Removal of blind or injured eyes

Losing vision in one eye or suffering a serious eye injury is life-changing. But sometimes, removing a blind or severely damaged eye is the best decision for your health, comfort, and emotional well-being. If you’re facing this difficult choice, you’re not alone — and help is closer than you think.

Dr. Alexander Rabinovich, a trusted ophthalmic plastic surgeon based in Brooklyn, New York, is here to guide you every step of the way with compassion, expertise, and a deep understanding of what you’re going through.

There are several reasons why a blind or injured eye might need to be surgically removed. While it’s always a last resort, the procedure can relieve pain, prevent complications, and even restore confidence.

Some common reasons for eye removal include:

• Severe trauma: An accident or injury that destroys the eye’s structure.
• Chronic eye pain: A blind eye that constantly hurts, even if it looks normal.
• Infection or inflammation: When these become uncontrollable and threaten surrounding tissues or the other eye.
• Tumors: Cancer inside or around the eye that cannot be treated while the eye remains.
• Cosmetic disfigurement: A blind or shrunken eye that has changed your appearance and affects your quality of life.

In all these cases, removal of the eye can bring relief — both physically and emotionally.

Dr. Rabinovich performs two types of eye removal procedures, depending on the case:

1. Enucleation
   This is the complete removal of the eye, often recommended when there is pain, infection, or risk to the healthy eye. The muscles and surrounding tissues are preserved to allow for future reconstruction.
2. Evisceration
   This procedure removes the contents of the eye but keeps the outer shell intact. It may be considered when there is no cancer or infection, and the goal is mostly cosmetic or to relieve discomfort.

In both cases, the goal is to prepare the area for a future ocular prosthesis — an artificial eye that looks natural and helps restore facial symmetry.

It’s normal to feel scared or unsure about what happens after eye removal surgery. But here’s the good news: most patients experience a major improvement in their quality of life.

• Pain relief: Chronic discomfort disappears.
• Better appearance: A prosthetic eye can look very natural.
• Emotional healing: No more daily reminders of trauma or illness.
• Confidence boost: You can move forward and live fully again.

And with the help of Dr. Rabinovich, your recovery will be handled with the highest level of care.

Dr. Rabinovich is a highly respected ophthalmic plastic surgeon who specializes in delicate and complex surgeries around the eyes. With years of experience and hundreds of successful cases, he combines medical excellence with a deep sense of empathy.

• A personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
• Gentle, clear explanations and honest advice.
• State-of-the-art techniques to reduce discomfort and speed up recovery.

• A beautiful, natural-looking prosthetic eye when you’re ready.
• A support system — because you deserve to feel safe and supported.

1. Consultation: Dr. Rabinovich meets with you to examine your eye and talk through your history and concerns.
2. Planning: Together, you’ll choose the right procedure and timeline.
3. Surgery: The operation is done in a sterile, controlled setting with the best surgical tools.
4. Healing: The initial healing phase takes a few weeks.
5. Prosthetic fitting: Once the area has healed, a custom artificial eye is fitted by a specialist.
6. Follow-up care: Dr. Rabinovich and his team are available to support you at every stage.

You're Not Alone — And You Will Be Okay

The thought of losing an eye is overwhelming — but you are not your injury. With the right care, you can feel whole again. Dr. Alexander Rabinovich has helped many patients regain their comfort, appearance, and peace of mind after eye removal surgery.

Located in Brooklyn, New York, his clinic is open for consultations, and appointments can be scheduled easily through the website chat or directly via ZocDoc.

If you’re struggling with a blind or painful eye, don’t wait. There are safe, compassionate solutions — and a doctor who truly understands what you need.