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Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dr. Gurpreet Kaur, OD began her academic journey at St. John’s University in New York, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with honors (cum laude). During her undergraduate years, Dr. Kaur actively pursued her dream of becoming an optometrist. She participated in a mission trip to Honduras with Global Brigades, where she provided eye care to underserved communities, addressing various ocular conditions and helping correct refractive errors.
To further her education, Dr. Kaur attended the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry, leaving her hometown to immerse herself in diverse learning experiences. She was honored with an award for excellence in patient care and practice management by VSP vision and American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF). During her studies, she participated in multiple externships across cities in Puerto Rico and completed an international externship in Australia, at the University of Melbourne. Upon returning to New York, Dr. Kaur finalized her clinical training at Bronx Eye Associates and joined their team of doctors after graduating with distinction, (cum laude) in optometry.
Currently, Dr. Kaur specializes in the treatment and management of ocular diseases. She provides comprehensive glaucoma screenings and treatment. She is passionate about myopia control, particularly by fitting the pediatric population with MiSight lenses. Her dedication to patient care is enhanced by her fluency in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of patients.
With nearly two decades of service, Eugene Orloff, OD, is an established expert in the field of optometry and overall eye health. Dr. Orloff is the founder of Bronx Eye Associates in the Bronx in New York City.
After earning his doctor of optometry degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City, Dr. Orloff went through additional training. During his residency at Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center in New York, Dr. Orloff gained extensive experience and training with ocular disease and binocular vision dysfunction.
As a dedicated researcher, Dr. Orloff was the recipient of a prestigious National Institutes of Health grant during his graduate studies. He was even awarded a Humanity Development scholarship from the State University of New York College of Optometry for his dedication to continuing research and helping the underserved.
Early in his career, Dr. Orloff served as an attending optometrist at the Laser and Microsurgery Institute in New York City. While there, he regularly diagnosed and treated ocular disease, cataracts, and glaucoma, among other chronic eye conditions, and he even performed laser eye surgery.
Dr. Orloff ultimately decided to go into private practice and founded Bronx Eye Associates in 2003. This allowed him to follow his passion of providing optometry care to an even more diverse group of patients.
Dr. Orloff is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and he is currently accepting new patients.
Sabina Oboukova, DO, is an experienced optometrist in the Bronx, New York, and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. At Bronx Eye Associates, Dr. Oboukova provides comprehensive eye care services and has extensive experience managing various eye conditions, such as myopia, dry eye disease, corneal disorders, and more. She also provides pre and post-operative care for cataract and refractive surgery, along with co-managing various systemic inflammatory and neurological conditions.
Dr. Oboukova graduated from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she received her Bachelor of Science in biology and minor in business. She went on to attend optometry school at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Worcester, where she was a member of the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society. After graduating, she completed her residency training in advanced care for ocular disease at SUNY College of Optometry in Manhattan, gaining experience in both academic and hospital settings.
Dr. Obokouva is a member of the American Optometric Association, American Academy of Optometry, American Board of Optometry, and the International Rotary Club of Wall Street.
Experienced in modern eye health diagnostic and vision correction services, Cindy Serra, OD is a trusted practitioner in the Bronx, New York. At Bronx Eye Associates, Dr. Serra cares for patients of all ages, including children and seniors.
Dr. Serra earned her bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in foreign languages through Fairfield University in Connecticut. She was then accepted into the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry, where she earned her doctor of optometry.
During her graduate program, Dr. Serra was part of a community mission in Peru through the student chapter of Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (SVOSH). She examined over 200 patients who were living in a poverty-stricken area where ocular care wasn’t obtainable and dispensed eyeglasses as needed.
Throughout her career, Dr. Serra has focused on providing comprehensive eye exams and detecting early warning signs of chronic eye diseases. She has a background in diagnosing and managing glaucoma, hypertensive and diabetic retinopathy, chronic dry eye, and macular degeneration. Dr. Serra is also experienced with modern contacts for hard-to-fit eyes, including multifocal lenses to correct near- and farsightedness, as well as toric lenses for astigmatism.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Dr. Serra can communicate with many patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
With her innovative approach to modern vision care, Simona Korik-Barrett, OD, is a trusted leader in the field of optometry. She cares for patients at Bronx Eye Associates in the Bronx in New York City.
Dr. Korik-Barrett earned her doctor of optometry degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City. Throughout her studies, Dr. Korik-Barrett took special interests in astigmatism, glaucoma, and eyelid inflammation. Not only can she treat these conditions, among others, she also helps patients who struggle with night blindness or blurred vision.
