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Dr Ian Howard Kaden, MD

Ophthalmology

Randolph, NJ 07869 (1 other location)

39 Years of Experience Accepting New Patients

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Ian Kaden, M.D. is a fellowship trained corneal specialist and board certified ophthalmologist with more than twenty years experience in private practice. He was educated at Brown University, Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He did ophthalmology training at Albert Einstein School of Medicine and a corneal fellowship at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Following his training, Dr. Kaden practiced as a corneal specialist in East Lansing, Michigan and West Orange, NJ. In 1995, he opened his own medical practice in Randolph, New Jersey. Over the past two decades this practice has treated more than twenty thousand patients. Dr. Kaden is widely recognized as an expert in refractive, cataract, and corneal transplant surgeries. As a leader in the field of refractive eye surgery, Dr. Kaden has been active in the field since 1992. Refractive surgery was in its early days then, and radial keratotomy (RK), an incisional technique for reshaping …the cornea, was popular. Dr. Kaden trained in RK as a corneal surgery fellow and became a teacher of RK techniques to other ophthalmologists in Michigan and later in New Jersey. In 1994, he joined the Summit Laser team investigating the application of the excimer laser to refractive surgery. Laser refractive surgery ultimately replaced radial keratotomy because of its enhanced safety and accuracy. In 1999, Dr. Kaden became the Chief Surgeon at Pyramid Laser Surgery Center in Manhattan. He performed LASIK surgery there for five years treating over a thousand patients. After leaving the Manhattan center, he focused exclusively on his New Jersey practice. He performs all refractive procedures at the Refractive Surgery Center of the Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center in Livingston, NJ. This ultra-modern facility offers access to state of the art instrumentation for refractive surgery. He now offers all laser custom LASIK surgery at an affordable price in this convenient center.

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121 Center Grove Rd Ste 3Randolph, NJ 07869

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accepting new patients
4.9

669 Ratings
39 years of experience
speaks French, English
Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
655 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr Kaden's Ratings and Reviews

4.9

669 Ratings with 655 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 21 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (638) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Had a good bedside manner: (617) Did WellNeeds Improvement (9)
Spent time with me: (649) Did WellNeeds Improvement (9)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (621) Did WellNeeds Improvement (11)
Flexible scheduling: (634) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Saw me in a timely manner: (90) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Staff was courteous: (621) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)

Patients consistently praise Dr. Ian Howard Kaden for his professionalism, expertise, and the positive outcomes of their eye surgeries, highlighting his attentive and thorough explanations throughout the process. Many patients expressed satisfaction with the care they received from Dr. Kaden and his capable staff, often mentioning the improved vision and the smooth experience from pre-op to post-op. While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few patients mentioned initial nervousness or apprehension about surgery, though Dr. Kaden's clear communication and expertise usually helped alleviate these concerns. No specific negative feedback about Dr. Kaden or his services was evident in the dataset.

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Dr. Kaden is very professional and is at the top of his class. Dr. Kaden listens and treats his patients like family. I would highly recommend Dr. Kaden to everyone looking for eye surgery. From his staff to everyone to surgery are all an asset. Thank you Dr. Kaden and everyone. John Offutt

February 24th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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nervous at first but was calmed as we went along

February 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr Kaden was very thorough in explaining the process. I went with the surgery recommended by the doctor. My vision has improved. I only need readers now for up close reading.

January 21st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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very professional

January 21st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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pleasant and professional

January 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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very professional

January 15th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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My entire experience from start to finish was very positive. The procedure and follow-up visits were well organized . The patient experience exceeded my expectations. I was very pleased with the outcome of my cataract surgery.

January 13th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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very happy with the prep., procedure, and post op.

January 13th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Good

January 13th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Long time patient of Dr Kaden's and recently had cataract surgery with him which was excellent.

January 9th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Ophthalmology

Blindness
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Diabetic Retinopathy
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Glaucoma
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Ophthalmology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

Albert Einstein Coll Med

Medical School

Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore MdGraduated in 1987

Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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