Your Vision Archives | Long Island Eye Doctor
Are Online Eye Exams Accurate?
October 26, 2017 | Meghan Schiffer, OD
Healthcare and Telecommunication
A new era of health care is emerging, referred to as telemedicine. It is no surprise that in medicine, as in most fields, the convenience of the internet is changing traditional healthcare. Telemedicine refers to utilizing telecommunication … Read More
Where to Get Eye Exams Without Insurance
June 19, 2017 | Meghan Schiffer, OD
Options without Insurance Coverage
At Optix, we gladly accept patients who are without insurance benefits. While many of our patients use a vision benefit plan toward a routine eye exam and glasses, we also offer affordable exam fees for patients … Read More
An Open Letter to Government Leaders
February 23, 2017 | Joel Kestenbaum, OD
February 16, 2017
Dear Governor Cuomo,
I am writing to inform you of the hazards imposed by the installation of LED (light emitting diode) street lamps in our towns. The potential devastating effect on public health should be further explored … Read More
What Do Babies See? Part 2
September 2, 2016 | Suchi Matalia, OD
Time is flying and my son is already 8 months old! Feels like I was just pregnant! It’s been amazing watching him grow and learn so much in a very short period of time. Since my last post about him, … Read More
Doctor’s Corner – Case Presentation
June 29, 2016 | Meghan Schiffer, OD
Recently, a longtime Optix patient arrived for his routine eye exam and contact lens evaluation. Our patient is a 51 year old male who often works long and non-traditional hours as a firefighter. Needless to say, that also means he … Read More
What to Expect at Optix – Part Two
March 25, 2016 | Meghan Schiffer, OD
Once you are successfully checked in, you are ready to begin your routine eye exam. Our technician will start by gathering information that will be used by the doctor during the exam. The prescription on your current glasses and sunglasses … Read More
Hawaii Without Sunglasses – and other mishaps
January 29, 2016 | Joel Kestenbaum, OD
The long planned trip to Hawaii was finally underway. Bags were packed and ready to go. First stop…. San Diego to see my son. It all started off well with an on-time flight and a relatively smooth trip. The weather … Read More
WARNING-Reports Issued on Digital Eye Strain
November 23, 2015 | Dr. Joel Kestenbaum
According to The Vision Council, almost 33% of adults spend most of their waking hours in the digital world. In that light, most people experience digital eye strain after only two hours using a device. The reason, is blue light. … Read More