By offering tailored comprehensive eye exams, Dr. Korik-Barrett strives to help patients improve their vision. She specializes in finding the ideal corrective eyewear for each patient, including advanced multifocal contact lenses.
Dr. Korik-Barrett is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, allowing her to be able to communicate effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds. Dr. Korik-Barrett is currently accepting new patients.
Since she’s been in practice for nearly two decades, Eleonora Orloff, OD, has extensive experience diagnosing and treating a wide variety of eye conditions. She is a partner at Bronx Eye Associates in the Bronx in New York City.
Dr. Orloff earned her doctor of optometry degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City. She went on to complete her residency in ocular disease and primary care optometry through East New York Diagnostic and Treatment Center in Brooklyn.
Early in her career, Dr. Orloff served as an attending optometrist at the Laser and Microsurgery Institute in New York City. While there, she treated and diagnosed ocular disease, cataracts, and glaucoma, among other serious eye issues. Dr. Orloff even gained extensive experience in performing laser eye surgery.
Until 2012, Dr. Orloff served as an associate clinical professor in the department of clinical sciences at the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City. She was responsible for teaching and supervising interns and residents who were at the end of their educational training requirements.
Dr. Orloff continues to stay involved in research and teaching. She regularly lectures and presents her research on a variety of optometry topics at conventions throughout the United States.
Dr. Orloff is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and she’s currently accepting new patients.
Benjamin Arthur, OD, is the experienced optometrist and owner of Perspective Family Eyecare in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York, where he puts patient health and outcomes above all else. Dr. Arthur takes an integrative approach to eye care, partnering with his patients to design a plan that meets their vision needs, utilizing a combination of cutting-edge treatments and alternative therapies.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, Dr. Arthur went on to earn both his Master’s of Science in vision science and his Doctor of Optometry from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City.
Prior to opening Perspective Family Eyecare, Dr. Arthur gained valuable experience working for private optometry practices throughout Brooklyn and Queens, in New York City, as well as in New Jersey. However, his ultimate goal was to always serve his community and help change the patient perspective on the value of eye care by making it accessible and affordable for all.
With his warm and welcoming demeanor, Dr. Arthur makes all of his patients feel right at home as soon as they walk through the door.
Rupali Mistry, OD, is a highly trained, dedicated optometrist at Family Eyecare of Linden in Linden, New Jersey. She has over a decade of experience and is skilled in correcting vision impairment and detecting and treating common eye diseases. She enjoys improving patients’ eyesight and overall eye health to avoid complications.
Dr. Mistry received bachelor’s degrees in biological sciences and psychology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. She also completed two years of internships and externships at eye clinics and hospitals throughout Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Michigan.
Dr. Mistry cares about her patients’ well-being by providing comprehensive eye exams and emergency eye care whenever needed. She also fits patients for eyeglasses and contact lenses. Patients with glaucoma, cataracts, and other common eye diseases rely on Dr. Mistry for superior eye care.
She has completed extensive training in MiSight® contact lens fitting and Humphrey Visual Field, Optos Ultra-widefield (UWF™) retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and other cutting-edge technologies. She maintains her medical credentials through continuing education to stay current in advances in her field.
Dr. Mistry enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering, and being active when she’s not caring for her patients. She welcomes existing and new patients to the practice.
Schedule an eye exam with Dr. Mistry at Family Eyecare of Linden by phone or request one online today.
This is my second decade practicing as an optometrist, and the number of patients I see suffering from dry eye seems to be only increasing. Part of it is due to the environment (air conditioning, poor air quality), and another part is the way we use our eyes. Evaporative dry eye is the most common type, meaning the tears evaporate rapidly, leaving our eyes burning, stinging, or with a foreign body sensation... you name it!
Evaporative dry eye comes from insufficient production of oil from tiny tubes located in our eyelids called Meibomian glands. The Meibomian glands on our lower lid are the most important, as they release tiny oil particles from the openings in these tubes, and during the blink, the top lid spreads the oil across the eye, replenishing the oily part of the tear. The oil in the tears prevents the tears from evaporating, bringing protective molecules and oxygen to the tears that help fight bacteria and viruses like pink eye.
Unfortunately, as our blink rate decreases during computer work or driving, and our skin ages, losing its collagen, these little tubes get clogged with oil. The oil hardens and clogs them up. After an extended period of being clogged, the Meibomian glands atrophy, causing permanent chronic dry eye!
During this time, patients notice their eyes burning, excessively tearing, or experiencing a sensation as if something is in their eyes. This sensation comes from tears evaporating too quickly, therefore interfering with the normal consistency of the tears, and our body trying to make up for it by producing an extra “watery” part of the tear, which is unable to properly lubricate and protect the eye.
