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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.

Dr. Marsha Zaman is dedicated to a patient-centered approach, prioritizing the unique needs and preferences of each individual to deliver truly personalized care. She is committed to understanding her patients' concerns and providing tailored solutions that enhance their vision and overall eye health.

Dr. Zaman earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She continued her education at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, graduating with a Doctorate in Optometry with Honors and earning a second degree in Bachelors of Vision Science. Following her optometry degree, she completed a residency in Ocular Disease at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. During her residency, Dr. Zaman provided comprehensive eye care to American service members and worked closely with specialists in glaucoma and retina. She managed complex conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, treated ocular emergencies, and fit veterans with scleral, soft, gas permeable and hybrid contact lenses. In addition to her clinical duties, she lectured on multiple anterior and posterior segment conditions, and presented cases at various conferences.

Dr. Zaman is particularly passionate about the transformative effects of dry eye treatment, specialty lenses, and myopia control. Fluent in English and Bengali, she values not only helping her patients achieve optimal vision but also educating them about their eye health and treatment options.

Dr. Zaman is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to helping you see your best at Bronx Eye Associates!

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 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.

Nicanor Lacsina, OD, is a board-certified physician practicing optometry. He practices at Bainbridge Eye Care, located in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City. 

Dr. Lacsina attended optometry school at S.U.N.Y College of Optometry, in New York City, and graduated in 2006 having 14 years of experience. He completed an ocular disease and ocular surgery externship at OMNI Eye Services, located in Iselin, New Jersey, followed by an ocular disease externship at VA Extended Care Facility in St. Albans, New York.

He has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of refractive conditions including myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia. He also is highly knowledgeable in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of ocular diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. Additionally, he sees patients for contact lens fitting as well, including spherical, toric, and hard contact lenses.

In addition to his medical training, Dr. Lacsina also boasts research experience at State University of New York, where he observed the evaluation of tactile fonts on the visually impaired elderly population.

To better serve his patients, Dr. Lacsina speaks conversational Spanish and Tagalog.

Dr. Lacsina looks forward to meeting new patients at Bainbridge Eye Care and guiding them toward better vision.

Yelena Pinkhasova, OD, is a highly skilled, TPA-certified optometrist who provides friendly and professional care to her patients at Bainbridge Eye Care, located in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City.

Dr. Pinkhasova earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University’s Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, and is a member of the American Optometric Association and the New York State Optometric Association. Her TPA (therapeutic pharmaceutical agents) certification grants her the authority to prescribe medications to further treat her patients.

Dr. Pinkhasova is deeply experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular pathologies, from common conditions such as dry eyes, infected eyes, and near- and farsightedness, to more complex issues like cataracts, glaucoma, and autoimmune- and diabetes-related concerns. She’s also skilled in contact lens fitting.

Dr. Pinkhasova enjoys working with patients of all ages and actually specializes in children’s vision problems. Her fluency in English, Russian, and Spanish enable her to provide personalized and compassionate care to patients of all backgrounds. She looks forward to providing all of her patients with high-quality and individualized care.

At Accurate Eye Care, Dr. Chang is a leading orthokeratologist and optometrist providing services in Paramus, New Jersey for glasses and contact lenses for adults and children, emergency eye care, diabetic eye care, eye infections, cataract surgery consultations, LASIK consultations, corneal refractive therapy, and optometry consultations. She offers a full range of options to meet your eye care needs in a warm and welcoming environment.

After starting her undergraduate studies at the University of Notre Dame and finishing her bachelor's degree at Pacific University, Dr. Chang completed her doctorate in optometry at the New England College of Optometry. She completed her hospital-based residency through the Southern California College of Optometry. Dr. Chang has a fellowship in orthokeratology from the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. She obtained IACMM (International Academy Certification in Myopia Management). She is also a member of the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. She is a diplomate by the American Board of Optometry. She was ranked among America’s top optometrists by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.

Dr. Chang is professional in her practice and passionate about her patients. Dr. Chang offers the highest standards of quality and individualized attention to her patients in a relaxed and professional atmosphere. She looks to exceed patient expectations by providing personalized care for you and your family. Dr.Chang completes comprehensive eye exams herself and takes her time discussing the findings and different options available for each patient. She is dedicated to delivering the highest quality care for all of her patients by taking the time to listen and delivering individualized service.

Dr. Chang of Accurate Eye Care welcomes all new patients to the practice, where most major forms of health insurance are accepted.

