Frequently Asked Questions
Get helpful information about appointments, retinal evaluations, treatments, and what to expect when visiting
our Garden City or Fresh Meadows office.
FAQ
Referral requirements vary depending on your insurance plan. Please contact your insurance provider or call our office if you are unsure whether a referral is required.
We diagnose and treat macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments, macular holes, vitreous detachments, macular edema, epiretinal membranes, retinal vein occlusions, and other retinal diseases.
Please bring your photo ID, insurance information, medication list, referral if required, and any relevant medical records or imaging from another eye-care provider.
Most retinal examinations require dilation so the doctor can thoroughly evaluate the back of the eye. Your vision may be blurry and sensitive to light afterward, so consider bringing sunglasses and arranging transportation if needed.
Appointment times vary depending on the testing and imaging required. Retinal visits are often more detailed than routine eye examinations, so please allow additional time for dilation, diagnostic testing, and your consultation.
A sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, a shadow or curtain across your vision, sudden distortion, or an unexplained loss of vision may indicate a serious retinal problem. Contact an eye-care professional immediately if you experience these symptoms.
Treatment depends on your diagnosis and may include careful monitoring, nutritional recommendations, eye injections, laser treatment, light-based therapy, or retinal surgery. Your doctor will explain the appropriate options after completing your evaluation.
The Valeda® Light Delivery System is a noninvasive treatment for qualifying patients with certain forms of dry age-related macular degeneration. A retinal evaluation is necessary to determine whether you may be a candidate.
Yes. We evaluate and manage both dry and wet age-related macular degeneration. Treatment recommendations are based on the type, stage, and specific characteristics of the condition.
We serve patients from two convenient locations in Garden City, Long Island and Fresh Meadows, Queens.
