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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.

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.

Dr. John Pilavas is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist serving patients throughout the Astoria, New York area. He specializes in the medical and surgical management of several optical disorders, and he also performs bladeless LASIK and PRK using the VISX® and Wavelight® excimer laser platforms. After earning his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and his medical degree from the University of Louisville School and medicine, he went on to:

• Complete an Internal Medicine Internship at Lenox Hill Hospital-Manhattan Eye, Ear, Throat

• Serve as Chief Resident at Nassau University Medical Center-SUNY Stony Brook

• Completed a Fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery at Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island

• Become a Certified user of the bladeless Femtosecond Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery using the CATALYS® platform

Dr. Pilavas’s distinct background enables him to lessen or even totally eliminate his patients’ dependence on eyeglasses or contact lenses. He also offers cutting-edge, effective treatment options for macular degeneration, glaucoma, and astigmatism. 

Aside from providing expert eye care at his private practice, he remains active in the wider ophthalmological community. Dr. Pilavas serves as a voluntary attending at Nassau University Medical Center, where he teaches residents about diagnosing and treating Cornea/External Disease. He’s also authored several peer-reviewed publications, presents his research throughout the United States, and reviews articles for Cornea, a peer-reviewed journal. He has also served as Sub-Investigator for several nationwide FDA trials.

To benefit from Dr. John Pilavas’s renowned knowledge and expertise, make an appointment online or by phone today.

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.

Dr. Sherief Raouf is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist with the American Board of
Ophthalmology. He brings extensive expertise in comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract,
glaucoma and laser vision correction, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of corneal
and external ocular surface diseases.

A proud graduate of Swarthmore College, Dr. Raouf earned his Doctor of Medicine
degree with honors from Stony Brook University School of Medicine. He refined his
skills during an ophthalmology residency at the esteemed Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat
Hospital and Northwell Health Eye Institute. Further honing his specialization, he
completed a clinical fellowship in corneal and external ocular disease and refractive
surgery.
Dr. Raouf is highly skilled in advanced procedures, including laser-assisted cataract
surgery, cutting-edge corneal surgery, corneal cross-linking, and refractive eye surgeries
such as LASIK and PRK.

An accomplished researcher, Dr. Raouf has contributed over a dozen articles to peer-
reviewed medical journals. He remains an active member of The American Academy of

Ophthalmology and The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, reflecting
his dedication to advancing his field.
Born and raised in Bergen County, New Jersey, Dr. Raouf is deeply honored to serve the
community he knows so well. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending quality
time with his wife and son.

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.