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Dr. Marc Sirota is Dr. Lippman’s surgical associate. They have worked together in the operating room for more than thirty years. Dr. Sirota is a graduate of The Bronx High School of Science, Rensselear Polytechnic Institute, and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai. He completed his residency in ophthalmology and ophthalmic surgery at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr Sirota is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Lippman, and Dr. Sirota utilize their considerable joint expertise, in planning and executing your surgical procedure to facilitate the best possible outcome.

James Kelly, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Eye Care & Surgery in New York City, which has has three convenient locations: in New York City, in the Bronx , and in New Rochelle. Dr. Kelly specializes in treating numerous eye disorders, including dry eyes, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Dr. Kelly attended Stuyvesant High School in Lower Manhattan and earned his undergraduate and medical school degrees at Georgetown University in Washington DC. He completed a surgical internship at New York’s Maimonides Medical Center in Borough Park, Brooklyn. There, he rotated through numerous specialties, including trauma surgery, general surgery, cardiothoracic intensive care, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and internal medicine.

Dr. Kelly finished his medical training with a residency in ophthalmology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Glen Oaks, Queens, where he served as chief resident. He maintains his advanced credentials to stay current with the latest advances in ophthalmology. Dr. Kelly also helps teach the Osler board review class.

He is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eye Care & Surgery. 

Jeremy M. Cotliar is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Eye Care & Surgery in New York City, which has has three convenient locations: in New York City, in the Bronx , and in New Rochelle. Dr. Cotliar specializes in glaucoma surgery, manual and laser-assisted cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK and PRK), and premium intraocular lens (IOL) technology.  He also performs Botox and filler injections in his office. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Cotliar received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Washington University in St. Louis and earned his medical degree at Albany Medical College in New York. Dr. Cotliar completed a three-year ophthalmology residency at Montefiore Medical Center at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. He then completed a year of training in glaucoma eye surgery at the University of California at Irvine, followed by a mini-LASIK fellowship with Dr. Michael Vrabec of Appleton, Wisconsin.

Dr. Cotliar is certified and experienced in minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS), including iStent, Kahook Dual-Blade goniotomy, OMNI canaloplasty/ goniotomy, Iridex micropulse laser, and many other procedures. Dr. Cotliar tailors individual plans for all of his surgery patients.

Dr. Cotliar is a member of the voluntary ophthalmology faculty at New York-Presbyterian Hospital of Columbia University, where he trains residents and fellows in cataract, glaucoma, pterygium, and other anterior segment eye surgeries.

Dr. Cotliar maintains his advanced credentials with continuing education to stay up to date with the latest developments in ophthalmology. He’s a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), and the American Glaucoma Society.

Dr. Cotliar has surgical privileges at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai in Manhattan’s East Village. He is currently accepting new patients and welcomes them to Eye Care & Surgery. 

Rajendra K. Bansal, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Eye Care & Surgery in New York City, which has has three convenient locations: in New York City, in the Bronx , and in New Rochelle. Dr. Bansal specializes in glaucoma surgery, and he’s performed thousands of glaucoma procedures throughout his career.

Dr. Bansal earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Delhi in India. He earned his medical degree from Maulana Azad Medical College in India, where he also completed his ophthalmology residency. He finished his educational training in New York City with a fellowship in glaucoma at the Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute of Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in Washington Heights, Manhattan, where he’s been on staff since.

Dr. Bansal is an associate clinical professor of ophthalmology at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. There, he trains residents and fellows and lectures at national meetings. He is the author of numerous articles in prestigious, peer-reviewed medical journals.

To keep up with the latest developments in ophthalmology, Dr. Bansal maintains his advanced credentials. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Laser Surgical Society, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, American Glaucoma Society, New York Glaucoma Society, and Glaucoma Society of India. 

Dr. Bansal is accepting new patients and warmly welcomes them to Eye Care & Surgery. 

Arthur M. Cotliar, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Eye Care & Surgery has three convenient locations: in New York City, in the Bronx , and in New Rochelle. Dr. Cotliar specializes in manual and laser-assisted cataract surgery, complicated cataracts, premium intraocular lens (IOL) technology, refractive surgery (LASIK and PRK), and anterior segment pathology, including glaucoma and corneal diseases.

