- ArthritisRheumatoid Arthritis: In addition to inflamed joints, rheumatoid arthritis can affect the eyes. In fact, the autoantibodies that target your joints can target the eye's glands and other structures.
- Emergency CareUse your best judgment on urgency, if you feel you need to find the nearest emergency room or you would like to review our emergency page of tips, it’s up to you.
- GlaucomaDr. Israel is a licensed optometrist providing comprehensive eye care including general eye examinations, contact lens fittings, treatment of ocular diseases and emergent eye care. She graduated cum laude from the University of Florida with Bachelors of Science specializing in Nutritional Sciences. She completed her Doctorate of Optometry degree at SUNY College of Optometry as a member and officer of Beta Kappa Sigma Honor Society. While at SUNY, she worked as an intern at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn and the Veterans Affairs Hospital in St. Albans where she worked extensively treating and managing Glaucoma. She has been working with Dr. Maslansky since 2006. She is currently licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey and Florida. Dr. Israel resides in Westfield and enjoys quality time with her two children.
- Macular DegenerationIf you are over 40, it’s a good idea to have your eyes examined every one to two years to check for common age-related eye problems such as presbyopia, cataracts and macular degeneration. Read more about Vision After 40.
- Laser Eye SurgeryThe full spectrum of eye care is offered to clients of all ages, from children to older adults: vision tests, corrective laser eye surgery, immediate attention for eye emergencies and so much more.
- CataractsThe eye care professionals in our Middletown eye care clinic give thorough eye care to a diverse clientele with specialist support for a wide array of issues such as macular degeneration, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts.
- Eye ExamOur optometrist takes the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe your options and listen to your eye care needs. Because maintaining good eye health is an ongoing partnership, we encourage you to ask questions and share your health information, which could be vital to monitoring, diagnosing and treating potential vision problems.
- Multiple SclerosisThe optic nerve connects the eye directly to the brain and is to some extent an extension of the central nervous system. Swelling or inflammation of the optic nerve can therefore be viewed as an early sign of multiple sclerosis. Although this kind of swelling can also indicate a number of other ailments or even a viral infection or vitamin deficiency, about 20% of people with multiple sclerosis first experienced swelling of the optic nerve.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyOne of the main risks of diabetes is a condition called diabetic retinopathy, which is associated with consistently elevated blood sugar levels, and can result in damage to the blood vessels and leakage of fluid onto the retina and macula. This can lead to significant vision loss, including blindness: Timely detection and treatment, combined with a healthy lifestyle and diet, can help minimize the impact of both diabetes and diabetic retinopathy.