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Rand Rodgers, MD, is an experienced ophthalmic plastic surgeon serving patients in the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Great Neck. Known for his love of medicine, work ethic, and devotion to his patients, Dr. Rodgers is committed to helping make your beauty, more beautiful.

Dr. Rodgers was born in New York City, and graduated from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. He graduated with his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York City, where he was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Rodgers completed his training at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital in New York City, and completed a facial oculoplastic fellowship in Boston at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Hospital and Harvard Medical School.

In addition to serving patients at his practice, Dr. Rodgers is an attending physician at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He also has staff privileges at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. Speaking to his expertise. Dr. Rodgers has authored numerous chapters in textbooks on oculofacial surgery, articles in peer-reviewed journals, and also teaches physicians in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. 

Dr. Rodgers is proud to be listed under Castle Connelly’s Best Doctors in New York and has been listed under "The Best Doctors of America." Dr. Rodgers also has certifications from the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons, the National Board of Medical Examiners, and the American Board of Ophthalmology. He also authored the book, "The Eyes Have It: Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery", which was published in 2002 and serves as an introduction to various aesthetic eyelid procedures.

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.

Dr. Sing Your Li is a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

She grew up in New York and completed her undergraduate studies with a double major in Biology and Physics from MIT in Cambridge Ma. She is a graduate from Cornell Weill Medical College and did her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Li’s experience has given her the opportunity to care for patients across different sub-specialties and develop interests in Glaucoma, Uveitis, blepharoplasty, lower eyelid malposition repair, and Cataract Surgery.

When not working, Dr. Li enjoys attending church, traveling, cooking and taking long walks with her 3 children.

Dr. Tung founded Long Island Ophthalmic Concepts with a belief that people deserve to live better lives with better vision. He has dedicated his life to maintaining his high standards and detail-oriented eye care, ensuring that each location will greet you with a welcoming smile while providing you with state-of-the-art technology and exceptional patient care. 

Dr. George Tung is a board certified Ophthalmologist with more than30 years of experience. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from City College of New York and received his MD degree from Cornell University in 1983. He then completed his first residency in Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in 1986 and his second residency in Ophthalmology at North Shore University Hospital in 1989.Dr. Tung has been appointed as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departement of Ophthalmology at the School of Medicine at Hoftra/Northwell where he enjoys sharing his knowledge of patient care with the ophthalmology residents.

Dr. Tung is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the New York State Ophthalmological Society, and the Long Island Ophthalmological Society, The Medical Society of the State of New York and the Nassau County Medical Society.

Dr. Tung is married with four young adult children. He enjoys cycling, sailing, traveling and an overall healthy lifestyle.

Rodney P. Coe, MD is a distinguished Board-Certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal care at Modern Eyes Ophthalmology. With a commitment to personalized patient care tailored to individual needs, he is dedicated to enhancing his patients' vision and overall quality of life. Dr. Coe earned his undergraduate degree with honors in biology from Boston College, followed by a Master of Science in biology from New York University. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, where he received the Excellence in Ophthalmology Award.

Dr. Coe furthered his training through prestigious fellowships at Pennsylvania Hospital, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Eye Center, specializing in vitreoretinal disease and surgery. With prior experience in private practice and a commitment to advancing ophthalmic knowledge, Dr. Coe has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications and has delivered numerous presentations and lectures on ophthalmology and related fields.

Andrew Greenberg, MD offers comprehensive eye and vision care at ModernEyes Ophthalmology, where he encourages people to remember that preventive eye exams are just as vital as their annual wellness physical with their primary physician. He welcomes children and adults at their office in Levittown, New York, providing a range of care from routine vision screening and advanced testing for age-related eye disease to LASIK surgery. He’s skilled in the treatment of general eye disease, cataracts, and glaucoma.

Dr. Greenberg received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. He went on to complete his internal medicine internship at Albany Medical Center and his ophthalmology residency and chief residency at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center.

Dr. Greenberg obtained advanced training by completing a glaucoma fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary with the Glaucoma Associates of New York. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Glaucoma Society.

