Cardiologist 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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Dentist 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.
Dermatologist 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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Ophthalmologist 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.
Orthopedic Surgeon 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.
Pediatrician 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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Podiatrist 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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William V. Padula, OD, is a distinguished graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University of Health Sciences in Elkins Park. He provides expert and compassionate care to patients at Padula Institute of Visual Rehabilitation, a part of the DeyeNAMICS Alliance. The practice serves patients in Guildford, Connecticut.
Dr. Padula is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association International (NORA), and the National Academy of Practice. He completed a fellowship at the Gesell Institute, where he also served as Director of Vision Research.
He was the founding chairman of the Low Vision Section of the American Optometric Association and the inaugural president of NORA. His expertise led to his appointment as the National Consultant in Low Vision Services for the American Foundation for the Blind and a consultant to the Committee on Vision for the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, DC. Recently, he provided his expertise to Walter Reed Hospital.
An international authority, Dr. Padula founded the first low-vision clinic at the Zhongshan Eye Research Hospital in Guangzhou, China, named in his honor. He lectures globally in countries such as China, India, Italy, and Mexico, focusing on children's vision related to learning and adult vision challenges following stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Dr. Padula has authored numerous publications, including three influential books: A Behavioral Vision Approach for Persons With Physical Disabilities, Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation, and Neuro-Visual Processing Rehabilitation: An Interdisciplinary Approach. He also contributed a chapter on vision in Brain Injury Medicine and developed three award-winning educational videos on vision rehabilitation.
Additionally, he holds five US patents for vision-related instruments. In 2009, Dr. Padula was honored as Connecticut Optometrist of the Year by the Connecticut Association of Optometrists, recognizing his significant contributions to the field.
Ayra Sayyed, OD, is a distinguished optometrist and a graduate of the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston. She provides expert care to patients at Padula Institute of Visual Rehabilitation, a part of the DeyeNAMICS Alliance, in Guildford, Connecticut.
With a specialization in neuro-optometric rehabilitation, Dr. Sayyed completed the prestigious RJ Apell and C. Nelson Residency at the Padula Institute of Vision in Guilford, Connecticut, in 2020. Her dedication to advancing the field is evident through her presentations at prominent brain injury rehabilitation conferences and her involvement with the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association and the International Lyme and Associated Diseases conference.
In 2021, Dr. Sayyed earned her fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) and is currently a candidate for the fellowship of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (FNORA).
As a research coordinator for Padula Rehabilitation Technologies, she plays a vital role in developing innovative optometric rehabilitative technologies, including VeyeZERTM, PAVE TM, and NeurOpTrek TM.
An active member of several professional organizations, including the American Optometric Association and the Connecticut Association of Optometrists, Dr. Sayyed is dedicated to improving vision care and rehabilitation for individuals affected by neurological conditions.
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.
“Well,so far Iam very satisfy with the attention of front desk ..they are very courtesy, friendly and helpful. I am very happy with Dr. Jessica.L. Barest MD. Keep up the great work you are all doing.”
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.
“Well,so far Iam very satisfy with the attention of front desk ..they are very courtesy, friendly and helpful. I am very happy with Dr. Jessica.L. Barest MD. Keep up the great work you are all doing.”
Laura Medina, OD, is a distinguished board-certified optometrist known for her expertise in comprehensive and medical eye care for patients of all ages. Specializing in ocular disease, surgical co-management, refractive correction, and specialty contact lenses, Dr. Medina offers top-tier care at Eye Care & Surgery, which has locations in Washington Heights, Manhattan, and near the Grand Concourse in the Bronx, directly across from Yankee Stadium and in New Rochelle, NY.
A proud graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in biology, Dr. Medina earned her Doctor of Optometry with honors from the State University of New York College of Optometry. Her extensive training includes prestigious institutions such as NYU Ophthalmology, Woodhull Hospital, CityEye MD, and NYC Retina. She is adept at co-managing complex conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and anterior segment pathology.
Dr. Medina is deeply passionate about vision research, with a robust background in cornea and contact lens research. Her work at the SUNY Graduate Center for Vision Research, where she frequently presented at conferences, underscores her commitment to advancing the field.
Dedicated to improving eye care access, Dr. Medina has participated in medical mission trips to Mexico and led initiatives with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity, providing essential eye care to underserved populations. Recognized for her leadership and scholarship, she is an active member of the American Optometric Association and the New York State Optometric Association.
A native Spanish speaker from Colombia, Dr. Medina combines her clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to deliver exceptional eye care.
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.
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