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Hena A. Khaja, MD, is a Houston native and board-certified ophthalmologist who treats patients at Texas Eye Doctors in McKinney, Texas. She specializes in ophthalmic disease, ocular surgery, lens implantation, and retinopathy.

Dr. Khaja graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas where she majored in human biology with a focus on pathogenesis and immunities and minored in business. After graduating, she completed a transitional year program at the University of Texas in Houston, where she worked in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings to gain experience in general medicine, pediatrics, and surgery. 

Dr. Khaja earned her medical degree from the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, Minnesota. She graduated with honors in surgery and ophthalmology. She also presented clinical research on the incidence and clinical characteristics of epiretinal membranes in children, in addition to research on Trabectome ablation arc. 

She went on to complete an ophthalmology residency at the University of Cincinnati, where she served as chief resident and presented on cancer-associated retinopathy, lupus retinopathy, and retinal phlebitis at the university’s grand rounds forum.

Dr. Khaja holds certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the Cincinnati Society of Ophthalmology. In her work at Texas Eye Doctors, she provides patients with state-of-the-art treatments that utilize her extensive skills in ophthalmic disease and ocular surgery.

She’s also conducted groundbreaking research on acute maculopathy and dangling lens phacoemulsification, a new technique for phacoemulsification and lens implantation. She's also performed extensive performance analyses of various vitreoretinal instruments. 

Dr. Khaja speaks English, Hindu, Urdu, and Spanish, and looks forward to working with new and existing patients to provide the best ophthalmologic care in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

MY ADVENTURE IN OPTOMETRY STARTED AT 7 YEARS OLD WHEN MY MOTHER(DR. ELIZ M. DAY) WENT BACK TO SCHOOL TO GET HER DEGREE IN OPTOMETRY. I WOULD ATTEND CLASS WITH HER,NEUTRALIZE GLASSES FOR MISSION TRIPS,WORK IN OPTICAL LABS,WORK AS AN OPTOMETRIC TECHNICIAN,ETC. MY STEPFATHER(DR. FRANK B. DAY) ALSO CAME FROM A FAMILY OF OPTOMETRISTS, HIS GRANDFATHER HELD THE NUMBER 1 LICENSE IN NORTH CAROLINA. DURING UNDERGRADUATE I PARTICIPATED IN RESEARCH ON RETINAL CELL REGENERATION(EARLY STEM CELL ) AND LEAD TOXICITY STUDIES. I GAINED A GREAT DEAL OF EXPERIENCE DURING MY EXTERNSHIP AT BRUNSWICK NAVAL AIR STATION /PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIP YARD. ALSO FROM YEARS OF SERVICING PATIENTS IN NURSING HOMES. POST GRADUATE EDUCATION( A MINIMUM OF 20 HOURS PER YEAR) INCLUDED CERTIFICATION IN LASER(YAG/ARGON),INJECTIONS & IV,CPR/DEFIB,AND VISION THERAPY VIP PROGRAM. I LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS!!!

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.

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.

Richard Petersen, OD, is a skilled and highly regarded doctor of optometry at Antelope Valley Optometric Center in Lancaster, California. Dr. Petersen specializes in comprehensive vision exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, LASIK surgery co-management, eye care for children, and treatment of eye conditions like macular degeneration and astigmatism, as well as retinal diseases.

After beginning his education at Antelope Valley College, Dr. Petersen attended the University of California, Berkeley to complete his undergraduate degree. Dr. Petersen then worked as an optometric technician at Antelope Valley Optometric Center to gain valuable experience in optometry before attending the UC Berkeley School of Optometry, where he earned his doctor of optometry degree. Upon becoming an optometrist in 2006, Dr. Petersen rejoined the Antelope Valley Optometric Center.

Dr. Petersen loves his work at Antelope Valley Optometric Center, and he’s passionate about helping patients with all of their eye care needs. When not assisting his patients, Dr. Petersen enjoys spending time with his wife and three dogs, cooking, and staying up with the latest events in the world of sports.

Tara Shields, OD, is a highly experienced and skilled doctor of optometry at Antelope Valley Optometric Center in Lancaster, California. Dr. Shields works with patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular diseases. Dr. Shields works with patients of all ages, diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular diseases.

She specializes in comprehensive vision exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, LASIK co-management, pediatric eye care, and treatment of retinal diseases and other eye conditions such as astigmatism and macular degeneration.