Elianna Sharvit, OD, is a skilled optometrist practicing at New York Retina and Macula Institute's location in Borough Park in Brooklyn. She is excited to be part of the team and relishes the opportunity to provide comprehensive eye care to individuals in the Brooklyn community.

Dr. Sharvit completed her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Vision Science degrees at the SUNY College of Optometry and her micro-credential in cornea and contact lenses. 

Her special interests include dry eye disease, contact lenses, digital eye strain, and glaucoma. She is committed to helping patients improve their vision and overall eye health so that they can see more clearly, preserve their vision, and experience a better quality of life. 

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Sharvit or another member of the team at New York Retina and Macula Institute, call the nearest office or reqeust an appointment using the online booking feature today. 

Dr. Janna Stepankoff has been delivering outstanding eye care services to the underserved communities of Brooklyn for over 15 years. She is a highly skilled, qualified and experienced optometrist who earned her optometric degree from the SUNY College of Optometry in New York, NY. She further advanced her education by completing additional training at Brooklyn VA Medical Center. Dr. Stepankoff is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry.

Conditions that she treats include, but are not limited to eye infections, glaucoma, cataract, cornea problems, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Stepankoff devotes considerable amount of time to co-management of laser procedures with ophthalmologists. Dr. Stepankoff takes genuine interest in updating herself on various new advancements in her field so that her patients get the best and the most advanced treatments possible. She puts significant emphasis on interaction with her patients and focuses on preventive care. Her goal is to not only provide top quality eye care, but to ensure that her patients understand their health and eyes. When she is not treating patients, Dr. Stepankoff enjoys reading, travelling, and spending time with her family.

Optometrist Anna Lazarev  examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. She completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college and four years of professional education at SUNY College of Optometry in New York, NY, leading to the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree. Her main focus is understanding his patients’ eye care needs and providing them with the most up-to-date treatment options available. Dr. Anna Lazarev is sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient’s situation and aliment, and adapts her treatment options properly to accommodate individual needs and concerns. She gives her patients undivided, focused attention, thus she is able to deliver the best care and treatment available.

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 Optoid Print3d Eyewear & Primary Eyecare; 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 Optoid to experience the art of optometry.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Marina Kotlyar is a top-rated optometrist providing skilled, compassionate care for patients in Brooklyn, NY, and throughout the New York City metro region. At Grand Vision Center, she offers all patients the most advanced eye care services, including routine comprehensive eye exams to help detect vision problems at their earliest stages so they can be corrected for optimal outcomes. As an experienced eye care provider, she offers evaluation and management for chronic eye diseases and conditions, including dry eye, glaucoma, anterior segment disease, as well as pre-op evaluation and post-op cataract management.  Services also include diagnosis and evaluation of retinal diseases like age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy.

Located on Kings Highway, the office features state-of-the-art equipment, enabling Dr. Kotlyar to offer each patient the individualized care he or she needs to have the safest, most effective and most appropriate care for optimal visual outcomes. The practice also provides DMV vision exams and a complete selection of contact lenses and comfortable, fashionable eyewear to make getting the best eye care solutions as convenient and simple as possible.

After earning her OD degree at the New England College of Optometry where she focused on the management and treatment of all types of ocular diseases as well as geriatric eye care, Dr. Kotlyar completed an externship at the Bascom Palmer Institute in Miami, Florida, one of the nation's leading eye institutes.

At Grand Vision Center, Dr. Kotlyar welcomes new patients, providing customized, compassionate care to help patients enjoy better visual health. The practice accepts most major medical insurance plans, and Dr. Kotlyar speaks both English and Russian.

Dmitri Bondarenko, OD, is an experienced optometrist at Vistasite Eye Care of Kings Plaza Mall, serving patients in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, and throughout New York City. With his diverse education and hands-on training in ophthalmology and optometry, Dr. Bondarenko helps patients manage chronic eye conditions while improving their vision. 

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 at the State University of New York College of Optometry in New York, New York.

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) and farsightedness (hypermetropia).

Not only is Dr. Bondarenko fluent in English, he’s also fluent in Russian. This allows him to communicate with patients who might otherwise struggle with language barriers. 

At Vistasite Eye Care of Kings Plaza Mall, Dr. Bondarenko is known for being professional and educating his patients. He takes the time to answer patients' questions, ensuring they feel safe and never rushed. Dr. Bondarenko is friendly and patient and is highly recommended by patients. 

When he isn't treating patients, Dr. Bondarenko enjoys reading, skiing, and cycling.