(516) 771-3131
Yael E. Gatenio, OD Doctor of Optometry
Personalized Care
When you decide to put your health into my hands, it immediately becomes my number one priority. I’ve been serving the Long Island community as an Optometrist since 1998. I value the relationships I form with each patient and I’m committed to providing excellence in health care with exceptional, personalized, and professional services for all of your visual needs. I graduated from the George Washington University with special honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I received my Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY Optometry. Growing up on Long Island allowed me to immerse myself in my local community. I have recently moved my practice to EYEWORKS in Merrick. I look forward to meeting you. Let’s find out how I can help you see and feel your best.
My Services
In Pursuit of Good Overall Health
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Complete Family Eyecare
For years, patients have depended on me to provide them with the highest level of professional eyecare. During my examination I discuss many aspects of your health and how it relates to your vision. My comprehensive examination includes a complete vision check as well as an evaluation of your eye health with screenings for cataracts and glaucoma. When necessary, I may need to perform other tests or discuss various options to provide you with a better overall experience. I’m Dr. Yael Gatenio, many know me as Dr. G, and I’m dedicated to building long-lasting relationships based on trust and professional integrity with every single patient. Schedule your annual examination today.
Contact Lens Specialist
Upgrade Your Standards
I specialize in the most difficult contact lens fits and other services to ensure and achieve the highest level of success for my patients. Upon completing a specialty fit contact lens rotation during my training, I’ve devoted most of my career to staying up to date with the most advanced technology in contact lenses. Contact lens fittings require additional assessments beyond my normal comprehensive eye examination. During that time, patients are presented with different options throughout the fitting process to ensure their expectations are met and most often exceeded. My fits include corneal evaluations, tear testing, trial lenses, follow-ups, insertion and removal techniques along with proper guidance to maintain good corneal integrity. To me, nothing matters more than your health, vision and comfort, which is why I’ve put in so much time and effort into advancing my optometric practice and techniques. Schedule your an initial consultation today.
Working Together
Let’s Focus on You
How your eyes work together as a team is crucial in determining the proper diagnosis and plan of action for your visual needs. Through a holistic approach to vision, I try viewing each patient as a whole rather than a single symptom to be treated. Whether you’re a child or an adult, with today’s increased need for computer use, many patients have symptoms that affect their daily life. This is just one of many reasons I test for focusing problems as part of a proper and thorough vision evaluation and make it a crucial part of my diagnosis. Your visual health deserves proper care and attention and I’m able to provide an appropriate treatment plan accordingly. Book your appointment and start feeling better today.
Nutrition and Your Eye Health
Food For Thought
For years, patients have depended on me to provide proper education for a healthy body not just optimal vision. “You are what you eat” has a significant and impactful meaning. Providing your body with proper nutrition and hydration maintains good vision, better overall mental clarity and physical well being. I’ve studied nutrition since I was 16 years old. Proper diet and exercise can help you see and feel your best. Your food and lifestyle choices can directly affect your eye health. This is especially important if you or someone in your family has been diagnosed with systemic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, autoimmune disorders, depression, anxiety and many others. My health screenings may detect the need for a referral to a specialist for further testing. Our discussions on better lifestyle alternatives and proper overall health management provides guidance you can trust.
Call the office to schedule an appointment and receive the proper attention you deserve.
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Yael E. Gatenio, OD Doctor of Optometry at EYEWORKS
Helping you see the difference
2253 Merrick Rd
Merrick, Nassau County 11566
USA
(516) 771-3131
(516) 771-3120