So what is the solution, you ask?!
Fortunately, there is a solution, and it works best when initiated early in the disease process.
Maintaining proper lid hygiene and function is the main focus to avoid this uncomfortable condition. I find that hot compresses using a microwavable mask, followed by eyelid wipes to remove excess debris and finally disinfection with a hypochlorous solution can be helpful in maintaining lid health. Diet supplementation with Omega-3 oil is helpful too.
Forma I and IPL have been pioneering in the treatment of dry eye as this is a great way to save those Meibomian glands from destruction by using radiofrequency to bulk heat the lids, stimulating collagen production and then using IPL (intense pulsed light) when possible to reduce inflammation. This procedure is a great tool in our toolbox as it gets to the root of the dry eye problem while also producing a favorable side effect of tightening the skin around the eye.
Ask us about which treatment is best for you at your next check-up!
Yelena Kagan, OD, is an experienced, personable optometrist at Family Eyecare of Linden in Linden, New Jersey. She specializes in treating all vision impairments and eye diseases, restoring perfect vision and superior eye health. Dr. Kagan is fluent in Russian and English.
She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Hunter College in New York City and a Doctor of Optometry degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry, also in New York City. Dr. Kagan completed two years of internships and externships at local eye care centers and hospitals and has more than 15 years of professional optometry experience.
She enjoys improving the vision and eye health of her patients by completing comprehensive eye exams and using innovative technologies and treatments to avoid crippling complications. Dr. Kagan maintains her medical credentials to stay current with the latest advances in optometry. She’s a member of the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the New York State Optometric Association (NYSOA).
In her free time, Dr. Kagan enjoys dancing and spending time with her husband and two children. She welcomes new and existing patients to the practice.
Schedule an eye evaluation with Dr. Kagan at Family Eyecare of Linden by phone or request one online today.
Benjamin Arthur, OD, is the experienced optometrist and owner of Perspective Family Eyecare in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York, where he puts patient health and outcomes above all else. Dr. Arthur takes an integrative approach to eye care, partnering with his patients to design a plan that meets their vision needs, utilizing a combination of cutting-edge treatments and alternative therapies.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, Dr. Arthur went on to earn both his Master’s of Science in vision science and his Doctor of Optometry from the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York City.
Prior to opening Perspective Family Eyecare, Dr. Arthur gained valuable experience working for private optometry practices throughout Brooklyn and Queens, in New York City, as well as in New Jersey. However, his ultimate goal was to always serve his community and help change the patient perspective on the value of eye care by making it accessible and affordable for all.
With his warm and welcoming demeanor, Dr. Arthur makes all of his patients feel right at home as soon as they walk through the door.
Dr. Felicia Donnolo is an Optometrist who received her degree from the State University of New York College of Optometry in Manhattan. She has been working in the optical field for almost thirty years providing care for the Bay Ridge and Dyker Heights community that she grew up in. Dr. Felicia Donnolo attended St. Ephrem’s, then Notre Dame Academy of Staten Island, New York University, and Brooklyn College on academic scholarships and graduated cum laude from Brooklyn College. Dr. Donnolo currently works with her husband, Marc Shuff, a licenced Optician with degrees from Brooklyn College and New York City College of Technology.
Dr. Felicia Donnolo specializes in the fitting of soft, gas permeable, and bifocal contact lenses for patients with presbyopia, keratoconus, astigmatism and dry eye.
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.
“I’ve been seeing Dr. Ali Prantis in Bay Ridge for over a decade now, and he’s truly an outstanding ophthalmologist. He performed my LASIK surgery, and the results have been fantastic. He’s professional, thorough, and really cares about his patients. I highly recommend him!”
Dr. Elias Aliprandis, MD
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Dr. Irene Rusu Jutagir, MD
Ophthalmologist 18.1 mi
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.
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.“
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. James Kim is the owner and founder of James Kim, OD, FAAO; the first eye doctor's office that custom designs and 3D print its eyewear.
Dr. Kim graduated from Duke University and SUNY College of Optometry and is a NY State licensed optometrist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, a distinction less than 10% of practicing optometrists hold. Dr. Kim provides medical eye exams, contact lens fittings, ocular disease diagnosis and treatment, pediatric exams, and weekend emergency eye care services. His background includes experience working several years at a glaucoma specialty practice and at various retail opticals throughout New York City seeing a wide array of patients and practice modalities.
Dr. Kim created Optoid as a way to appeal to the diverse population of Brooklyn by combining his unique spectrum of interests from art to ecology to music to technology to health. Book an appointment with Dr. Kim at James Kim, OD, FAAO to experience the art of optometry.
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