Dr. Brian K. Berliner

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Kelly Hallman

Where do I even begin? In all honesty, the entire practice in Lake Grove is outstanding. Dr. Berliner is very professional and exceptionally thorough. I was told my a more specialized keratoconus specialist that I needed scleral contacts before he would consider more extreme procedures (e.x. corneal transplants) - the mark of a great doctor. He referred me to Dr. Berliner, and I am so glad that he did. Tara was wonderfully helpful (shes the best, really!) in conducting the first part of the exam and explaining how the scleral contacts work and what to expect with them. Dr. Berliner explained that since scleral contacts are relatively new, and require additional training, there are very few optometrists who deal with them. He then went on to describe why he does, and his explanation was quite simple and straight forward - he loves what he does, and it shows. Being able to correct someones vision and give them the literal gift of seeing the world in a completely new and clear way is most definitely one of the most rewarding prospects I could ever hope for. Ive never been happier to have such a caring and dedicated doctor (he recently told me that he is even going to another scleral conference on Friday, 7/28/17 so that he can learn as much as he can about them to be a better provider). I will admit that Ive been very resistant to contact lenses - glasses always seemed much easier, and I was very squeamish about putting anything near my eyes - let alone on them, but through constant practice with Tara, Ive overcome my discomfort and fears, and am able to put them in myself, usually within 15 minutes for my right eye, and on the first or second try with my left. Everything I needed was included with the ultimate price of the lenses: 3 boxes of cleaning solution (each with a new lens case), 2 bottles of eye drops, 93-day supply of sterile saline solution to fill the lenses; 2 scleral plungers (one for insertion, one for removal), and the lenses themselves. The bottom line was ~$2,500, since my insurance does not cover it; but since my condition is degenerative; and due to the specialists demands, I figured I didnt have much to lose. Just putting on the practice lens restored about 80% of my vision, and the additional prescription restores my sight to 20/20. I just got them last Thursday, and am, as such, still having some difficulty adjusting to them (they also seem to haze over on me more frequently than is normal), but Im confident that once we can fine tune what I need to do, and how to fix the hazing, I will be able to see incredibly clearly. I was wonderfully excited about the lenses when they were first ordered, and I remain excited to finally have a solution that will work above and beyond my usual glasses without necessitating invasive surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Berliner and his associates. They simply are the best!

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Cheryl Lambert

I have never written an online review of ANYTHING before, but after todays office visit, I felt I needed to share my experience: Dr. Berliner is absolutely fantastic! I have worn Rigid Gas Permeable contact lenses for almost 40 years (since I was 13) and over the last 10 years have had to wear reading glasses on top for reading as well as mid-range computer work and reading keyboard music. Per Dr. Berliners recommendation and after only one appointment and one fitting, I put in my new multi-focal RGPs and started crying for joy! I am able to see everything so crisply at every range! And such a comfortable fit on the first try! I have seen many optometrists through the years and all over the country...Southeast to Northwest and throughout the Midwest. I have NEVER had such great fitting contacts on the initial pair. Dr. Berliner uses state-of-the-art equipment to map out the precise shape of the eye and then confers with the laboratory to get the perfect fit the first time. I am so impressed!!! His wonderful support staff is very knowledgeable, professional and friendly, and even though I just moved into the area, they made me feel like Ive been coming there for years. Thank you all so very much!! Youve opened up a whole new world of perfect vision for me!!

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A Private User

I was in the same shopping center as Lenscrafter and decided to stop in because my 11 year old mentioned last week that he was having trouble seeing the board in school even though he already wears glasses. When we went in we were directed over to the doctor’s office, Dr. Brian Berliner- there was a bunch of people already there but they put us on the list and we were seen within 20 minutes. They did some tests on my son and explained what each test was for and answered his questions which made him very comfortable. When we saw Dr. Berliner he was very helpful and explained how quickly prescriptions can change for children. He gave us a bunch of different options between different glasses and even trying contacts (I didn’t know kids this young can wear contacts!) for my son and we ended up getting him new glasses which is has been really happy with. I would definitely recommend going to this location and will be back the next time my son’s prescription changes!

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Jorge Navarro

Dr. Berliner is a great eye care provider. I moved from Toronto to NY and one of my priorities was to find a good and caring eye doctor in whom I could trust. I found that and more in Dr. Berliner and his equally competent and caring staff. He is thourough and professional and at the same time he cares about the overall patient experience. He and his staff take the time to explain details about my eyes health and the options moving forward. He is always developing himself to keep abreast of the latest clinical and technological developments so that he can bring them back to his clinic here in Long Island. He showed me a fascinating "topographic" map of my cornea and for the first time I could see a visual representation of my astigmatism. We need more clinical providers who are as professional, competent, detail oriented and caring as Dr. Berliner and his staff

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Roberta Levine

When it comes to eye care the doctors inside of Lenscrafters are the best! No matter which doctor is on staff, they treat you with the utmost care and concern. I have found the doctors to be extremely knowledgeable during an exam and extremely helpful in making eyeglass decisions. A good friend recently had a severe eye problem and went to the office and was treated with such care and professionalism. She is certain that her vision was saved due to the wonderful treatment and care she received. My son. who had problems with contacts in the past is now problem free and for the first time enjoying his contact lenses thanks to the recommendations and education from the doctors and the highly professional staff. I would highly recommend the doctors office no matter what your eye care needs are!

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robert johnson

I was referred to this office for testing and possible treatment regarding an injury which has affected my sight amongst other things . The entire staff has been so kind ,caring and professional ....as I was to learn was a reflection of Dr. Berliner himself ! He takes the time to explain the examination ,the results and his plan of action ,in a very confident reassuring way ! I say he not only treats what u can see, but what u cant, as his attention to detail, personable demeanor ,helps to put your mind at ease, all while answering any and all questions you may have in a profesional ,calm manner.! Dr. Berliner and his staff truly care about their patients well being and I am one who is very grateful they do !!

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