Dr. Eric Dessner, MD
Ophthalmologist, Brooklyn, NY
Dr. Dessner is a board-certified ophthalmologist. He has performed thousands of successful cataract surgery operations. Dr. Dessner completed his medical education at Chicago Medical School. He then moved to New York where he completed a residency at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital. He also completed a fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology from the world famous Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida.
Dr. Dessner and his office staff are committed to providing the highest level of care for his patients.
In his free time, Dr. Dessner loves to spend time at the gym, writing and traveling. He is also avid film enthusiast.
Education
Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Doctor of Medicine
Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Specialties
Ophthalmologist
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Dr. Phoebe Ahn
OPTOMETRIST
Dr. Phoebe Ahn is a board-certified optometrist. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University and then received her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry, with an emphasis on Pediatrics. Dr. Ahn graduated as a member of Beta Sigma Kappa, the optometric honor society, and served as Vice President of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development at her school. She is professionally affiliated with the American Optometric Association and the New York State Optometric Association.
Her clinical interests include glaucoma management, pediatrics, and myopia management. Having grown up in the U.S., Korea, and Panama, Dr. Ahn is passionate about providing culturally competent care and taking a holistic approach when examining her patients.
In her free time, she enjoys long walks while listening to podcasts, trying out new restaurants, and reading.
Education
Undergraduate – Vanderbilt University, Bachelors of Science
Optometry School – SUNY College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Specialties
Optometrist
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Korean
