brings years of experience in treating patients to the team of Metropolitan Vision Correction Associates. He founded the practice 30 years ago and still sees some of his initial patients and their families today. Dr. Nevins is an expert in the treatment of glaucoma and dry eye, and has developed unique protocols for the management of these conditions. He also spends time dealing with hard to fit contact lens patients and can customize a contact lens to fit any type of eye. If you have a chronic vision problem that has not been fixed, Dr. Nevins will take the necessary time to come up with a helpful solution. A graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and a member of the American Optometric Association, Dr. Nevins spends time outside the office fishing and spending time with his family.

is a member of the team at Metropolitan Vision Correction Associates where she specializes in helping and advising patients with vision related issues such as dry eye, extended contact lens use, and eyestrain from over-exposure to computer screens. In addition, Dr. Goldstein works hard to find optometric solutions for patients in need of vision therapy. Dr. Goldstein has a passion for the field and is a member of both the NY State and American Optometric Associations. She is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. Goldstein completed her residency at the Northport VA Hospital and graduated top in her class from the SUNY State College of Optometry. A native New Yorker, she resides on the Upper West Side with her husband. Dr. Goldstein is enjoying the company of her new son Maxwell Logan, who was born in January of 2010.

is a member of the team at Metropolitan Vision Correction Associates where he specializes in finding custom solutions for contact lens patients, including the treatment of dry eye and specialty contact lens fittings. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and a top graduate of the SUNY State College of Optometry. Dr. Jung completed his residency at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry where he refined his skills in treating emergencies and ocular diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration and Diabetes. He takes pride in his knowledge of technologies in our advancing eyecare field. He lives with his wife in downtown Park Row. He celebrated the birth of his daughter Alexis in February of 2009.

is a member of the team at Metropolitan Vision Correction Associates and concentrates on comprehensive management of patients' visual needs. Dr. Behan was a top graduate of the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. He completed a residency at the Illinois Eye Institute and the Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind where he concentrated on the management of ocular disease and low vision rehabilitation. Dr Behan is also experienced in specialty contact lens fitting. Dr Behan and his wife recently moved to their new home in Brooklyn. He also has a beautiful baby girl named Darcy, who was born in March of 2009.

is a member of the team at Metropolitan Vision Correction Associates and concentrates on contact lenses, ocular pathology, and comprehensive eye care. A graduate of the State University of New York College of Optometry in 2015, Dr. Leis went on to complete a residency in ocular pathology at the New England College of Optometry and the VA Boston Health Care System. Dr. Leis is a member of the New York State and American Optometric Association. He lives on Long Island, plays soccer frequently, and speaks Spanish fluently.

• You will be greeted by a friendly staff
• Please bring your insurance card
• Bring your recent glasses and contact lens information

• Pre testing to help determine your prescription
• A thorough assessment of your needs discussed with the Doctor
• A comprehensive spectacle or contact lens examination performed by the Doctor
• A detailed ocular health examination using eye drops to check for glaucoma and to dilate the pupils
• If needed, the Doctor will order special tests
• Our Opticians will fit you with the correct frame and lenses
• A final consultation with your Doctor will be done to review the examination results and answer any questions
• Plan on 1+ hours in the office for your examination
• Your vision will be slightly blurry for reading and light sensitive after your eyes are dilated

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The Doctors and staff are like nothing else you will find in New York City. We are professional and most importantly compassionate to you as a patient. We go above and beyond the standard of care to prove that we not only care for your eyes, but your general well being as well. Again, we have served close to 3 generations of families and will work our hardest to exceed your expectations. By the end of your examination you will have the best spectacle or contact lens prescription for your needs. Our Opticians have a vast knowledge to fit you with the correct frame and recommend the optimal lenses. You will have a thorough understanding of the health of your eyes. The doctors will privately review and discuss results of your examination and manage any conditions you may have.

Why do my eyes hurt or ache after using the computer?

In today’s busy environment, our eyes are used more than ever before. There are more demands placed on the eyes by computers, video games, and PDAs. With over-use of computers or improper placement of the screens, your eyes may feel tired, irritated, and blurry. You may even suffer from headaches or double vision. This occurs because our eyes do not focus the same way while looking at a computer screen as they do while reading a book or magazine. In addition, we tend not to blink nearly as much as we should. These symptoms and others like it make up a condition called Computer Vision Syndrome. For long term work on a computer some solutions include computer glasses, anti-glare screens or a special coating on your glasses. Taking continuous visual breaks can help your symptoms and there are even eye exercises if needed. The doctors here at Metropolitan Vision know what signs and symptoms to look for and we can help improve your visual comfort at work.

Why are my eyes red?

Red eyes can be caused from a variety of conditions. Most commonly red eyes are a sign of infection, dry eye, or allergy.

, or "pink eye" or conjunctivitis, can cause the eyes to appear red. Other signs include tearing, discharge upon awakening, and swollen eyelids or swollen glands in the neck. Eye infections can be caused by bacteria, as most often seen in children. Or they can be caused by a virus, like the common cold. Often an eye infection will coincide with you feeling run-down and tired or being sick at the same time. Eye infections are contagious and can be spread by direct contact. Frequent hand washing and disinfecting shared telephones and keyboards is a good approach to avoiding catching and spreading the conjunctivitis. If you think you have pink eye, see your eye doctor immediately.

