Dr. Anil Birdi

About the Doctor

Dr. Anil Birdi is an ophthalmologist with 11‑20 years of experience, practicing in Toms River, New Jersey. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine, completed an internal medicine internship at OhioHealth/Riverside Methodist Hospital (2012‑2013), and then an ophthalmology residency at Temple University Hospital (2013‑2016). Dr. Birdi is affiliated with Shore Eye Associates Pa and multiple hospitals, including Community Medical Center‑Toms River and Hackensack University Medical Center. He has earned a “Patients’ Top Choice” award with a 4.9/5 patient rating from 320 reviews and seven patient awards for making time, listening attentively, explaining clearly, thorough exams, and great bedside manner. His clinical expertise includes cataract surgery, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and general cataract evaluation. He is accepting new patients and accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.

• 11‑20 years of experience in ophthalmology

• Patients’ Top Choice with 4.9/5 rating from 320 reviews

• Expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma, and macular degeneration

• Affiliated with top‑ranked hospitals including Hackensack University Medical Center

• Accepting new patients and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – Ohio State University College of Medicine
Residency – Temple University Hospital, Ophthalmology (2013‑2016)
Fellowship/Additional Training – OhioHealth/Riverside Methodist Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine (2012‑2013)

Medical Conditions Treated

• Cataracts

• Glaucoma

• Age‑related macular degeneration

• Diabetic retinopathy

• Dry eye syndrome

• Refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism)

• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• Corneal abrasions and infections

• Retinal tears and detachments

• Floaters and flashes

Medical Procedures Performed

• Cataract surgery (phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation)

• Laser cataract surgery (femtosecond‑assisted)

• Glaucoma laser procedures (selective laser trabeculoplasty – SLT)

• Glaucoma surgery (trabeculectomy, drainage implants)

• Intravitreal injections (for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy)

• Laser retinal surgery (panretinal photocoagulation, focal laser)

• Pterygium excision

• Corneal foreign body removal

• Comprehensive dilated eye examination

• Refraction for glasses and contact lenses

Services Offered

Dr. Birdi provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care for patients of all ages, from routine vision exams to advanced surgical interventions. His practice emphasizes patient education, clear communication, and a compassionate approach. Services include diagnostic eye examinations, treatment of cataracts and glaucoma, management of age‑related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease, and surgical procedures such as cataract extraction and glaucoma surgery. He uses modern technology including laser‑assisted cataract surgery and intravitreal injections. He works closely with optometrists and retinal specialists to coordinate care. New patients are welcome, and urgent eye problems are seen promptly.

• Comprehensive eye exams – visual acuity, refraction, slit‑lamp exam, tonometry, dilated fundus exam

• Cataract care – diagnosis, pre‑operative assessment, cataract surgery (standard and laser‑assisted), post‑operative follow‑up

• Glaucoma management – intraocular pressure measurement, visual field testing, optic nerve imaging, medical therapy (eye drops), laser and surgical interventions

• Medical retina services – diagnosis and treatment of age‑related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions (including intravitreal injections)

• Dry eye treatment – tear film evaluation, punctal plugs, prescription eye drops, lifestyle recommendations

• Laser procedures – SLT for glaucoma, YAG capsulotomy after cataract surgery, retinal laser for diabetic retinopathy

• Emergency eye care – evaluation of red eye, foreign body, corneal abrasion, sudden vision loss

• Pre‑operative and post‑operative care for cataract and glaucoma surgeries

• Coordination with optometrists for routine vision correction and glasses/contact lens prescriptions

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (HMO, Medicare, PPO)

• Humana (HMO, Medicare, PPO)

• Regence Health Plans (PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 20 Mule Rd, Toms River, NJ, 08755
Phone: (732) 349-5622

Hospital Affiliations

• Community Medical Center – Toms River, New Jersey

• Hackensack University Medical Center at Hackensack Meridian Health – Hackensack, New Jersey 

• Ocean County Eye Associates – Toms River, New Jersey (ambulatory surgery center)