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Dr. Alan Sheyman is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Michigan. He then attended the Albert Einstein College of Medicine where he graduated at the top of his class, and he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. After completion of an internship at the Montefiore Medical Center, he went on to the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, where he completed his ophthalmology residency. Following this, he trained with world experts in retinal disease at Northwestern University in Chicago. 

Megan Ridley-Lane, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist in New York specializing in medical and surgical diseases of the retina. Dr. Ridley-Lane received her doctorate in medicine from Columbia University's College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed her residency in ophthalmology at the Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, where she also served as chief resident.

After her residency, she completed her vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Ridley-Lane specializes in macular
degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, macular pucker, and other diseases of the retina.

Dr. Ridley-Lane is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, and the American Medical Association.

Joseph J. Tseng, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist with over 12 years of experience providing high-quality care to residents in and around New York City. As a key member of the team of physicians at Retina Associates of New York, Dr. Tseng offers individualized care for some of the most sensitive vitreoretinal and ocular inflammatory concerns.

Dr. Tseng graduated with honors from Stanford University in Stanford, California, with a bachelor’s degree in human biology. After completing his undergraduate studies, Dr. Tseng earned his medical degree Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York City.

After a medical internship at Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. Tseng began his ophthalmology training with a residency at Columbia University Medical Center. After his residency, Dr. Tseng completed two fellowships, one in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery at Columbia University Medical Center, and another in uveitis and ocular immunology at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.

In addition to his work in patient care, Dr. Tseng is also a clinical assistant professor at the State University of New York’s Department of Ophthalmology, where he was named Teacher of the Year in 2019. He has written numerous articles, abstracts, and book chapters and reviews, and he has made dozens of select presentations and lectures.

Dr. Tseng is a member of the American Medical Association, American Society of Retinal Specialists, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Ben Z. Cohen, MD, founded Retina Associates of New York in 1983 in Manhattan, New York. This established the start of his mission to provide patients with personalized and focused care using the most advanced medical treatments available to address diseases of the retina.

The practice has since grown to include fully equipped satellite offices in Queens and in New Rochelle, which serve patients in Southern Westchester and the Bronx. Dr. Cohen took his vision to another level when he opened The Retinal Ambulatory Surgery Center of New York in 2006, which is conveniently adjacent to the Manhattan office and is equipped with the most advanced technology available.

Dr. Cohen received his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his postgraduate internship at Long Island Jewish Hospital. He underwent ophthalmology residency training at the University of Chicago and then completed a fellowship in macular disorders at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He completed a second fellowship in surgery at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary of Harvard Medical School and a third in clinical research at the Eye Research Institute of the Retina Foundation.

He remains an active member of many professional organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Heed Society, Schepens Society, American College of Surgeons, New York State Ophthalmological Society, and the American Society of Retinal Specialists which was formerly the Vitreous Society. Dr. Cohen has also published articles in leading ophthalmology publications and authored chapters in various books.

Dr. Squillante has been a member of Retina Associates of New York since 2015. Prior to joining Retina Associates, Dr. Squillante had his own solo retina practice for over 30 years in New York City.

Dr. Squillante earned his medical degree at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. Upon graduation, he completed a year of surgical internship and a year of neurosurgical residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine Medical Center in the Bronx.

After completing his military service in the United States Airforce, Dr. Squillante completed athree­ year residency in ophthalmology at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Having a desire to specialize in retinal disorders, Dr. Squillante obtained a fellowship in retinal diseases at the world-famous Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute of Johns Hopkins Hospital. Thisretinal fellowship was completed under the auspices of Dr. Arnall Patz, a world-renowned leader in laser treatment of diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.

Upon returning to New York City, Dr. Squillante founded "Retinacare", a solo retina practice dedicated to providing quality, one-on-one care of retinal disorders. He now continues his work at Retina Associates of New York, by providing care dedicated to individual patient needs.

Dr. Squillante is a member of The American Society of Retina Specialists, The American College of Surgeons and The American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Alfred J. Nadel joined Retina Associates of New York in 2003, to which he brought forty years of Clinical Vitreo-Retinal practice.

A graduate of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Nadel did his internship at Letterman General Hospital in San Francisco; his residency at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago; and a Fellowship in Retinal Diseases & Surgery at New York Hospital of Cornell University Medical School.

He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at New York University and is currently an Attending Surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital, where he was the director of the Retinal Service. He has received awards as “Teacher of the Year” and trained many medical students who eventually became Retinal Specialists now in practice throughout the country.

Dr. Nadel is a member of the American Board of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, the British-American Retina Group, the Societe Francaise D’Ophthalmologie, the New York Society of Clinical Ophthalmology, the Committee on Continuing Medical Education and the New York County Medical Society. He has written many articles published in ophthalmic journals as well as several chapters in ophthalmic textbooks. He has also presented papers at the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the “Societe d’Ophtalmologie Francaise”. As one of the early participants in the prestigious “ORBIS” program, he undertook medical missions in Costa Rica and China, for which he received acclaim from the Lions Club of Costa Rica and “ORBIS”. He has also been involved in training missions in Poland and India.

