I had a detached retina and doctor gentile saved my eye from blindness I will always respect this gentleman and recommend him to anyone who has a eye problem a eye problem the best sir.

Submitted June 29, 2021

I was referred to Dr. Gentile once or twice in the past two years by my primary ophthalmologist for a consult. So I knew of him when I recently had a sudden, major emergency with my eyes.

I woke up one morning with my vision severely occluded. The condition got worse daily for a week or so. I could not read anything in print (including things like addresses on envelopes or bank account numbers and so forth), and within a few days everything outdoors was beginning to look fuzzy. It seemed that I might be going blind.

I made an appointment with Dr. Gentile. Almost instantly, he knew what the problem was, some kind of “stroke” affecting a blood vessel leading to my retina. He said there were several possible treatments. He said invasive surgery was too likely to result in damage to the blood vessel, but he would try a procedure that might work. He couldn’t be sure.

He gave me an injection and told me if there was improvement, I would probably notice it over a period of 24 hours. I came back two days later and Dr. Gentile was almost ecstatic about the results. The swelling in the critical artery had gone down and the blockage had eased. Within a day or two, my vision was restored. It seemed like a miracle.

Dr. Gentile is at top of his game, the best retinal specialist, I have been told, in New York. Yet -- one might not expect it -- he is a self-effacing and modest in demeanor, professional and efficient, yet friendly and reassuring.

He is the kind of doctor I admire the most, one who is not off-putting, who is personable, and who inspires total confidence because of his outstanding knowledge and skill, which is obvious even to someone with no medical expertise.

I have been back for follow up appointments and treatments. Dr. Gentile says I must be watched carefully for a possible recurrence. His office is pleasing to visit, from everything to the waiting room to the examining rooms.

I cannot say enough good words about the staff, from the receptionists to the technicians. The first day I was there I had to go to the eighth floor to be prepped for my treatment. A middle aged male technician injected dye into my eye, took images, and so forth. He was so nice and polite. The same goes for the woman technician who gave me a preliminary exam last week. She exhibited competence and professionalism.

I don’t know how one could go wrong with Dr. Gentile, and if you have a retinal condition or emergency, I would advise you to see him.

Submitted Dec. 8, 2018

I suffered a retinal detachment a year ago. After many procedures, I ended up in his office, in almost hopeless condition. Not only did he save my eye, but it was the best recovery experience. He is very thorough and patiently answers all questions ensuring you feel comfortable & have no lingering questions. A true professional that I wish I had gone to first.

Submitted Sept. 16, 2016

I am a patient of Dr. Gentile. I have seen dozens of eye doctors over the years and Dr. Gentile, is by far the best doctor I have ever come across. I say this due to his intense knowledge, his dedication & experience that he has used while operating on my eye. I have had serious eye issues that have baffled some doctors but Dr. Gentile uses his brain to figure things out & to correct my eye problems. Other doctors have given up on me & my vision but NOT Dr. Gentile. He's super professional, bright & a real visionary in the medical field. I highly recommend him to anyone with a retina problem.

Submitted Aug. 31, 2014

Dr. Gentile is a great doctor and a wonderful human being.I will forever be grateful for his incredible surgical skills, and I recommend him without reserations to anyone who needs eye surgery.

Submitted Feb. 10, 2010