Daniel L. Elefant, MD

Daniel Elefant, MD is a board-certified neuro-ophthalmologist with a practice focused on optic neuropathy, optic neuritis, anisocoria, papilledema, visual field loss, temporal arteritis, multiple sclerosis-related and other demyelinating ophthalmic disease, and nystagmus. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at New York Medical College, followed by a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York, NY.

Dr. Elefant is a member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is an excellent and active teacher and the co-author of multiple research presentations and publications.

Dr. Elefant's specific interests include Optic nerve disorders including multiple sclerosis associated optic neuritis, myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease, and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.

“My neuro-ophthalmology practice covers some of the most complex conditions seen in our specialty. Solving the puzzle of unexplained vision loss, helping guide patients who need further neurologic workup, and the ability to truly save vision in cases where we identify a treatable cause is an honor and a privilege for me.” - Dr. Elefant

Professional Memberships

• North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
• American Academy of Ophthalmology

Awards/Professional Recognition

• Author, co-author, multiple research presentations and publications related to ophthalmology