Highly experienced ophthalmologist Randa Garrana, MD, one of a small number of eye surgeons to rank in the top 1% in vision-correction experience in the United States. She specializes in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at Advanced Lasik in Manhattan, New York City, and Long Beach, California. Dr. Garrana offers general eye exams, LASIK, PRK, Corneal Cross-Linking, Refractive Cataract Surgery, and much more. With her extensive experience, use of state-of-the-art technology, and dedication to compassionate patient care, she’s one of the most popular ophthalmologists in Southern California and New York City. Dr. Garrana has earned multiple Patient’s Choice awards and was also named a California Top Doc and a New York Top Doc in recent years.

Dr. Garrana earned her medical degree at the American University of Beirut School of Medicine in Lebanon. She then completed a research fellowship in Corneal Wound Healing at Georgetown University Center for Sight in Washington, DC. Dr. Garrana completed her Internship at New York University Medical Center, then went on to complete her Ophthalmology residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York.

With her extensive LASIK and PRK research work and impressive academic record, Dr. Garrana was accepted to the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary of Harvard Medical School in Boston for specialty training in Corneal and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Garrana never stops broadening her knowledge and is continually honing her skills to ensure that her patients always get the best outcomes and care using the very best technology

Dr. Garrana knows that the eyes are among the body’s most important organs, and that good eyesight is truly a gift. Dr. Garrana has made it her life’s goal to correct and restore vision problems in patients from all walks of life. She believes that everyone deserves to enjoy clear vision. To this end, she promises patients customized and compassionate care using the latest, cutting-edge technology.

To get a free LASIK consultation or schedule an appointment, click online booking or call Advanced Lasik today.

A leader in his field, board-certified ophthalmologist Aryeh L. Pollack, MD, offers cutting-edge treatments for a variety of eye diseases and conditions for patients in Midtown East Manhattan, Borough Park in Brooklyn, and the nearby communities. As the founder of New York Retina and Macula Institute, Dr. Pollack provides patients in New York City with the highest standard of care and the latest technologies. He specializes in retinal, vitreoretinal, and macula surgery.

Dr. Pollack’s Ivy League education began at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he earned his medical degree in 1995. Then in New York, he completed an internal medicine internship and a residency in ophthalmology at Mount Sinai Hospital of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine.

To further his expertise in the study of surgical and medical retina, Dr. Pollack completed a prestigious two-year San Francisco retina fellowship at California Pacific Medical Center, in conjunction with the Schatz practice. This fellowship was instrumental in developing Dr. Pollack’s advanced knowledge and skills regarding modern vitreoretinal surgical concepts and techniques, as well as exposing him to all aspects of medical retina, including retinal vascular disease, choroidal vascular disease, and uveitis. 

Academically, Dr. Pollack serves as a member of the Eye Trauma Service of New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, where he trains residents and fellows in the latest techniques of vitreous and retina surgery. He is also a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital of Northwell Health.

Dr. Pollack is among the first ophthalmologists in New York City to implement and teach 25-gauge or small incision vitreoretinal surgery for complex retinal detachments. Research to Prevent Blindness, Inc. recognizes him as an ophthalmological associate for his contributions to the advancement of eye research and disease investigation. He has published articles in major academic journals.

Dr. Pollack is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Since 2002, Dr. Pollack has welcomed patients to New York Retina and Macula Institute. 

Dr. Kashyap is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon and fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery. Practicing in the heart of New York City, she specializes in blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, post-Mohs repair, orbital plastic surgery, and various aesthetic procedures including laser, injectables, and PRP.  

Dr. Kashyap’s medical education began after graduating top of her class at University of Pennsylvania with honors. After obtaining her medical degree and finishing internship at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Dr. Kashyap completed her Ophthalmology residency at New York Eye & Ear Infirmary. In her elected pursuit for additional training, she went on to complete an advanced fellowship in ophthalmic plastic & reconstructive surgery at New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. 

She has devoted additional years of formalized fellowship training and is actively certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Having performed hundreds of procedures since the start of her medical career, Dr. Kashyap is among the most highly trained oculoplastic specialists with over 15 years of medical experience, with the expertise to address cosmetic and reconstructive concerns around the eyes. 

A long time New York native, Dr. Kashyap grew up in Long Island. As Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Dr. Kashyap enjoys teaching resident physicians. Now conducting private practice at the heart of Manhattan, she specializes in informing and empowering patients in their unique beauty through proactive practice, the most innovative and advanced techniques, and precise care tailored to each patient.

Dr. Kashyap and Hudson Face + Eye Specialties:

• Blepharoplasty
• Ptosis Repair
• Post-Mohs Repair
• Orbital Plastic Surgery
• Same-Day Stye Removal
• Laser
• Injectables
• PRP (Platelet-rich Plasma)

At Hudson Face & Eye, we are committed to empowering our patients through patient education and approaching the patient’s desired outcomes with respect to their natural features. 

We understand the relationship between care and well-being, and each person deserves to live confidently in their own unique beauty. To deliver the best care we believe strongly in personally meeting each patient to address goals and concerns with goal-oriented solutions and realistic expectations.

