What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.04
Average wait time
3.61
Bedside manner
4.02
“Dr. Stanciu was knowledgeable and a very clear communicator. She is very caring about her patients’ eye health.”
Aden S.August 29, 2024
“Everyone was kind and I appreciate the way I was treated I would recommend all my friends to make an appointment”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu
After graduating S.U.N.Y at Stony Brook Medical School, Dr. Stanciu completed her Ophthalmology residency training at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in New York in 1985. She now specializes in Retinal diseases, Advanced Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, Laser Surgery and Lasik.
Dr. Stanciu is a board certified Ophthalmologist with over 18 years experience in specialized medical and surgical eye care. Dr. Stanciu is both widely recognized and highly regarded for her ability to provide expert medical and surgical care, combining advanced medical specialization with warmth and sincere human empathy.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Cataract
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Cataract
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Office locations
Advanced Eye Care - Stanciu Eye MD (1 of 2)
70-25 Yellowstone Blvd, Forest Hills, NY 11375
1 of 2
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - State University of New York, Stony Brook, Doctor of Medicine
- The Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Winthrop-University Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
- Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, Fellowship in Medical Retina
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Retina Specialists
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1992737753
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.04
Wait time
3.61
Bedside manner
4.02
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325 reviews
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Dr. Stanciu was knowledgeable and a very clear communicator. She is very caring about her patients’ eye health.
August 29, 2024Aden S.Verified patient
Everyone was kind and I appreciate the way I was treated I would recommend all my friends to make an appointment
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
she is awesome!!! very easy to talk to , know what shes doing! i love the way i look. i will definitely be returning
March 28, 2024Nicole B.Verified patient
Doctor was extremely thorough. Very friendly office staff. Good communication! Not long wait. Definitely recommend.
June 11, 2023Initials hidden
She was very professional. She listened and took extra time to find the cause of my condition and the best way to treat it
November 10, 2021Thomas G.Verified patient
I was pleasantly surprised that Dr. Stanciu performed several tests to thoroughly research my conditions.
November 23, 2023James C.Verified patient
A lot of side conversations during my appointment, lack of attentiveness…provider was kind of rude and blunt
May 30, 2023Initials hidden
Dr Stanciu has been my opthalmologist for years now. She is very thorough and listens to what you have to say.
August 8, 2022Benjamin B.Verified patient
Excellent.
Dr. Was understanding and I'm so happy I went.
Will definitely go again. Great results.
March 3, 2023Karen S.Verified patient
Staff was very accommadating. Amazed, at their language skills. They spoke a few different languages.
July 15, 2013Initials hidden
very clean place, friendly staff, did not wait very long. Explained everything answered all my questions.
April 11, 2011Mariana L.Verified patient
Short wait time. Dr. Stanciu was very friendly and thorough. Pretty painless and I love the results!
July 4, 2021Linda C.Verified patient
Doctor Alina is professional she knows what she is doing, very honest and open about everything
December 14, 2022Agnieszka K.Verified patient
Dr stanciu was excellent. Explained everything very well...
Office staff was very friendly..
February 24, 2023Kim M.Verified patient
The staff were excellent. The doctor has lots of experience. All in all a very professional office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very clean office and professional environment. Knowledge doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
June 23, 2022Kathleen B.Verified patient
Doctor was condescending and unprofessional. I would not recommend booking an appointment with her.
July 20, 2016Kristina G.Verified patient
the rudest practice i have ever dealt with. not a single nice thing to say about these poor women.
January 27, 2016Joey S.Verified patient
Great experience, and the staff is very friendly. The office is clean and inviting!
April 27, 2023Heather B.Verified patient
Loved her
Very Kind very patient
My first time for any procedure
Will be going back soon
More than 1 year agoMary M.Verified patient
Not Black people friendly. Long wait with an appointment.Unprofessional environment.
February 12, 2018Alfonso R.Verified patient
Dr. was very friendly and listened to all my concern. made notes and very caring
February 16, 2021Karen M.Verified patient
From the time entered until I exited it was a wonderful experience
October 20, 2023Lisa I.Verified patient
Dr. Stanciu is terrific. Knew what I was hoping for. Professional and skilled.
May 22, 2020Barbara F.Verified patient
Very professional and knowledgeable. Great technique when injecting juvederm.
December 20, 2020Truly A.Verified patient
Dr. Stanciu and staff are professional and personable. Highly recommend.
May 7, 2021Regina M.Verified patient
Very nice first experience. Will definately make this my primary eye doctor.
April 13, 2011DR
Great experience--Very thankful and highly recommended to others
June 14, 2023Luiza B.Verified patient
There was absolutely no wait. I was seen immediately. So refreshing’
April 6, 2022Linda C.Verified patient
She is a first rate eye Dr and I would highly recommend her to anyone!!!
