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About Me
Dr. Landa is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Retina Services at the Department of Ophthalmology of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary (NYEEI). Dr. Landa is full-time faculty member at the Department of Ophthalmology of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary with focused expertise in the surgery of the complex cataract, intraocular lens malposition, macula, retina, and vitreous diseases. He utilizes cutting-edge surgical techniques to provide exceptional care for patients suffering from a range of ocular conditions, including diabetic ocular complications, retinal tears, and age-related macular degeneration.
In addition to his clinical duties and administrative responsibilities, as a Vice-Chair for Clinical Integration of the Department of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai, Dr. Landa is an active researcher committed to advancing the field of ophthalmology. He is currently engaged in both basic and clinical research focused on developing innovative treatments for age-related macular degeneration, inherited retinal degeneration, and other ocular diseases. At the Advanced Retinal Imaging Center at NYEEI, he is also pioneering new retinal imaging techniques to enhance diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
In regards to his educational background, he received his medical degree from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology, before completing his residency in ophthalmology at the Kaplan Hospital. He also completed a two-year vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at NYEEI, renowned for being one of the oldest and busiest eye hospitals in the United States. Consistently ranked among the nation's top ophthalmic institutions by the U.S. News and World Report, NYEEI offers an ideal environment for Dr. Landa to advance his clinical practice and research.
As a dedicated cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon, Dr. Landa specializes in both surgical and medical management of various retinal conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusions, and pediatric retinal diseases. His comprehensive approach includes advanced techniques like laser surgery, intraocular injections, scleral buckles, vitrectomies, and secondary intraocular lens implants. Thanks to his highly esteemed reputation and expertise, Dr. Landa is “refer-to” cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon for many optometrists, ophthalmologists and retina colleagues across New York City with its five boroughs, East New Jersey and Long Island.
Dr. Landa has authored more than 40 original scientific articles in peer reviewed publications and book chapters, primarily on the area of retinal disease and surgery. He has given more than 90 national and international presentations of his research work at major ophthalmology conferences and meetings.
Dr. Landa has been awarded multiple prestigious awards, including Senior Honor Award fromAmerican Society of Retinal Specialists, Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service, The John S. Hermann, MD, Memorial Award for Excellence in Teaching, The Jorge. N. Buxton, MD, Microsurgical Educator Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Microsurgical Training of the Ophthalmology Residents, Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.
Dr. Landa is dedicated to mentoring medical students, ophthalmology residents and vitreoretinal fellows in the field of vitreoretinal diseases at the Retina Center of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.
Dr. Landa speaks Russian, Hebrew and Spanish. In his spare time, Dr. Landa enjoys spending time with his wife and their two sons.
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- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- Mount Sinai Brooklyn
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
About Me
Dr. Landa is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Retina Services at the Department of Ophthalmology of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary (NYEEI). Dr. Landa is full-time faculty member at the Department of Ophthalmology of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary with focused expertise in the surgery of the complex cataract, intraocular lens malposition, macula, retina, and vitreous diseases. He utilizes cutting-edge surgical techniques to provide exceptional care for patients suffering from a range of ocular conditions, including diabetic ocular complications, retinal tears, and age-related macular degeneration.
In addition to his clinical duties and administrative responsibilities, as a Vice-Chair for Clinical Integration of the Department of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai, Dr. Landa is an active researcher committed to advancing the field of ophthalmology. He is currently engaged in both basic and clinical research focused on developing innovative treatments for age-related macular degeneration, inherited retinal degeneration, and other ocular diseases. At the Advanced Retinal Imaging Center at NYEEI, he is also pioneering new retinal imaging techniques to enhance diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
In regards to his educational background, he received his medical degree from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology, before completing his residency in ophthalmology at the Kaplan Hospital. He also completed a two-year vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at NYEEI, renowned for being one of the oldest and busiest eye hospitals in the United States. Consistently ranked among the nation's top ophthalmic institutions by the U.S. News and World Report, NYEEI offers an ideal environment for Dr. Landa to advance his clinical practice and research.
As a dedicated cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon, Dr. Landa specializes in both surgical and medical management of various retinal conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vascular occlusions, and pediatric retinal diseases. His comprehensive approach includes advanced techniques like laser surgery, intraocular injections, scleral buckles, vitrectomies, and secondary intraocular lens implants. Thanks to his highly esteemed reputation and expertise, Dr. Landa is “refer-to” cataract and vitreoretinal surgeon for many optometrists, ophthalmologists and retina colleagues across New York City with its five boroughs, East New Jersey and Long Island.
Dr. Landa has authored more than 40 original scientific articles in peer reviewed publications and book chapters, primarily on the area of retinal disease and surgery. He has given more than 90 national and international presentations of his research work at major ophthalmology conferences and meetings.
Dr. Landa has been awarded multiple prestigious awards, including Senior Honor Award fromAmerican Society of Retinal Specialists, Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service, The John S. Hermann, MD, Memorial Award for Excellence in Teaching, The Jorge. N. Buxton, MD, Microsurgical Educator Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Microsurgical Training of the Ophthalmology Residents, Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.
Dr. Landa is dedicated to mentoring medical students, ophthalmology residents and vitreoretinal fellows in the field of vitreoretinal diseases at the Retina Center of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.
Dr. Landa speaks Russian, Hebrew and Spanish. In his spare time, Dr. Landa enjoys spending time with his wife and their two sons.
Language
Position
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- Mount Sinai Brooklyn
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Clinical Focus
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Cataract
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Eye Contusion
- Eye Inflammation
- Eye Trauma / Removal of Foreign Body / Corneal Abrasion
- Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
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Education
MD, Technion Israel Institute of Technology
Residency, Other, Not Listed
Kaplan Hospital
Fellowship, Vitreo - Retinal Disease
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Fellowship, Ophthalmology
New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Awards
2015
The Jorge. N. Buxton, MD, Microsurgical Educator Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Microsurgical Training of the Ophthalmology Residents, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
2012
Senior Honor Award, American Society of Retina Specialists
Resident Award for Outstanding Teaching and Dedicated Service, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
The John S. Hermann, MD, Memorial Award for Excellence in Teaching, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
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- NYEE - Tribeca77 Worth Street, New York, NY, 10013
- New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai310 East 14th Street, South Building, 319, New York, NY, 10003
- NYEE - Carle Place393 Old Country Road, 3rd Floor, Suite 301, Carle Place, NY, 11514
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Publications
Selected Publications
- Development of cystoid macular edema after uneventful cataract surgery in eyes with a history of vitrectomy using silicone oil versus gas tamponade. Jeanette Du, Gennady Landa. Eye
- Modified Endolaser Instrument for Chandelier Scleral Buckling. Nilesh Raval, Yafeng Li, Alexander Pinhas, Gennady Landa, Avnish Deobhakta, Richard B. Rosen. Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases
- Amniotic Membrane Patching to Assist Closure of Recalcitrant Macular Holes. Jessica Lee, Michael Chua, Michael Jansen, Jerome Giovinazzo, Brittany Powell, Avnish Deobhakta, Amanda Wong, Daniel Zhu, Philip J. Ferrone, Ronald Gentile, Gennady Landa, Alan Dayan, Aryeh Pollack, Richard Rosen. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers and Imaging Retina
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Industry Relationships
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology companies, and other outside entities to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their outside financial relationships.
Dr. Landa has not yet completed reporting of Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology companies, and other outside entities to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their outside financial relationships.
Dr. Landa has not yet completed reporting of Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.