Dr. Shields is also certified in diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceutical privileges, which allows her to diagnose and treat most ocular diseases as effectively as possible.

Dr. Shields earned her undergraduate degree at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. She then went on to earn her doctorate degree at the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, California.

In 2007 Dr. Shields relocated to the Antelope Valley, and she’s been a proud member of the community ever since. When Dr. Shields isn’t busy with her work, she enjoys family time with her husband and four children. 

Michelle Lomelino, OD, is an excellent optometrist at Diablo Eye Associates in Walnut Creek, California. A Bay Area native, Dr. Lomelino graduated with honors from the University of California, Davis. There she earned her degrees in neurobiology, physiology and behavior, and English. She continued on to earn her optometry degree from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Optometry. 

To bolster her studies and experience, Dr. Lomelino completed medical externships at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Honolulu Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, VA Livermore in California, and Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento. After graduating, Dr. Lomelino worked as a clinical research optometrist at Carl Zeiss Meditec before joining our practice in 2014. After traveling the western United States serving a wide variety of patients, Dr. Lomelino brings unmatched experience to her patients at Diablo Eye Associates. 

Outside of work, Dr. Lomelino enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughter. 

Jeff Clark, OD, is an enthusiastic and highly skilled doctor at Antelope Valley Optometric Center in Lancaster, California. Dr. Clark treats children and adults of all ages for a wide range of eye care needs, concerns, and conditions.

His areas of expertise include comprehensive vision exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses, co-management of LASIK surgery, children’s eye care, and treatment of a range of eye conditions, including retinal diseases and issues like astigmatism and macular degeneration.

After completing his undergraduate studies at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, Dr. Clark then went on to earn his optometry degree at the Southern California College of Optometry in Fullerton, California. He has a decade of experience in eye care, and truly enjoys helping his patients with all of their eye care needs.

When not working with patients, Dr. Clark enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He enjoys music and is a self-professed car enthusiast.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Bangiyev received her training and doctorate from the SUNY College of Optometry. Since then, she has treated and managed refractive conditions, dry eye, glaucoma, and diseases of the retina, as well as co-managed surgical cases.

During her graduate studies she was President of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, a member of the American Optometric Association, and the New York State Optometic Association.

She was trained extensively in advanced eye care, having undergone rotations through Woodhull, Bellevue, and NYU hospitals. She is passionate about preventative and comprehensive ocular examinations for patients of all ages, specifically the prophylactic treatment of nearsightedness using eye drops and contact lenses.

Dr. Bangiyev is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish and is currently accepting new patients.

With his specialized training in chronic eye diseases and early intervention, Viren R. Patel, OD, can get to the root of his patients’ eye issues quickly. Dr. Patel cares for patients at Bronx Eye Associates in the Bronx in New York City.

After completing his undergraduate degree in chemistry from Austin College in Sherman, Texas, Dr. Patel earned his doctor of optometry degree from the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico. Dr. Patel has a passion for serving the underserved, and he went on to work with the Friends of the Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation. During his time with this nonprofit corporation, Dr. Patel focused on providing glaucoma screenings and treatments.

Dr. Patel is known for spending time with patients during comprehensive eye exams. Not only is he an expert in glaucoma care, but Dr. Patel can also diagnose and treat diabetic eye disease, cataracts, macular degeneration, and other chronic eye issues. He also strives to find the best possible vision correction solutions for patients who have complex vision impairments, such as night blindness or astigmatism.

Dr. Patel is fluent in English, Spanish, and Gujarati, and he’s 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.

Dr. Robert J Foster has found success in many areas of life. He would tell you that his greatest success is his family. He is married and has 3 children. He was raised in Warrenton, North Carolina by his great -aunt and uncle. They gave him the desire to become a Doctor. He served his Church as a Full time Missionary at his own expense in Arcadia California, learning a little Spanish. While in Optometry School, Dr. Foster continued to be a leader in the Clinic and throughout Philadelphia. He graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University with Clinical Honors. He performed Internships in Ocular Disease at The Veteran's Hospital in Fayetteville, NC, Pediatric Care, Low Vision, Retinal Disease, and Primary Care at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia, PA. He also had Internships in Corneal Disease at Eye Care Associates and Primary Care Optometry at the Triangle Eye Institute in Raleigh, NC.

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.