Dr. Irene Rusu, MD

Dr. Irene Rusu, MD

Ophthalmologist

8721 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11209

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I was very concerned when I heard I had a retinal tear in my left eye. After a thorough examination by Dr. Rusu she said it was slight, that it should be watched, and that it may have been there for a long time. She wanted me to cShow moreome back in 2 weeks for another checkup. Dr Rusu was comforting and professional.

Serena M. • July 21, 2026

Dr. Rusu is a caring, competent doctor and eye surgeon. The results of the laser surgery were a complete success. I would highly recommend the doctor to anyone in need of retina specialist. Robert Agoglia

Robert A. • September 09, 2026

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About Dr. Irene Rusu, MD

Irene Rusu, MD, is a fellowship-trained surgical and medical retinal specialist at Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. She is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

She received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Chicago in Illinois. Dr. Rusu completed her ophthalmology residency at the New York University School of Medicine and her fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College/NY Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. 

Dr. Rusu is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Her research interests include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and the medical and surgical treatment of retinal diseases. She has published, researched, and presented at national conferences of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists, and the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. 

Dr. Rusu has received numerous awards for her research, including the University of Chicago Ophthalmology and Visual Science Award for outstanding performance in ophthalmology.


Services, Conditions and Procedures

Cataract Surgery

Contact Lenses

Corneal Transplant

Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

Diabetic Eye Care

Dry Eye

Eye Exam

Eyelid Surgery

Floaters

General Eye Exams

Glaucoma

Keratoconus

LASIK Eye Surgery

Macular Degeneration

Red Eyes

Retinal Diseases


Locations (2)

Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge

8721 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY, 11209

2960 Ocean Avenue
4th Floor
Brooklyn, NY, 11235


More About Dr. Irene Rusu, MD

NPI Number

1083915060

Provider's Gender

Female


Reviews

4.89
342 Reviews

Very friendly and knowledgeable

Joseph M. • October 14, 2026

Excellent experience. Dr Rusu very good doctor.

Theodore N. • October 14, 2026

Knowledgeable, pleasant and was in and out of the office in and hour. Excellent!

Michael A. • October 10, 2026

Efficient polite respectful

Wallace R. • October 06, 2026

Competent

Maria M. • October 03, 2026

Wonderful staff, thorough information from kind doctor—only complaint is the waiting time. Too many patients are booked at same time or too close to one another causing a backlog. Tests and examination take approximately 30-45 minutes but the time in the office is over an hour so an 9am appt has you leaving at 10:30.

Patricia M. • October 02, 2026

Excellent doctor, great staff

Michael B. • October 01, 2026

Would recommend

Andres S. • September 30, 2026

She is very good very friendly thanks for her

Rabiye B. • September 29, 2026

Went right to the problem and looks like my problem is solved I hope

Anthony M. • September 22, 2026

Very professional and pleasant

Gary T. • September 16, 2026

A very attentive doctor.

Aslan I. • September 15, 2026

Dr. Rusu is a caring, competent doctor and eye surgeon. The results of the laser surgery were a complete success. I would highly recommend the doctor to anyone in need of retina specialist. Robert Agoglia

Robert A. • September 09, 2026

Dr. Rusu has been treating my retina for more than a year; she is very concerned and caring, and my eye condition has improved. Thank you, Dr. Rusu.

Maher A. • September 09, 2026

I was very pleased with the reception I received. Thank you very much.

Phyllis R. • August 19, 2026

Visiting the practice I found all office and tech very professional I was called on my appointed time the doctor checked my eyes and explained my condition answered my questions I felt very comfortable

Grafton A. • August 18, 2026

Very good

Maria Teresa D. • August 12, 2026

Extremely satisfied

Saju T. • August 10, 2026

Dr. Rusu engaged me directly and listened carefully. Her assessment of the scans was thorough and easy to understand. All the staff were efficient and friendly.

Sylvia K. • August 06, 2026

She is a very good doctor and a pleasant person

Gilbert S. • August 06, 2026

i was pleased with the scope and thoroughness of the examination. Diane

Diane L S. • August 06, 2026

Dr. Rudy took me as an emergency appointment was was seen within 15 minutes. Doctor was friendly, polite and understanding.

Gerard L. • August 01, 2026

Wait was not too long and she is pleasant and very efficient

James S. • July 29, 2026

Personal muy amable. La Dra muy profesional la recomiendo 100 %

Armando A. • July 22, 2026

I was very concerned when I heard I had a retinal tear in my left eye. After a thorough examination by Dr. Rusu she said it was slight, that it should be watched, and that it may have been there for a long time. She wanted me to come back in 2 weeks for another checkup. Dr Rusu was comforting and professional.

Serena M. • July 21, 2026

The best.

Elizabeth S. • July 16, 2026

Amazing Doctor, love the team and highly recommend

Marlon T. • July 16, 2026

Front desk very efficient and friendly. I was called only 15 minutes after my scheduled appointment. The techs were pleasant and explained what was going to occur. Dr Rusu was very pleasant and thorough. Patiently answered all questions. Checkout was effortless. The waiting room is roomy w a tv to help pass the wait. Highly recommend this practice.

Ellen B. • July 07, 2026

I am very grateful, to have Doctor Rusu as my eye Dr She's very gentle with me, She's a very nice Doctor. I can see much better since she is taking care of my eyes lots of improvement

Veronica B. • June 30, 2026

Very professional. Organized

Ciro P. • June 24, 2026

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