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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.
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.
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.
Kateryna Nahornyak, OD, is a board-certified optometrist who specializes in comprehensive medical eye care at Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts (LIOC). The practice has locations in Bellmore and Great Neck, New York.
Dr. Nahornyak is skilled in diagnosing and treating glaucoma, dry eye, retinal conditions, and other eye-related health issues and is committed to helping patients achieve optimal vision and eye health. A native of Bellmore, New York, Dr. Nahornyak earned her undergraduate degree in Health Science with a concentration in Environmental Health and Safety from Stony Brook University in 2017.
She then pursued her Doctor of Optometry degree at SUNY College of Optometry in New York. During her training, she gained extensive clinical experience at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and the Northport Veterans Association.
Dr. Nahornyak’s dedication to patient care extends across seven years in the field of ophthalmology. Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, English, and medical Spanish, she brings a multilingual approach to her practice, ensuring clear communication with a diverse patient population.
She joined Long Island Ophthalmic Care (LIOC) in 2021 as an ophthalmic technician, with a goal to return as a medical optometrist after completing her optometry degree—a milestone she has proudly achieved.
Outside the office, Dr. Nahornyak enjoys staying active with spin classes, discovering new wineries, and traveling. Her commitment to both professional excellence and personal growth makes her a trusted and approachable figure in her field.
Daniel Rafaelov, OD, is an exceptional optometrist practicing at Eyecrafters Optical in the Downtown Brooklyn area of Brooklyn, New York City. He is not your average optometrist – he’s a compassionate and skilled professional who is passionate about providing his patients with the best possible eye care services. What sets Dr. Rafaelov apart is his commitment to providing personalized care to each and every one of his patients. He takes the time to listen to his patients’ concerns and designs customized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. His warm demeanor and attention to detail have earned him the trust and admiration of his patients, who appreciate his commitment to their well-being.
Dr. Rafaelov’s ultimate goal is to help his patients lead healthy and fulfilling lives by providing the eye care services they need. He is an expert in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Additionally, he offers specialized lenses to correct severe myopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia.
Dr. Rafaelov completed his Doctorate of Optometry at the prestigious State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry in Midtown Manhattan. As an esteemed member of the American Optometric Association and the New York State Optometric Association, Dr. Rafaelov strives to provide his patients with the highest level of care.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Rafaelov and the team at Eyecrafters Optical, call the office or request an appointment online today.
High Quality Home Therapy is a premier physical therapy practice in Stamford, Connecticut and Rye, New York, that also provides in-home services to patients throughout Connecticut and New York. Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT and her skilled team take an innovative, multidisciplinary, integrative, holistic approach to therapy. They offer personalized therapy to entire families including children, adults, and the geriatric population. They work with people of all abilities, sexual orientations, sizes and genders, ensuring that everyone can receive the care they need.
The compassionate providers collaborate with each other and patients, using varying expertise and multiple disciplines in a team setting to provide superior neurological, vestibular, orthopedic, and even end-of-life (hospice and palliative) care.
High Quality Home Therapy also offers craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Pilates, social skills groups, Yoga and kickboxing. The highly trained physical therapy team provides psychiatric-informed therapy services, including mindfulness training, lifestyle medicine, and breathing training.
Other options for patients include professional training and performance optimization, stretch therapy, prenatal and postnatal care, personal training, and concussion care. They have access to premier skin care, facials, Hatha yoga, CoreAlign® therapy, and numerous other health and wellness solutions.
Professional therapists treat neurological disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, mastitis, feeding issues, headaches, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (a type of connective tissue disorder), and other conditions that contribute to chronic pain or disability.
High Quality Home Therapy provides convenient telehealth options, in-office care with access to a spa-like medical facility and cutting-edge therapy in the comfort of a patient’s own home or office.
High Quality Home Therapy differentiates itself from traditional care by providing one-on-one therapy sessions. The practice is out of network with insurance except for Medicare B (in CT) but helps patients maximize benefits to minimize out-of-pocket costs. The therapy team submits claims for patients as part of their commitment to top-quality care.
Schedule an in-person, home-based, or telehealth appointment at High Quality Home Therapy by phone or request one online today.
Dr. Julia Alexandrov is an Optometrist at My Optical, serving patients in the Brooklyn, NY area. Dr. Alexandrov performs exams for Contacts, exams for Eyeglasses, LASIK surgery referrals, Pterygium treatment, Astigmatism treatment, Macular Degeneration treatment, Glaucoma, Dry Eye and Cataract treatment.
