Stephen L Trokel, MD

Specialties:
General Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

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Overview

Widely regarded as the first ophthalmologist to recognize the significance of the excimer laser for use in corneal refractive surgery, Dr. Stephen Trokel's vision and exhaustive research has made laser vision correction a realistic alternative to glasses and contacts for millions worldwide. Today, he remains an innovator working closely with VISX, Inc. to further develop and implement new technology.
Dr. Trokel graduated from Cornell University with a degree in physics and subsequently received his master's degree in radiation biology. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Rochester, New York. After completing his residency at Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons and fellowships at the National Institutes of Health and at Columbia's Edward Harkness Eye Institute, Dr. Trokel received a Doctor of Medical Science degree in Ophthalmology-Physiology, also from Columbia.
Dr. Trokel is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, the American College of Surgeons, the National Board of Medical Examiners, and is a member of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. In 1999, he was nominated by over 30,000 of his peers as one of the 20th century most influential ophthalmologists.

Areas of Expertise / Conditions Treated

3D Ultrasound
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Dry Eyes
Laser Surgery
Laser Vision Correction Surgery
Refractive Surgery
Ruby Laser
Thyroid Disease

Academic Appointments

Professor of Ophthalmology at CUMC

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages

French

Gender

Male

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New and Existing Patients: (212) 305-9535

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CUIMC/Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute
635 West 165th Street
Flanzer Suite
New York, NY 10032

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Fax: (212) 342-5293



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Credentials & Experience

Education & Training

University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
Internship: Montefiore Hospital
Residency: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY
Fellowship: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

Honors & Awards

2010 Rank Prize Royal College of Medicine
2006 Keynote Speaker ASLMS
2003 Casebeer Award
1998 ISRS Barraquer Award
1993 Stephen L. Trokel Award for Laser Research (Alcon Laboratories)
1991 ASCRS Binkhorst, Award
1989 AAO Senior Honor Award
1975 AAO Honor Award