Edward Riegel, MD — Experienced Ophthalmologist in Brentwood, Hauppauge & Bay Shore, Long Island, NY

Dr. Edward Riegel is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist with over 35 years of experience providing trusted, patient-focused eye care at SightMD locations in Brentwood, Hauppauge, and Bay Shore.

Dr. Riegel specializes in the diagnosis, evaluation, and long-term management of a wide range of eye conditions, offering personalized care for patients at every stage of life. His approach emphasizes thorough clinical evaluation, preventative eye care, and thoughtful treatment planning, helping patients maintain long-term vision and eye health.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Riegel has performed thousands of microsurgical procedures. While he no longer performs cataract or pterygium surgery, his extensive surgical background allows him to expertly guide patients in determining when surgery is appropriate and coordinate care with surgical specialists when needed.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Riegel serves as Chief of Ophthalmology at South Shore University Hospital, reflecting his leadership and long-standing commitment to excellence in ophthalmology.

Known for his compassionate, patient-first approach, Dr. Riegel takes pride in caring for multiple generations of families across Long Island, building lasting relationships rooted in trust and continuity of care.

Practicing in Brentwood, Hauppauge, and Bay Shore, he serves patients throughout Suffolk County and Long Island with comprehensive ophthalmology services focused on long-term eye health and vision preservation.