Dry eye is a common condition that is often overlooked and ignored by patients and doctors alike. Yet dry eye can be devastating to a person’s quality of life. Dry eye can cause symptoms of dryness, irritation, grittiness, redness, blurred vision, achy eyes and even headaches. Dry eye can be caused by environmental irritants like dust and wind, or from aging and hormonal changes. Certain medications like anti-histamines and anti-depressants, as well as diseases of the thyroid and diabetes also increase ones risk for dry eye. Most dry eye is not due to a lack of tears, but rather to a poor quality tear film that occurs from inflammation of the lids and glands of the eye. In our office, we treat the cause of the dry eye and don’t just try to hide the symptoms. An innovative treatment plan is specifically designed for each patient suffering from this disease. We are almost always successful in treating patients whose problems have not been alleviated with previous attempts. (Read more on dry eye in our "learning center")

know all too well the feelings of eye itchiness that arise in times of allergy season. Itchy, red, and puffy eyes are commonly seen when affected by allergy. Stringy or ropy discharge is often present. Many patients become intolerant to wearing contact lenses during this time. Seasonal causes including, pollen and ragweed, often occur in the fall and spring. Dust, mold, and pets can be problematic at any time. An allergic reaction in the eye occurs over a series of steps. First, your eyes must be exposed to anything to which you are allergic. Then, histamine is released and the conjunctival blood vessels become swollen. This leads to increased, redness, tearing, and itch. Relief can be attained by avoiding the offending agent, applying cool compresses, or using an oral or topical anti-histamine. Rubbing the eyes causes even more histamine release and will not make you feel better. There are many over-the-counter and prescription treatments for allergy sufferers. Some work better than others. If your eyes are bothering you, it is best to see your eye doctor so that the correct treatment can be initiated. For seasonal allergy sufferers, often a medication can be started a few weeks before allergy season to prevent a flare up of symptoms.

Why do I need to be dilated?

A dilated fundus examination allows the doctor to thoroughly evaluate the structures in the eye, including the macula, optic nerve, and peripheral retina. Without this test, a diagnosis of eye or systemic diseases may be missed. Many vision conditions present without obvious symptoms and you may not realize there is a problem. Early diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases is important for maintaining good vision. To dilate your eyes, a series of one or two eye drops are added to relax the muscles in the iris. The drops temporarily blur your vision and may cause light sensitivity. You can request disposable sunglasses as you leave our office.

Did you know?

• Diabetes and High Blood Pressure increase risk for vision related disorders, such as Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration
• Fluctuating vision can be an early sign of diabetes
• Glaucoma has no symptoms and can affect any age, race, and gender
• 4 million Americans have glaucoma, and only half know it
• Glaucoma is the 2nd leading cause of blindness worldwide and the leading cause among African Americans
• A stye is an infection within a gland of the eye, which can cause local pain and tenderness to the touch
• The retina contains rods and cones. The rods help us see at night and the cones are important for color vision
• Ultraviolet light is harmful to the eyes, even on cloudy days
• Cataracts are the leading cause of reversible blindness world wide
• Age related macular degeneration is the #1 cause of central vision loss in the US
• Dark leafy vegetables and brightly colored fruits contain anti-oxidants that help protect the eyes
• Dry eyes affect women 3x as often as men. Menopause and hormonal changes are directly related

We offer state of the art equipment in our office to help with earlier diagnosis of eye diseases. Vision is more than just 20/20. Many eye conditions can be controlled with earlier detection so that vision loss can be minimized or prevented. Our doctors here at Metropolitan Vision keep up with the current advancements in our field and we offer cutting edge approaches to the management and treatment of eye diseases. Most of the tests we offer are non-invasive and offer results right away.

Common Vision Disorders

• condition where the eyeball is too long, so that light focuses in front of the retina
• results in blurry distance vision
• unless severe, rarely interferes with learning
• corrected with a minus lens

• condition where the eyeball is too short, so that light focuses behind the retina
  
• results in blurry near vision
• if severe, can also cause blurred distance vision and interfere with learning
• corrected with a plus lens

• condition where an image focuses on 2 different places on the retina
• results in blurry distance and near vision
• no matter how the eye is focused, some part of the image stays blurry

• condition where there is decreased vision in 1 eye that is NOT corrected with glasses or contacts
• caused by either a high glasses prescription, a large difference between the eyes, or strabismus (eye turn)
• most commonly associated with hyperopia or astigmatism
• if caught early, before age 6, proper treatment can be initiated to prevent permanent loss of vision

• Full time use of glasses
• Patching or covering the good eye to force the use of the weak eye
• Eye exercises

Binocular Conditions

means eye turn. This can affect one or both eyes. The eyes may turn in, up, out, or down. If there is a constant or full time eye turn, the eye may not develop properly and amblyopia can develop. This means that the eye wont have 20/20 vision, even with the proper glasses or contact lenses. It is important for all school-age children to have routine eye exams because early intervention can prevent permanent vision loss.

22 West 13^th Street
New York, NY 10011
Phone: 212.807.0019
Fax: 212.727.2395

Monday 8am – 7pm
Tuesday 8am – 8pm
Wednesday 8am – 5pm
Thursday 8am – 7pm
Friday 8am – 5pm

Please email us at info@nymetrovision.com