October 1, 2018Benjamin B.Verified patient
Best ophthalmologist in NY! Such a wonderful doctor and a human being!
More than 1 year agoPaul Z.Verified patient
Great location, friendly staff, and Dr. was awesome!
March 20, 2024Kristy P.Verified patient
She was wonderful! Love her and the staff was great. Great results
More than 1 year agoPaula L.Verified patient
I like the way the doctor treated me.
The staff is very friendly.
February 12, 2013Inna T.Verified patient
The Dr was knowledgeable and caring. Will definitely go back
October 3, 2021Christa W.Verified patient
Dr. Stanciu took care of all my needs. Wonderful experience.
March 4, 2020Patti B.Verified patient
muy buena Dr megusto su atencion mucha gracias Dr alina
March 2, 2013Kury A.Verified patient
The Dr was very nice and her staff was very helpful
April 5, 2021Julius T.Verified patient
Listens, attends to your needs, explains procedure.
January 25, 2021Elaine S.Verified patient
always very thorough - wouldn't use anybody else (<:
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
very nice , love how i got my appoitment right away
February 11, 2013Carinna B.Verified patient
The office is very small, and there were a lot of people there before me, making it very cramped. It was very loud, and you could hear what everyone was saying very clearly from the waiting room.
The tech took me back and interrupted me three times as I was trying to explain why I was there. I got through that and went back to the waiting room. The doctor arrived through the front door 30 minutes later and started seeing patients.
When it was my turn, I was rushed through. They didn't really ask me any questions, just told me that I need to come back for a follow up. It was less than 5 minutes total that I spent with any clinician.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
When I arrived at the office, it was packed. People were complaining about the long wait. I waited an additional 40 minutes before finally being seen. The doctor was extremely rude and bluntly told me that I could either get my glasses from her or not at all, as she would not provide a prescription to buy glasses elsewhere. She was unkind and did a poor job. She then showed me a few outdated glasses options. Despite telling me there was nothing wrong with my eyes and that I could use my existing prescription, she instructed me to return in a month. Overall, my experience was awful, and I do not plan on returning or recommending this eye doctor.
May 25, 2024Initials hidden
Ok
April 12, 2024Mirelys D.Verified patient
I’ll be going back for sure
More than 1 year agoMary B.Verified patient
Great! Definitely recommended and will be back!
February 1, 2024Jessica B.Verified patient
Dr. Stanciu is very professional and knowledgeable not only in her own field, but overall wellness. She recommended necessary tests done prior to procedures to make sure I benefit of the best care. Dr. Stanciu is very attentive of client's needs . I gladly recommend her as an expert. Thank you for your care!
January 24, 2024Simona C.Verified patient
Both times I went to my appointment I was on time, yet I was told to wait. The wait was for more than 2 hours. The last time I had an appointment, the Doctor was one hour and 45 minutes late. Once she arrived, she started seeing patients who were threatening to leave and were there for botox treatment. I was first in the queue, yet she saw me until I stood up and argued with them to be seen. I was there because of an eye infection. I received a condescending attitude from the doctor. She also treats her staff terribly.
January 22, 2024Bryan V.Verified patient
I am not one to leave bad reviews, but dr. Stanciu’s office will be the exception.
For reference, I’d purchased 20 units of Botox for a small amount in my forehead. I’m only 26, and I’ve been getting 20 units of preventative Botox from OVME for the last three years and am very familiar with the procedure.
I showed up to my appointment on time and ended up waiting for over an hour and a half. During which, they allowed patients who showed up an hour after I did to go ahead of me.
When the doctor finally saw me, she refused to treat me unless I purchased way more than the 20 units of Botox I had already purchased, and she didn’t let me say what I wanted to have done. I’m a pushover, but she was speaking to me in such a condescending and mean way that my boyfriend had to ask her if she could please speak more respectfully to me. I have never received such unprofessional behavior from any other clinic I’ve been to, and after she made me cry, I decided to leave and ask for a refund.
December 8, 2023Initials hidden
I had a 3 pm appointment with the doctor, i was advised she was late due to traffic and I was willing to work with her since their wasn't a lot of people waiting. I had to wait two hours before the doctor saw me, their was new patients coming into the office being seen by the doctor and leaving before. by the time I saw the doctor the office was empty, horrible experience just for a eye exam where she spent less then 10 minutes with me. No apologies given for the wait and no apologies for why people had been placed before me in error.
November 4, 2023Derrick M.Verified patient
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Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu has 2 office locations, including in Forest Hills and Naples, view full addresses on Dr. Kochoumian Stanciu's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu have?
Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu?
Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu speak?
Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, and Armenian.
How do patients rate Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu in reviews?
325 patients have reviewed Dr. Alina Kochoumian Stanciu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.04/5. They have a 4.02/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.61/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.