Dr. Michael B. Raizman

About the Doctor

Dr. Michael B. Raizman is a highly experienced ophthalmologist in Boston, Massachusetts, with more than 21 years of practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School, completed a transitional year internship at TMC Health Medical Education (THMEP) (1982–1983), an ophthalmology residency at the University of Michigan Health System (1983–1986), a second ophthalmology residency at Mass General Brigham/Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School (1986–1987), and a fellowship in allergy and immunology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (1988–1991). Dr. Raizman is recognized as a Patients’ Top Choice, reflected in his 4.8/5 patient rating based on 87 reviews. Patients describe him as skilled, attentive, and calm, with clear communication and thorough answers to questions. He has been designated an “Expert” in three conditions, with clinical expertise including glaucoma, cataract surgery, cataracts, and eye inflammation/conjunctivitis. His subspecialties include cataract‑related and retinal disease. He currently accepts new patients and is affiliated with numerous top‑ranked hospitals and surgery centers.

• Patients’ Top Choice awardee with a 4.8/5 rating (87 reviews)

• Over 21 years of experience; fellowship in allergy/immunology and dual ophthalmology residencies

• Expert in glaucoma, cataract surgery, and eye inflammation

• Accepts new patients; affiliated with Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Massachusetts General Hospital (Honor Roll)

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Michigan Medical School
Residency –

• University of Michigan Health System, Ophthalmology, 1983–1986

• Mass General Brigham/Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School, Ophthalmology, 1986–1987

Fellowship/Additional Training –

• TMC Health Medical Education (THMEP), Internship (Transitional Year), 1982–1983

• Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology, 1988–1991

Medical Conditions Treated

• Glaucoma

• Cataracts

• Eye inflammation and conjunctivitis

• Visual impairment and blindness

• Age‑related macular degeneration (retinal disease subspecialty)

• Diabetic retinopathy

• Floaters and flashes

• Retinal tears or detachments

• Dry eye syndrome

• Corneal abrasions and infections

Medical Procedures Performed

• Cataract surgery (including advanced intraocular lens implants)

• Glaucoma surgery (trabeculectomy, tube shunts) and laser (selective laser trabeculoplasty, laser peripheral iridotomy)

• Intravitreal injections (for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy)

• Laser capsulotomy (YAG) after cataract surgery

• Comprehensive dilated eye exams

• Optical coherence tomography (OCT)

• Visual field testing

• Corneal topography

• Pterygium excision

Services Offered

Dr. Raizman provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care, with a focus on cataract, glaucoma, and retinal diseases. He performs thorough ophthalmic examinations to diagnose and manage age‑related and diabetic eye conditions. For cataract patients, he offers modern surgical techniques with premium lens options. For glaucoma, he provides medical therapy, laser procedures, and incisional surgery. He also treats eye inflammation and retinal diseases with injections and monitoring. Dr. Raizman is known for clear communication, taking time to answer questions, and creating a calm, reassuring environment. He performs surgeries at multiple Boston‑area hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers, including a “Best ASC in Ophthalmology.” Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Comprehensive eye exams and vision testing

• Cataract evaluation and surgery (including premium IOLs)

• Glaucoma diagnosis and management (medical, laser, surgical)

• Intravitreal injections for retinal disease

• Diagnosis and treatment of eye inflammation (conjunctivitis, uveitis)

• Diabetic eye disease screening and treatment

• Pre‑operative and post‑operative surgical care

• Dry eye treatment

• YAG laser capsulotomy

Accepted Insurances

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

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

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

• HCSC (HMO, POS, PPO)

• Humana (HMO, Medicare, PPO)

• Medica (PPO)

• Molina (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare)

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

Practice Locations

Address: 50 Staniford St, Ste 600, Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 367-4800

Hospital Affiliations

• Massachusetts Eye and Ear Hospital – Boston, MA 

• Massachusetts General Hospital – Boston, MA

• Tufts Medical Center – Boston, MA 

• Beverly Hospital-Massachusetts – Beverly, MA

• Boston Medical Center-Brighton – Brighton, MA

• Mount Auburn Hospital – Cambridge, MA

• Boston Eye Surgery & Laser Center Trust – Boston, MA

• Boston Eye Surgery & Laser Center – Waltham, MA (Best ASC in Ophthalmology)