He studied in New York City and received his undergraduate degree from Yeshiva University and his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Cotliar completed an ophthalmology residency at Lenox Hill Hospital and a fellowship in cataract surgery at the Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute of Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in Washington Heights, Manhattan.

Dr. Cotliar is an Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, where he trains residents and fellows. He lectures students and ophthalmologists nationally and has authored numerous articles in prestigious peer-reviewed journals and ophthalmology textbooks.

Throughout his career, Dr. Cotliar has performed many thousands of cataract surgeries. He has received extensive TV press coverage nationally and internationally for his innovative surgical procedures, especially keratoprosthesis – a highly specialized corneal operation that can restore vision in blind patients.

Dr. Cotliar maintains his credentials to stay up to date with the latest advances in ophthalmology. He’s a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Surgeons, American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, the New York State Clinical Ophthalmology Society, and the New York State IOL Society. 

Meet Dr. Marano

Matthew Marano Jr., MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist and nationally recognized leader in laser vision correction and advanced cataract surgery. As founder and director of Marano Eye Care — with offices in Denville, Livingston, and Newark, New Jersey — he brings subspecialty-level expertise to one of the region's most comprehensive ophthalmology practices.

Dr. Marano earned his undergraduate degree from Columbia University and his Doctor of Medicine from George Washington University School of Medicine. A trusted referral destination for colleagues throughout New Jersey, he has been named a New Jersey Monthly Top Doctor for more than a decade — a distinction reflecting both his surgical outcomes and his reputation among peers.

Among the first surgeons in the country to perform bladeless laser cataract surgery, Dr. Marano remains at the cutting edge of vision-restoring technology. His surgical expertise includes LenSx femtosecond laser cataract surgery, iLASIK with Advanced CustomVue wavefront mapping, implantation of advanced technology intraocular lenses (including multifocal, toric, and extended depth of field IOLs), and iStent microdevice implantation for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). His team performs more than 2,000 major eye surgeries annually in a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgical facility.

Beyond the operating room, Marano Eye Care offers comprehensive evaluation and medical management of glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, and a full spectrum of anterior and posterior segment conditions — all supported by the latest diagnostic and imaging technology.

Dr. Marano currently serves as Chief of Ophthalmology at Saint Barnabas Medical Center and Saint Michael's Medical Center, where he lectures regularly on surgical technique and the management of complex ocular disease. He also serves as Chief Medical Editor of Ophthalmology 360, a digital publication dedicated to advances in eye care.

Integrity, precision, and compassionate care define every aspect of Dr. Marano's practice — for patients and referring physicians alike.

Meet Dr. Decker

Edward Decker, MD, joined Marano Eye Care in 1996 and has provided the most cutting-edge ophthalmology services to patients since that time. He sees patients at the practice's three convenient locations in Denville, Livingston, and Newark, New Jersey.

Dr. Decker is an honor society graduate of Cornell University in New York City. He attended medical school at Upstate Medical University at Syracuse before completing his internship at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Decker served his residency at Summa Medical Center in Akron, Ohio, where he was selected to be Chief Resident senior year. As a Board Certified Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, Dr. Decker cares for most eye disorders in patients of all ages.

With a commitment to his patients, Dr. Decker's professional skills and expertise are complemented by his desire to serve his patients with the care and respect they deserve. He has a particular interest in refractive surgery, laser vision correction, and the use of lasers to treat both diabetes and glaucoma. Dr. Decker has been performing laser vision correction surgery since 1996 and has significant experience in this field. He performs bladeless LASIK with the VISX and Intralase lasers. His expertise helps his patients achieve excellent visual outcomes.

Dr. Decker has presented at national meetings, authored journal articles, and is frequently invited to speak to his colleagues and other medical professionals. He has received numerous civic awards for community service. Dr. Decker has traveled to Ghana to perform surgeries on those who did not have access to the health care we take for granted.

