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THE ART OF FASHION
THE SCIENCE OF SIGHT

Welcome to Occhio Optics | Located in Long Island City, NY

At Occhio Optics, we are a full-scope Optometry practice in LIC offering care that goes far beyond a simple prescription. We lead with l'attenzione al dettaglio - A relentless attention to detail.

From initial consultation to frame selection

We protect the gift of sight through specialized clinical care and curated global luxury.

Our mission is to elevate the standard of ocular wellness, by blending advanced expertise in specialized clinical fields, with the warmth, style, and soulful elegance of our rich Italian American and Latin American heritage.

Occhio Optics

 MEET YOUR NEW OPTOMETRIST 

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Dr. Ramirez-McTeir, OD

She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry in New York. She began her career working alongside Ophthalmology in the fields of Glaucoma, Retina and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Ramirez-McTeir later joined one of the externship sites part of SUNY College of Optometry where she taught Optometry students in a clinical and didactic setting. Her latest venture includes collaborating with a practice specializing in film and television prop eyewear. She currently serves the CSTEP advisory committee at SUNY, a program that helps students from underrepresented groups and low-income backgrounds pursue careers in Optometry.

 

Dr. Ramirez-McTeir offers personalized healthcare solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Her commitment to patient’s well-being extends beyond traditional practice, as she prioritizes building trusting relationships and fostering open communication.

Services

At Occhio Optics, we offer comprehensive eye exams, vision correction solutions, and the diagnosis and management of various eye conditions. Reach out to us to learn more about our additional services designed to cater to all your eye care needs with precision and care.

Eye Examination

Comprehensive Eye Exam

This is your annual eye exam to check the health of your eyes and in most cases, to obtain your glasses prescription.

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Dry Eye

A multifactorial disease. Most commonly triggered by computer vision syndrome, can also be as a result of medications and other systemic conditions.

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Medical Eye Exam

This eye exam is disease focused. For example: dry eyes, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune, GLP1s, and much more.

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Emergency Services

Designed for emergency cases such as: sudden red eye, injuries to the eye, flashes & floaters, swelling of the eye or eyelids. Give us a call first so we can prep for your visit.

Child Eye Exam

Pediatric Eye Exam

This is an eye exam designed to check eye health, eye teaming, and color vision for children. At Occhio Optics we see children 9 and older.

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Contact Lens Exam

Contacts are classified as a medical device by the FDA. You need an annual renewal to legally reorder contacts. Vision, curvature and size are measured at every contact lens exam annually.

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Myopia Control

Think of this as “braces for the eyes.” Helps decrease progression of myopia in children. There are only two FDA approved treatments in the USA: MiSight and Stellest.

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DMV Vision Screening

This is a vision screening for license renewal in NY, not a full eye exam. We submit electronically to DMV, but you can also request a paper copy if needed.

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No Insurance?

Not a problem! Just give us a call

Specialized Services

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Optometric Aesthetics

These are noninvasive dry eye treatments. If you have experienced discomfort with your new contacts, blurry vision at the end of your work day, burning of the eyes, excessive tearing of the eyes or redness, then you might be experiencing 
chronic dryness of the eyes. 

  • Low-Level Light Therapy (LLT): Uses specialized LED or infrared lights to gently warm the eyelids. This stimulates cellular activity, increases blood flow, and reduces the bacterial and mite load around the eyes. Additional benefits include: 

    • Anti-Aging: Minimizes fine lines, reduces wrinkle volume, and improves overall skin firmness and elasticity. Radiofrequency

  • (RF): Delivers high-frequency electrical currents to the skin around the eyes. The generated thermal heat melts thickened, clogged oils in the meibomian glands, improving tear film quality. It requires no downtime and is safe for all skin tones. 

Insurances

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Medical Insurance

What you would generally use for a medically oriented eye exam. This includes (but not limited to) red eye, diabetic exam, glaucoma, emergency services. It does not cover glasses or contact lens prescription.

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Vision Insurance

Think of this type of insurance as a discount plan. Covers your annual eye exam and glasses prescription. Can also cover full or partial cost of a soft contact lens exam. Can cover partial cost of add-on treatments to the lenses.

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Out of Network?

You can request an itemized receipt from us and submit a claim directly to your insurance for reimbursement. You would have to contact your insurance for guidance.

Which insurance you use largely depends on the reason for your visit. Give us a call, we can help you figure that out!

Contact

Contact Us

Address

​29-28 41st Ave, ST #2

Long Island City, NY 11101

Phone

646-687-2347

Fax

646-731-6916

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