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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gary Eppel, OD, is an esteemed 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. Dr. Eppel specializes in vision therapy and eye exams and demonstrates a passion for providing exceptional eye care to a diverse population of patients.
Dr. Eppel began his education at Queens College of the City University of New York in the Queens borough of New York City, where he earned his bachelor's degree. Eager to advance his expertise, he pursued his Doctor of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida.
Dedicated to enhancing vision and eye health, Dr. Eppel treats various eye conditions, such as dry eyes, double vision, eye infections, and allergic eye problems. In addition to providing annual eye exams and glaucoma consultations, he offers optometry follow-ups, Botox® treatments, eyeglass prescriptions, and refractive therapy.
Patients describe Dr. Eppel as thorough, knowledgeable, and personable. Emphasizing a patient-centered approach, he ensures that every individual feels actively involved in their personalized treatment plan.
Dr. Eppel enjoys collaborating with the Vistasite Eye Care of Kings Plaza Mall team and fostering positive relationships with his patients. Whether meeting the needs of new or returning patients, he looks forward to continuing his mission of delivering outstanding eye care services.
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.
A leader in his field, board-certified ophthalmologist Aryeh L. Pollack, MD, offers cutting-edge treatments for a variety of eye diseases and conditions for patients in Midtown East Manhattan, Borough Park in Brooklyn, and the nearby communities. As the founder of New York Retina and Macula Institute, Dr. Pollack provides patients in New York City with the highest standard of care and the latest technologies. He specializes in retinal, vitreoretinal, and macula surgery.
Dr. Pollack’s Ivy League education began at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he earned his medical degree in 1995. Then in New York, he completed an internal medicine internship and a residency in ophthalmology at Mount Sinai Hospital of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
To further his expertise in the study of surgical and medical retina, Dr. Pollack completed a prestigious two-year San Francisco retina fellowship at California Pacific Medical Center, in conjunction with the Schatz practice. This fellowship was instrumental in developing Dr. Pollack’s advanced knowledge and skills regarding modern vitreoretinal surgical concepts and techniques, as well as exposing him to all aspects of medical retina, including retinal vascular disease, choroidal vascular disease, and uveitis.
Academically, Dr. Pollack serves as a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology at New York University. He is also a member of the Eye Trauma Service of New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, where he trains residents and fellows in the latest techniques of vitreous and retina surgery.
Dr. Pollack is among the first ophthalmologists in New York City to implement and teach 25-gauge or small incision vitreoretinal surgery for complex retinal detachments. Research to Prevent Blindness, Inc. recognizes him as an ophthalmological associate for his contributions to the advancement of eye research and disease investigation. He has published articles in major academic journals.
Dr. Pollack is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists. Since 2002, Dr. Pollack has welcomed patients to New York Retina and Macula Institute.
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. 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.
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.
“First time there and it was such a positive experience!
My husband and I booked our yearly eye exam along with both of us getting an updated eyeglasses prescription, and contact lenses for him.
The front desk staff was very friendly, the doctor took his time with both of us and answered any questions we had. When my husband was picking out his new glasses, the gentleman that was helping him went over all the options and what the insurance covered or didn't cover in detail.
Overall we're very happy we found this place!”
Dr. Benjamin Arthur, OD,MS
Optometrist
629 Eastern Pkwy
Unit M4, Suite 202
Brooklyn, NY 11213
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