is committed to patient education and believes that informed patients are better equipped to manage chronic eye conditions like glaucoma. To better serve the community he works most weekends, helping to see patients who cannot schedule on weekdays and to help patients with urgent conditions.

Dr. Whigham completed his medical training with a strong focus on ophthalmology and pursued advanced clinical experience in glaucoma care, allowing him to deliver evidence-based, precision-driven treatment. He remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of advancements in glaucoma management and surgical innovation.

Practicing in Manhattan, Dr. Whigham provides convenient access to expert glaucoma care in Manhattan, serving patients across NYC with a focus on long-term vision preservation.