Outside of the office, Dr. Decker enjoys scuba diving, photography, tennis, and cheering his kids on during their sporting activities. He is married and lives with his wife, Laura, and their three children, Carly, Ellie, and Noah, in the West Essex area.

Dr. Sherief Raouf, MD is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist specializing in comprehensive eye care, cataract surgery, glaucoma management, corneal disease, and laser vision correction — including LASIK and PRK.

Dr. Raouf earned his Doctor of Medicine degree with honors from Stony Brook University School of Medicine, following his undergraduate studies at Swarthmore College. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the prestigious Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital and Northwell Health Eye Institute, then pursued advanced subspecialty training through a clinical fellowship in corneal and external ocular disease and refractive surgery.

His surgical expertise spans a broad range of vision-restoring and vision-enhancing procedures, including laser-assisted cataract surgery, advanced corneal surgery, corneal cross-linking (CXL), LASIK, and PRK. Dr. Raouf is equally skilled in the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease and complex ocular surface conditions.

A prolific researcher, Dr. Raouf has authored more than a dozen publications in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals. He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), staying at the forefront of advances in eye care.

Born and raised in Bergen County, New Jersey, Dr. Raouf is privileged to care for the community where he grew up. Outside the office, he cherishes time with his wife, son and new daughter.

About Dr. Todd J. Bragin

As a board-certified ophthalmologist, Todd Bragin, MD offers expert eye care services and surgeries to patients from in and around Lynbrook, New York. He provides a comprehensive array of services, including everything from general eye care and exams to advanced treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.

Dr. Bragin earned his medical degree at Northwestern University School of Medicine, one of the country’s leading private research and teaching universities, in Chicago, Illinois. He went on to serve his internship at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, and his Ophthalmology residency at Saint Vincent Hospital/Medical Center of New York.

During his final year, he served as the chief resident in Ophthalmology. He is board-certified and a fellow of both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Bragin has over 30 years of experience as an ophthalmologist committed to providing the best possible care to his patients, helping them reach full visual potential. He stays up-to-date with emerging technologies in ophthalmology. For example, he is one of the first surgeons to offer state-of-the-art laser surgery techniques to gently and safely remove your cataract, allowing rapid healing. Dr. Bragin has been certified to perform LASIK and PRK vision correction since 1996.

Dr. Bragin gives his patients highly personalized care, catering to their specific needs. Our office tries to be very accommodating with convenient office hours available. Emergencies are addressed the same day.  He is a respected surgeon and provides nonsurgical and noninvasive treatment options to restore patients' eye health and vision to the maximum degree possible.

George Tung, MD, the founder of Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts in Bellmore and Great Neck, New York, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional vision care. Driven by his belief that better vision leads to better living, Dr. Tung has built his practice on a foundation of personalized care, advanced technology, and a welcoming environment.

Dr. Tung graduated summa cum laude from City College of New York and earned his medical degree from Cornell University in 1983. He completed his first residency in Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in 1986, followed by a second residency in Ophthalmology at North Shore University Hospital in 1989.

An esteemed educator, Dr. Tung serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, where he mentors ophthalmology residents and shares his deep expertise in patient care.

Dr. Tung is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons. He is also an active member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the New York State Ophthalmological Society, the Long Island Ophthalmological Society, The Medical Society of the State of New York, and the Nassau County Medical Society.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Tung enjoys cycling, sailing, traveling, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Married with four adult children, he is dedicated to both his family and his mission to deliver world-class eye care to his patients.

Sing-Your Li, MD, is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts in Bellmore and Great Neck, New York, dedicated to delivering exceptional care to her patients. Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Li combines her extensive training with a patient-centered approach to address a wide range of eye health needs.

A New York native, Dr. Li earned her undergraduate degree with a double major in Biology and Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She then completed her medical education at Cornell Weill Medical College and her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her diverse clinical experience has fueled her expertise in glaucoma, uveitis, blepharoplasty, lower eyelid malposition repair, and cataract surgery.

Dr. Li is committed to providing advanced, compassionate care across multiple ophthalmology sub-specialties, helping patients achieve better vision and improved quality of life.

