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Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD

(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: Eye Disease Ophthalmology (Corneal and External Diseases)

New York University (NYU) School of Medicine

Professional interests include: stye , uveitis, laser surgery, and more.

345 East 37th Street Suite #210
New York, NY 10016

(212) 922-1430

Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD is a cornea specialist in New York, NY specializing in eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases). He graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System, NYU Langone Health and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

Office Locations

Address:

345 East 37th Street Suite #210
New York, NY 10016

Some issues Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"There is increasing evidence that ultraviolet light causes, or at least accelerates, the two most common serious eye conditions related to aging," said Dr. Robert Cykiert, an ophthalmologist at...”—"SUNGLASSES CAN BLOCK HARMFUL RAYS", Desert News, June 2022

“Dr. Robert Cykiert, a clinical associate professor of ophthalmology at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City, previously told CBS This Morning that the device would be "like night and day"...”—"FDA-approved bionic eye Argus II aims to restore some vision in the blind", CBS Boston, October 2013

“Dr. Robert Cykiert, a clinical associate professor of ophthalmology at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City, described the device's effects on patients as night and day -- as if someone was...”—"FDA approves first artificial retina for people with rare eye disease", CBS Boston, February 2013

capsulotomy	15
eye procedures	2798
laser treatment	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	182

**Gender**
Male	340
Female	582

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	808
Black	43
Hispanic	24
Asian	30
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	342
From 75 to 84	362
85 and over	199
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	38
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

capsulotomy	14
eye procedures	2787
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	20
laser treatment	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	104

**Gender**
Male	342
Female	593

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	810
Black	45
Hispanic	27
Asian	30
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	370
From 75 to 84	358
85 and over	187
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	38
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

capsulotomy	20
excision	22
eye procedures	2596
laser treatment	42
ultrasound (sonogram)	119

**Gender**
Male	702
Female	1122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1574
Black	86
Hispanic	64
Asian	58
Other	42
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	704
From 75 to 84	702
85 and over	376
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

capsulotomy	19
excision	19
eye procedures	3126
laser treatment	38
ultrasound (sonogram)	192

**Gender**
Male	386
Female	620

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	857
Black	37
Hispanic	35
Asian	43
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	415
From 75 to 84	364
85 and over	205
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

capsulotomy	14
excision	24
eye procedures	3537
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	27
laser treatment	38
ultrasound (sonogram)	190

**Gender**
Male	399
Female	669

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	905
Black	45
Hispanic	31
Asian	43
Other	44
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	436
From 75 to 84	407
85 and over	207
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

eye procedures	3547
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	32
ultrasound (sonogram)	161

**Gender**
Male	380
Female	640

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	845
Black	43
Hispanic	26
Asian	47
Other	59
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	422
From 75 to 84	390
85 and over	192
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

capsulotomy	23
eye procedures	3221
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	24
laser treatment	22
ultrasound (sonogram)	147

**Gender**
Male	395
Female	651

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	869
Black	37
Hispanic	27
Asian	51
Other	62
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	447
From 75 to 84	390
85 and over	194
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

eye procedures	2185
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	50
ultrasound (sonogram)	106

**Gender**
Male	326
Female	483

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	663
Black	35
Hispanic	24
Asian	33
Other	54
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	358
From 75 to 84	303
85 and over	135
Less than 65	13

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

capsulotomy	13
eye procedures	4137
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	59
laser treatment	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	162

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD treated as a cornea specialist in New York, NY were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	16
excision	21
eye procedures	3107
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	35
laser treatment	26
ultrasound (sonogram)	151

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD.

**Gender**
Male	327
Female	536

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	37
Asian / Pacific Islander	33
Non-Hispanic White	733
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	25
Other	33

**Age**
75 to 84	327
85 and over	169
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	349

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	12
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD graduated from New York University (NYU) School of Medicine. He completed residency at Montefiore Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: New York University (NYU) School of Medicine

Residency: Montefiore Medical Center (1980)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (1981)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

NYU Langone Health

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna HMO, CIGNA Medicare, MagnaCare PPO, Oxford Liberty, CIGNA PPO, Aetna Medicare, Aetna POS, Oxford Freedom, Oxford Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Aetna, Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, PHCS PPO, Beech Street PPO, United Healthcare EPO, Aetna Indemnity, PHP, Medicare - NY, Medicare - NJ and UPN Elite.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna HMO

CIGNA Medicare

MagnaCare PPO

Oxford Liberty

CIGNA PPO

Aetna Medicare

Aetna POS

Oxford Freedom

Oxford Medicare Advantage

United Healthcare

Aetna

Empire BlueCross BlueShield PPO

Medicaid

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

Cigna

United Healthcare PPO

United Healthcare POS

United Healthcare HMO

PHCS PPO

Beech Street PPO

United Healthcare EPO

Aetna Indemnity

PHP

Medicare - NY

Medicare - NJ

UPN Elite

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Robert Cykiert, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Shire North American Group Inc	$70,509 XIIDRA $70,448	$61
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$59,303 CEQUA $59,080	XELPROS $192	Bromsite $31
Allergan Inc.	$27,728 RESTASIS $24,261	LUMIGAN $533	COMBIGAN $47	NATRELLE IMPLANTS $22	$2,865
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.	$1,181 DEXTENZA $1,181
Actavis Pharma Inc	$734 RESTASIS $734
Other	$1,461 Rhopressa $248	OMNI $202	CLAREON $140	Radius XR $128	Simbrinza $125	Other $617

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$93,700
Honoraria	$31,200
Travel and Lodging	$20,452
Food and Beverage	$10,690
Consulting Fee	$4,857
Other	$18

Biography

Dr. Robert Cykiert is an eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases) specialist in New York, NY. He is a graduate of New York Medical College and a graduate of Montefiore Medical Center's residency program. These areas are among his clinical interests: conjunctivitis (pink eye), uveitis, and eye floater. Dr. Cykiert has received a 4.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He seems to be an in-network provider for Blue California, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, and Viant, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Cykiert's professional affiliations include Mount Sinai Health System and NYU Langone Medical Center.