Dr. Brian Herschorn is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship-training in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. He received both his undergraduate and his medical degrees from McGill University in Montreal. Following postgraduate medical training at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre of the University of Toronto, Dr. Brian Herschorn completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute of the University of Pennsylvania.

Fellowship training was completed at the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital, here in New York City. Dr. Herschorn became a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 1983 and has practiced ophthalmology in New York City since that time. Dr. Herschorn has almost 30 years of extensive experience on the forefront of cataract surgery and almost 10 years of experience providing LASIK and refractive surgery to the community. His unique skills in the fields of oculoplastic, orbital, lacrimal, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery have been an asset to Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge since 1985, when he began his affiliation.

Dr. Brian Herschorn has published a number of scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals such as the British Journal of Ophthalmology and Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Herschorn has held teaching posts at the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital and, then, at the Mount Sinai Medical Center where he is affiliated. He is also on staff at the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of the Beth Israel Medical Center and through the Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital at the Lenox Hill Hospital.

Elias Aliprandis, MD, is a fellowship-trained corneal specialist practicing at Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge in Brooklyn, New York. He is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

He received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusets, and his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. 

Dr. Aliprandis completed his ophthalmology residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He then received his fellowship training in cornea and external disease at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. 

Dr. Aliprandis has received numerous awards for his research and is licensed in New York. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Aliprandis specializes in cataract surgery, laser vision correction, corneal transplantation, dry eye, and diseases of the cornea and anterior segment of the eye. 

A LASIK surgery specialist, he employs the latest advances in LASIK and cataract surgery, such as bladeless LASIK, laser-assisted cataract surgery, and advanced intraocular lenses that can eliminate the need for eyeglasses after cataract surgery.

Irene Rusu, MD, is a fellowship-trained surgical and medical retinal specialist at Ophthalmology Associates of Bay Ridge in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. She is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

She received her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Chicago in Illinois. Dr. Rusu completed her ophthalmology residency at the New York University School of Medicine and her fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College/NY Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. 

Dr. Rusu is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Her research interests include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and the medical and surgical treatment of retinal diseases. She has published, researched, and presented at national conferences of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Retina Specialists, and the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. 

Dr. Rusu has received numerous awards for her research, including the University of Chicago Ophthalmology and Visual Science Award for outstanding performance in ophthalmology.

Leon Aleksandrovich, MD, is an ophthalmologist specializing in laser refractive surgery — including LASIK, PRK, Intralase, and iLASIK — at Smart Eye Care in Brooklyn, New York. As part of the Smart Eye Care team, he’s dedicated to using the most advanced technology and laser techniques in his field to correct your eyesight safely and effectively.

After graduating from New York University with degrees in Psychology and Russian literature, Dr. Aleksandrovich completed his medical training at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. While there, he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society and received an Outstanding Student achievement award. He completed his ophthalmic surgery training at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt/Columbia Presbyterian Hospitals in New York City, where he was a Chief Resident during his final year.

Dr. Aleksandrovich is a respected teaching attending and mentor at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, where he trains advanced ophthalmology residents.

Dr. Aleksandrovich is a member of select professional societies, such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, allowing him to share his knowledge and continually perfect his surgical and clinical acumen.

He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and accepts multiple insurance plans. Book an appointment at Smart Eye Care in Brooklyn for your vision needs.

Dr. Vijay Battu is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist with over 25 years of experience. Dr Battu was the youngest graduate in the history of Albany Medical College, who went on to complete his ophtalmology training there as well. He is having a stellar career as a past Chief of Ophthalmology at The Brooklyn Hospital Center and now in private practice. Dr Battu has vast experience in general ophthalmology, from contact lenses to diabetic eye disease, cataracts, glaucoma and dry eye. His focus on using the latest technology and his vast skillset to improve patients care and vision. He lives in New York City.

Dr. Edward Rubinchik is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 15 years experience specializing in cataract, glaucoma and laser surgery.

Dr. Rubinchik strongly believes in the value of preventive eye care and early diagnosis of disease. He gives every patient a thorough and thoughtful examination. And for those patients who require surgery, he offers the latest techniques in laser, cataract and minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries.

After receiving his medical degree from SUNY Downstate medical school, Dr. Rubinchik completed his Ophthalmology residency at Brookdale hospital with extensive training in complex surgery of the eye. As part of that training, he spent one month at Aravind Eye Hospital in Madras, India perfecting techniques not normally taught in the United States.

Dr. Rubinchik is an active member of the medical community and has been a speaker for several drug companies where he discusses current topics in Ophthalmology.

Selected by her peers as one of NY’s top ophthalmologists, Dr. Icasiano enjoys fostering long-term relationships with patients based on trust and exceptional care.

Dr. Icasiano believes in educating her patients, helping them take part in decisions regarding treatment. Specializing in ocular surface problems and cataract and laser surgery, she completed a prestigious fellowship at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, preceded by a rigorous residency in Chicago. She volunteers for medical missions, speaks Spanish and lives with her family in Brooklyn.