Outside of her professional commitments, Dr. Li enjoys spending time with her family, including her three children. She finds joy in attending church, traveling, cooking, and taking long walks. These activities reflect her balanced approach to life and her dedication to personal and professional fulfillment.

Premier multispecialty medical practice Boulevard Medical HealthCare (Tender Medical Care, P.C.), provides comprehensive whole-person care in their state-of-the-art practice at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York.

Internal medicine specialist Nirmala Tummalapenta, MD, works with a diverse team of medical providers who treat patients like members of their own family. The experts in primary care, cardiology, neurology, podiatry, gastroenterology, urology, gynecology and many other medical fields strive to deliver the best experiences to their patients.

Because Boulevard Medical HealthCare/Tender Medical Care, P.C., is an all-in-one practice, patients can get all the care they need, including lab testing, under one roof.

The practice houses the most up-to-date medical equipment and technology, allowing patients to get the best in medical care in the office and in their own homes through the remote patient monitoring (RPM) program.

The elite team of specialists at Boulevard Medical HealthCare/Tender Medical Care, P.C., shares a common approach to patient care: They believe their patients deserve comprehensive holistic care in a convenient and comfortable setting, so they take extra care to achieve exactly that.

Boulevard Medical HealthCare/Tender Medical Care, P.C., is welcoming new patients, so call the office or click on the provided online booking tool today.

Perry Mollick, MD is one of the premier ophthalmologists on Long Island. His practice, ModernEyes Ophthalmology, offers complete eye care to children and adults in the area of Levittown, New York. Dr. Mollick has distinguished himself in the field of ophthalmology for almost 30 years, specializing in cataract and laser vision correction, while proudly providing comprehensive eye exams, vision screening, and expert treatment of all eye diseases such as diabetic eye disease, eye allergies, and macular degeneration.

Dr. Mollick received his bachelor of arts degree from Cornell University, then earned his medical degree at the State University of New York at Downstate Medical Center. After completing his internship in internal medicine at Nassau/Winthrop Hospital in Mineola, he returned to Downstate Medical Center to serve as a resident in ophthalmology. As a native of Long Island, he was thrilled to return to his hometown to begin practicing ophthalmology.

Dr. Mollick is a board-certified eye surgeon, a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Andrew Greenberg, MD offers comprehensive eye and vision care at ModernEyes Ophthalmology, where he encourages people to remember that preventive eye exams are just as vital as their annual wellness physical with their primary physician. He welcomes children and adults at their office in Levittown, New York, providing a range of care from routine vision screening and advanced testing for age-related eye disease to LASIK surgery. He’s skilled in the treatment of general eye disease, cataracts, and glaucoma.

Dr. Greenberg received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. He went on to complete his internal medicine internship at Albany Medical Center and his ophthalmology residency and chief residency at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Dr. Greenberg obtained advanced training by completing a glaucoma fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary with the Glaucoma Associates of New York. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Glaucoma Society.

Board Certified ophthalmologist and medical retina specialist Mary Mendelsohn, MD, FAAO, offers the best in general and specialty eye care for patients of all ages at Woodcliff Lake Ophthalmology, LLP. Dr. Mendelsohn provides comprehensive eye exams, dry eye treatment, diabetic eye disease care, macular degeneration treatment, glaucoma care, and non surgical, comfortable, skin tightening TempSure treatments for patients at her Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey office. 

With specialties in medical retina and ophthalmic oncology, Dr. Mendelsohn can help with complex eye care problems. She loves all aspects of eye care, and particularly enjoys helping children and adults with comprehensive eye exams, contact lenses, glasses, and blurred vision or vision loss. 

Dr. Mendelsohn earned her Bachelors of Science degree at Yale University. She earned her Medical Doctor  degree at the State University of New York Stony Brook School of Medicine, now known as the Renaissance School of Medicine. Dr. Mendelsohn completed her ophthalmology surgical residency and her  fellowship specializing in medical retina at New York University Medical Center in Manhattan. She did a second fellowship specializing in ophthalmic oncology at New York Hospital Cornell Medical Center in New York City. 

