28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Douros, Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Stella Douros is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Douros graduated from Albert Einstein and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF RETINA SPECIALISTS, and NEW YORK STATE OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SOCIETY. Dr. Douros is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Douros’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Douros’s office at (718) 238-2336.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Douros?
Dr. Stella Douros is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Douros empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract-Complex, Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retina/Vitreous Surgery, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Douros is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Douros go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical fellow, Ophthalmology, Deaconess Hospital, Boston, MA, 1996 Clinical fellow, Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA, 1995 1996 Vitreoretinal, Beetham Eye Institute/Joslin Diabetes Center/Harvard medical School, 1995 1996 | Vitreo-Retinal, Beetham Eye Institute-Joslin Diabet
Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Lenox Hill Hospital | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Douros board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stella Douros is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 1998, American Board of Ophthalmology since 2009
What languages does Dr. Douros speak?
Dr. Douros and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Douros treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Douros diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Douros. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
- H353111: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Douros perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Douros performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Douros. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Vitreous Substitute Injection in Eye
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Fluid-Gas Exchange Eye Surgery
- Vitreous Injection
- Pars Plana Injection
- Limbal Approach Eye Injection
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 67025: Injection of vitreous substitute, pars plana or limbal approach (fluid-gas exchange), with or without aspiration (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Douros accept my insurance?
Dr. Douros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 238-2336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Douros accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Douros in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Douros' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Retina Specialists
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS
Fellow
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY
Fellow
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF RETINA SPECIALISTS
Member
NEW YORK STATE OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Member
Awards
New York Super Doctors
What is Dr. Douros's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Douros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649361072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Douros?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Douros
What is Dr. Stella Douros's specialty?
Dr. Douros is a Ophthalmologist near Brooklyn, NY. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Douros to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stella Douros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Douros is affiliated with New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn) which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Stella Douros accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stella Douros is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stella Douros offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Douros's office at (718) 238-2336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stella Douros?
Please contact Dr. Douros's office at (718) 238-2336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stella Douros have?
Dr. Stella Douros is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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