Dr. Alexandrov earned her Bachelor of Art degree in psychology Magna Cum Laude from Brooklyn College, New York. She then attended the State University Of New York College of Optometry, where she graduated in the top 10 percent of her class. Dr. Alexandrov has completed her residency training at Brooklyn and St. Albans VA Hospital with an emphasis treatment and management of ocular disease.
Dr. Alexandrov has been serving as an Attending Optometrist at the Laser and Microsurgery Institute since 2001. In this position, she works closely with the leading New York City ophthalmologists, diagnosing and treating ocular disease and glaucoma patients as well as co-managing pre- and post-LASIK, cataract, and glaucoma surgery patients.
As a My Optical long serving and widely recognized specialist, Dr. Alexandrov provides primary care optometry, management of ocular disease, dry eye, hypertensive and diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma to many thankful patients.
Call today to arrange an appointment with Dr. Alexandrov!
Dr. Galina Benimovich is primary eye care provider with over 24 years of experience in examining, diagnosing and treating various eyes conditions. This includes prescribing visual corrections and managing acute and chronic conditions such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis, corneal abrasion, dry eyes, diabetic and hypertensive eye disease, glaucoma, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration.
She uses advanced equipment and technology to evaluate and treat all her patients. She is committed to educating patients about their conditions and taking the time to explain the various treatment options available to them. She wants all of her patients to feel comfortable and confident about the care they receive.
Throughout her career, she collaborated with top ophthalmologists, managing eye diseases, and co-managing surgical cases.
She graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2001, currently Salus University.
From Dr. Benimovich “I chose to pursue a degree in optometry when I realized how much a simple service, providing good vision with a pair of glasses, can profoundly affect someone’s life. I enjoy using my training to listen to and understand the unique visual needs of each of my patients and to recommend individualized treatments. My mission is to get to know patients and their families and to work with them to take care of their eye and vision needs.“
Vanessa Mostofsky, OD values the opportunity to provide quality eye care to all her patients. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry. She completed her residency in Ocular Disease at SUNY with a focus on glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. She is also experienced in pediatric eye examinations.
Yuliya Bababekova, OD, is a board-certified optometrist specializing in complex eye issues and pediatric optometry. She works out of Vistasite Eye Care of Valley Stream in Valley Stream, New York.
Dr. Bababekova earned her Doctor of Optometry (OD) from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York, New York. Since graduating, she's gained extensive training in pediatric eye consultations and visual testing for diagnosing learning disabilities.
At Vistasite Eye Care, Dr. Bababekova offers general eye exams and treats allergic eye conditions, diabetic retinopathy, and optic neuritis, to name a few. She is also known for helping patients with chronic eye conditions or learning disabilities and caring for children, adults, and seniors.
Dr. Bababekova is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, allowing her to treat patients from various backgrounds.
Dr. Bababekova enjoys serving her community in her free time by volunteering with the VisionWalk Fundraiser, Special Olympics, and the New York City Walk for the Homeless.
Dr. Bababekova looks forward to working with new and existing patients at Vistasite Eye Care of Valley Stream.
Doctor Lisitsyn practices primary eye care. His offices are equipped with state of the art ophthalmic instruments for treatment and diagnosis of a wide range of ocular conditions. He specializes in soft and hard contact lenses fitting, including keratoconic fits. Doctor Lisitsyn also proficient in pediatric eye care, vision therapy evaluations and treatments of amblyopia as well as other vision dysfunctions. Our practices goal is to provide professional, yet personal care and to attend to every need of every patient we see.
Education: Suny Optometry O.D. degree 2001 Brooklyn college B.A. degree in psychology
Internships: East New York Medical Center 9/00-12/00 Brooklyn VA Hospital 1/01/4/01 Harry Wachs vision development practice, Washington DC 5/01-6/01
Dr. Eugene Orloff graduated from SUNY College of Optometry in 1999. He then completed his residency training at Northport VA Hospital with an emphasis on ocular disease and binocular vision dysfunction. Dr. Orloff started working as an Attending Optometrist at the Laser and Microsurgery Institute in 2000, where he diagnosed and treated ocular disease and glaucoma patients as well as co-managed pre- and post-LASIK, cataract and glaucoma surgery patients. In 2003, he founded Bronx Eye Associates in order to provide primary care optometry to a wide range of patients. A dedicated researcher, Dr. Orloff was the recipient of a prestigious National Institutes of Health Grant during his time at SUNY College of Optometry. In addition, he was awarded a Humanity Development Scholarship at SUNY College of Optometry, was named to the Dean’s List at Pace University and earned his diploma with honors at Moscow Medical College.