Dr. Mendelsohn is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the National Board of Medical Examiners. She’s a published author with many articles in peer-reviewed medical journals and has lectured at national ophthalmology conferences. Dr. Mendelsohn received the Louis and Rachel Rudin Foundation grant, and the David Warfield Fellowship grant in recognition of her outstanding contributions in the field of ophthalmology. 

In her free time, Dr. Mendelsohn believes in giving back to community groups. She regularly coordinates presentations for seniors groups and low-vision groups, and has also presented at Girl Scouts career night.

Dr. Mendelsohn invites new patients to schedule an appointment online or by calling the Woodcliff Lake Ophthalmology office today. 

Alyson Yashar, MD graduated from Brown University and NYU School of Medicine, where she was president of her class. She completed an internship in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital. She performed her eye surgery training at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. Dr. Yashar completed a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology, also at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, and simultaneously received additional training in oculoplastics. She is presently an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at NYU School of Medicine and teaches at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

Neuro-ophthalmology has a diagnostic and medical focus, concentrating on diseases like Multiple Sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, double vision, decreased vision, brain tumors, and unexplained visual loss. Many patients are co-managed by their neurologist, rheumatologist, or internist.

In addition to providing general eye care, Dr. Yashar also focuses on LASIK, cataract surgery, eyelid surgery -- both cosmetic and functional -- as well as eyelid tumors and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Yashar is credentialed to perform LASIK for myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism.

Dr. Yashar is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

Dr. Yashar is on the medical staff at the following hospitals:

•  Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ
•  Pascack Valley Hospital in Westwood, NJ
•  Hackensack University Hospital in Hackensack, NJ
•  Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital in New York City
•  New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City

Dr. Yashar is licensed to practice medicine in New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

Dr. Yashar is a contributing editor to Ophthalmology Times, the nation’s largest circulation ophthalmology publication.

Ashwinee Ragam, MD is board-certified and a corneal fellowship-trained ophthalmologist.

Dr. Ragam graduated summa cum laude from The College of New Jersey. She was accepted to the competitive, accelerated, seven-year BS/MD program at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she finished at the top of her class and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She then completed an ophthalmology residency as well as corneal subspecialty fellowship at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary in New York City. She was selected by her peers and mentors to become Chief Resident. 

Both Dr. Ragam and her husband, an orthopaedic hand surgeon, are New Jersey natives and looked forward to returning home after training to grow their practices and raise their two sons.

Dr. Ragam performs cataract surgery, corneal procedures including full and partial-thickness (DMEK, DSEK) corneal transplantation, as well as pterygium excision. She is the first ophthalmologist in Ocean County to perform FDA-approved corneal collagen crosslinking for progressive keratoconus and post-LASIK ectasia.

Over her years in practice, Dr. Ragam has developed a strong interest in the causes of ocular surface diseases which includes dry eyes. She runs our highly advanced Dry Eye Relief Center at InVision Eye Care, which assists numerous patients with this common yet complex condition. By focusing on Dry Eye, Dr. Ragam is able to optimize her patients’ vision and eye comfort before, during, and after their cataract surgeries.

Dr. Ragam has published several peer-reviewed papers and book chapters. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Cornea Society, and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Jonathan Gloth, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and retinal surgery specialist practicing at InVision EyeCare. He specializes in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions, and uveitis.

Dr. Gloth graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University in New Jersey. He also received the Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence (awarded to students with a 4.0 grade-point average). He then graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he was inducted into the national medical honors society, Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed his residency in ophthalmology and finished rigorous fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery and uveitis at Albany Medical College in New York. During his time in Albany, he was appointed a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology. 

Dr. Gloth was board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology in 2011. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Dr. Gloth’s work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented numerous times at national meetings.

His areas of surgical expertise include retinal detachment repair, diabetic hemorrhage evacuation, macular hole repair, and macular pucker peeling. Dr. Gloth also treats complications of cataract extraction, such as removal of retained lens fragments and intraocular lens repositioning. 

Outside of his practice, Dr. Gloth is an avid sports fan. He lives on the shore and enjoys exercise, hiking, and traveling.  Most of all he relishes spending time with his beautiful wife and four children.