Perry Mollick, MD is one of the premier ophthalmologists on Long Island. His practice, ModernEyes Ophthalmology, offers complete eye care to children and adults in the area of Levittown, New York. Dr. Mollick has distinguished himself in the field of ophthalmology for almost 30 years, specializing in cataract and laser vision correction, while proudly providing comprehensive eye exams, vision screening, and expert treatment of all eye diseases such as diabetic eye disease, eye allergies, and macular degeneration.

Dr. Mollick received his bachelor of arts degree from Cornell University, then earned his medical degree at the State University of New York at Downstate Medical Center. After completing his internship in internal medicine at Nassau/Winthrop Hospital in Mineola, he returned to Downstate Medical Center to serve as a resident in ophthalmology. As a native of Long Island, he was thrilled to return to his hometown to begin practicing ophthalmology.

Dr. Mollick is a board-certified eye surgeon, a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Board-certified ophthalmologist, Imtiaz Chaudhry, MD, is a medical and surgical retina specialist at IC Laser Eye Care. At the practice’s three locations in Bensalem and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Hamilton, New Jersey, he provides advanced treatment for patients suffering from a wide range of eye conditions.

Dr. Chaudhry graduated with his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and went on to complete his ophthalmology residency at Temple University, both in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is dual-trained in child and adult retina diseases from the Doheny Eye Institute (affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles) and Children's Hospital Los Angeles (affiliated with the University of Southern California), both in Los Angeles. 

Dr. Chaudhry is currently an adjunct clinical professor at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to research, he has published numerous articles for leading medical journals throughout his career.

Outside of work, Dr. Chaudhry enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children, as well as writing.

Board-certified ophthalmologist Iftikhar Chaudhry, MD, is the director, chief surgeon, and CEO of IC Laser Eye Care in Bensalem and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Hamilton, New Jersey. He specializes in glaucoma, anterior segment, cataracts, and LASIK procedures. Dr. Chaudhry’s skills, knowledge, and experience in surgery and private practice have made him well known in his field.

Dr. Chaudhry earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He then completed fellowship training in glaucoma at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, a teaching hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Committed to staying up to date on the latest medical advances, Dr. Chaudhry is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also the assistant professor of LASIK and Refractive Services at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

When he’s not at work, Dr. Chaudhry enjoys helping those in need by participating in clinics around the world to provide free cataract surgery and treatment for many eye diseases.

Ashwinee Ragam, MD is an ophthalmic surgeon who is very well regarded by her fellow ophthalmologists. Prior to joining InVision EyeCare in Lakewood, New Jersey, Dr. Ragam was a member of the internationally renowned ophthalmology group practice, OCLI, in Long Island, New York.

Dr. Ragam graduated summa cum laude from The College of New Jersey. She was accepted to the competitive, accelerated, seven-year BS/MD program at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she finished at the top of her class and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

Dr. Ragam is board-certified and a corneal fellowship-trained ophthalmologist. She completed an ophthalmology residency at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai in Manhattan. She was selected by her peers and mentors to become Chief Resident in her final year. Dr. Ragam trained other ophthalmologists in advanced surgical techniques.  

She completed a very sought-out fellowship in corneal surgery at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. She performs corneal transplantation as well as pterygium excision. She is trained in newer techniques of partial-thickness corneal transplantation (DSAEK and DMEK), which allow for a rapid return of vision in a matter of weeks. Dr. Ragam is the first ophthalmologist in Ocean County to perform FDA-approved corneal collagen crosslinking for keratoconus.

Over her years in practice, Dr. Ragam has developed a strong interest in the causes of ocular surface diseases which includes dry eyes. She has a passion for helping patients suffering from this common, yet sometimes complex condition. She is the director of the Dry Eye Relief Center at InVision Eye Care. Dr. Ragam also performs laser-assisted cataract surgery, which offers some patients the ability to be glasses-independent, and practices comprehensive ophthalmology.

Dr. Ragam is internationally respected and has published several peer-reviewed papers and book chapters. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Cornea Society, and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Outside of ophthalmology, she enjoys running, traveling, and trying new restaurants.

In addition to these extraordinary achievements, her warm, caring, understanding down-to-earth nature impressed the team at InVision EyeCare. Her ability to communicate with empathy made her a natural choice for the practice. She is simply someone patients can talk to. The practice is excited to have Dr. Ragam as a member of their dedicated team!

