Dr. Barrie D. Soloway, MD

Midtown Manhattan has no shortage of eye specialists, but finding one that balances precision with convenience can be a quiet relief. Dr. Barrie D. Soloway, MD operates from a ninth-floor suite at 160 E 56th St, just steps from the steady pulse of Lexington Avenue. The practice focuses on conditions that blur the line between routine and urgent—cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration—while offering refractive evaluations for those considering LASIK or lens implants. Routine exams and diabetic eye care round out the schedule, making it a practical stop for anyone tracking long-term eye health in the city. Across the street, the 59th Street subway complex keeps the neighborhood accessible without the tourist crush of Fifth Avenue. To confirm an appointment or ask about dilation timing, the number is (212) 758-3838. For directions or last-minute adjustments, the map can be found here.

Office hours tend to book quickly, so calling ahead is the surest way to secure a slot. The building itself sits among midtown’s mix of pre-war towers and glass storefronts, where lunch-hour crowds thin out by late afternoon. Those who work nearby often slip in during a break, while commuters from Brooklyn or Queens treat the visit as part of their regular uptown routine. No matter the reason, the address remains a fixed point on the city’s optical map.