Since he takes pride in helping patients improve their vision, Vladimir Dvoretsky, OD, can help patients of all ages find the right corrective eyewear. Dr. Dvoretsky cares for patients at VistaSite Eye Care in the Washington Heights, New York City location.
Dr. Dvoretsky earned his doctor of optometry degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry. He specializes in comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and advanced prescription lens solutions.
Not only does Dr. Dvoretsky strive to provide the highest level of service and quality eye care; he also diagnoses and treats all vision disorders that affect both children and adults. All patients can count on Dr. Dvoretsky to provide treatment for common chronic eye conditions, such as glaucoma or cataracts.
Patients of Dr. Dvoretsky commend his nurturing bedside manner and ability to diagnose complex eye issues. Because he’s fluent in English, Spanish, Russian, and Polish, Dr. Dvoretsky works with patients of all ages from a variety of different cultural backgrounds.
With his comprehensive background in complex and chronic eye issues, Rostislav Ryvkin, OD, offers innovative and personalized solutions for each patient’s eye health and vision. Dr. Ryvkin cares for patients at VistaSite Eye Care in the Bronx, New York City.
After completing his undergraduate studies from Long Island University in New York, Dr. Ryvkin earned his doctor of optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry. Dr. Ryvkin is a member of the American Optometric Association.
Not only does Dr. Ryvkin provide routine eye exams and contact lens fittings, he also has a special interest in allergen-related eye conditions and eye infections. He even has extensive training in cataracts and retina conditions, making him a go-to practitioner for patients who have special eye care needs.
Because Dr. Ryvkin is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, he’s able to care for patients of diverse cultural backgrounds. Dr. Ryvkin is known for his uncompromising dedication to the well-being of each of his patients. He’s committed to providing the best possible eye care solutions and establishing lifelong relationships with patients.
With extensive advanced training in visual screening, eye surgery, and diagnosing chronic conditions, Nina Saa, OD, offers both routine checkups and urgent-care eye treatment. Dr. Saa welcomes patients to VistaSite Eye Care in New York City.
As a Bronx native, Dr. Saa stayed in her hometown for much of her education and training. She completed her undergraduate studies in science from Pace University in New York City. Dr. Saa then conducted research projects in optometry with State University of New York College of Optometry. After focusing on vision screening research, Dr. Saa ultimately graduated with her doctor of optometry degree from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico.
Throughout her internship training, Dr. Saa was able to care for patients of all ages, from children to geriatric adults. She went through comprehensive hands-on training with vision therapy exercises, syntonics (light frequencies), and atypical tailored treatment for the most complex of eye conditions and surgeries.
Whenever possible, Dr. Saa strives to serve her community and provide care for the underserved. She’s spent time working with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity on their Caribbean mission trips to give free eye exams and eye care for patients in need.
Dr. Saa’s fluency in both English and Spanish allows patients of multiple cultural backgrounds to effectively communicate with her. Her patients commend her caring and compassionate bedside manner.
With his diverse education and hands-on training in ophthalmology and optometry, Dmitri Bondarenko, OD, helps patients manage chronic eye conditions, while ultimately improving their vision. Dr. Bondarenko treats patients at the VistaSite Eye Care locations in Brooklyn and Valley Stream, New York.
After earning his medical degree from First Pavlov State Medical University of St. Petersburg in Russia, Dr. Bondarenko completed his residency in ophthalmology at the same institution. He then relocated to the United States and finished his doctor of optometry degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry.
An extensive medical background enables Dr. Bondarenko to expertly diagnose and treat complex eye conditions that can impair a patient’s quality of life. He has special interests in glaucoma, flashers and floaters, color vision deficiency, and retinitis. Dr. Bondarenko even has comprehensive training in correcting nearsightedness (myopia), as well as farsightedness (hypermetropia).
Not only is Dr. Bondarenko fluent in English; he’s also fluent in Russian. This gives him the ability to communicate with patients who might otherwise struggle with language barriers. When Dr. Bondarenko isn’t busy caring for patients, he enjoys reading, skiing, and cycling.
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