Dr. Ragam and her talented husband, an orthopedic hand surgeon, are both New Jersey natives. They are excited to return home, now with a son and a Labradoodle. Welcome home!

Jonathan Gloth, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and retinal surgery specialist practicing at InVision EyeCare in Lakewood and Eatontown, New Jersey. He specializes in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions, and uveitis.

Dr. Gloth graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University in New Jersey. He also received the Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence (awarded to students with a 4.0 grade-point average). He then graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he was inducted into the national medical honors society, Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed his residency in ophthalmology and finished rigorous fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery and uveitis at Albany Medical College in New York. During his time in Albany, he was appointed a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology. 

Dr. Gloth was board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology in 2011. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Dr. Gloth’s work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented numerous times at national meetings.

His areas of surgical expertise include retinal detachment repair, diabetic hemorrhage evacuation, macular hole repair, and macular pucker peeling. Dr. Gloth also treats complications of cataract extraction, such as removal of retained lens fragments and intraocular lens repositioning. 

Outside of his practice, Dr. Gloth is an avid sports fan. He enjoys running, coaching and playing baseball, and spending time with his three children.

Dr. Marc von Roemer, MD is a board certified ophthalmologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, who earned his medical degree at New Jersey Medical School. After graduating medical school with honors and at the top of his class, Dr. von Roemer completed his residency training at Stony Brook University in New York, where he was selected as Chief Resident. He has been with InVision Eyecare since 2000.

Dr. von Roemer is well recognized for his outstanding medical skills. His areas of special expertise include: the treatment of macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and dry eye. He is also trained in performing laser eye surgery to improve vitreous floaters. Dr. von Roemer is certified to perform laser vision correction and also offers BOTOX® and Juvederm® for facial rejuvenation.

Dr Marc von Roemer is the Director of the Laser Vision Center at InVision. Dr von Roemer is extremely well respected by his patients who consistently applaud his excellent surgical skill, outcomes and focused personal care. Dr Von Roemer has a strong interest in laser vision outcomes as well as safety. Recent technologic acquisitions will reinforce our already outstanding safety record of performing laser vision correction for over 20 years.

Dr. von Roemer is a lifelong New Jersey resident and lives locally with his wife and five children. His interests are spending time with his family, photography, hiking and skiing.

Dr. Hedaya is well regarded by his peers in Ophthalmology who frequently seek his opinion. He is loved by his patients who appreciate not only the depth of his expertise, but also his engaging personality, caring and outstanding skills.

He has trained at some of the finest institutions in the country, including Mt. Zion/UCSF, North Shore/Cornell Medical Center, and the New York University Medical Center. In addition to the standard ophthalmology residency program, he had elected additional pre- and post- residency fellowship training programs to expand his knowledge base and skills.  Consequently he ranked in the top 10% nationally in his board certification in ophthalmology.

Dr. Hedaya served as Clinical Instructor of Ophthalmic Surgery at the New York University Medical Center. He also was a certified supervisor for the LADARVision excimer laser.  He specializes in non-incision laser vision correction, called PRK, on the leading-edge German engineered Allegretto Wave Eye-Q laser system. Dr. Hedaya enjoys teaching the nuance of laser vision correction as well as the LenSx cataract laser to other surgeons.

It is his nature to be intellectually inquisitive, and he is well regarded in the ophthalmic industry. He participates in many web seminars and meetings around the world. His most recent publication focused on how to optimize surgical results.

With over 30 years of growing surgical experience, Dr. Hedaya has developed a strong track record of excellent results with extremely low complication rates. He is among the most experienced cataract and laser vision correction specialists on the Jersey Shore. Our office databases the surgical results and they are outstanding. He also has a keen interest in more difficult cases, including patients who have had laser vision correction or other eye procedures in the past.

Dr. Hedaya resides on the shore, loves being married, and has four dynamic children. His hobbies are ophthalmology (of course), teaching doctors, learning languages, exercise - including downhill skiing, biking, as well as travel. He is a fan of the ballet, symphony, and adores the American standards!