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Neuro-ophthalmologists at NYU Langone are vastly experienced in diagnosing and treating all neuro-ophthalmologic conditions, including conditions affecting the vision nerves, brain vision pathways, and eye movements. 

Recognition

U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” ranks NYU Langone the No. 1 hospital in the country for neurology and neurosurgery.

We commonly care for vision disorders including optic neuritis, ischemic optic neuropathy, optic nerve problems related to tumors, hereditary optic nerve disorders, pseudotumor cerebri, double vision, and nystagmus. If you are experiencing one of these conditions, you may have symptoms such as vision loss or double vision.

Dr. Laura Balcer and Dr. Steven Galetta Discuss Results

Neuro-ophthalmologist Dr. Laura Balcer and neurologist Dr. Steven Galetta examine scans on a computer.

Our physicians are highly skilled in diagnosing the underlying cause of these symptoms. Our doctors are also actively involved in research related to vision nerve problems and abnormal eye movements in multiple sclerosis, concussion, movement disorders, and other neurological conditions.