John Seedor, MD

William M. Schiff, MD is a board certified Ophthalmologist, specializing in the medical and surgical management of vitreous and retinal diseases. He is the Director of Ophthalmic Surgery at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital (MEETH) and serves an educational role as the Co-Director of the Vitreoretinal Fellowship Program. Dr. Schiff's practice encompasses the management of medical and surgical diseases of the vitreous, retina, and macula including macular degeneration, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment. Dr. Schiff was previously Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. He has lectured widely, has authored or coauthored more than 50 publications, and is an active member of numerous professional societies and organizations including The American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Retina Society, The American Society of Retinal Specialists and the New York Ophthalmologic Society. Dr. Schiff has earned the Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Honor's Award from the American Society of Retina Specialists. He has been named in "New York Magazine's Best Doctors," Castle Connolly's "America's Top Doctors" and Castle Connolly's "Top Doctors in the New York Metro Area."

Poonam Misra, MD completed her Glaucoma Fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center in 2019 after residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Misra received her BS with a major in Biology and minor in Philosophy from the Boston College, College of Art & Sciences Honors Program, in 2010, and MD degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 2014. Dr. Misra was previously in the NYU Department of Ophthalmology as a full time member of the Faculty Group Practice, as well as resident educator at Bellevue Hospital. In her clinical practice she focuses on adult glaucoma, comprehensive ophthalmology and cataract surgery. She is a member of the American Glaucoma Society and American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Dr. O is a pediatric and adult facial plastic surgeon whose practice is two-fold: she is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment (medical and surgical) of hemangiomas and vascular lesions. She also manages all forms of facial paralysis.She is co-Director of the Facial Nerve Center and a doctor in the Vascular Birthmark Institute of New York (VBINY) at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospitals. While working with Dr. Milton Waner at VBINY, she saw many children and adults with facial paralysis. This led to an interest and further training in facial nerve reanimation techniques at the Massachusetts Eye, and Ear Infirmary in Boston, Massachusetts.Dr. O is involved in basic science and clinical research. She has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific journal articles and textbook chapters. She is also a peer reviewer for various specialty journals. Her research involves the pathogenesis of hemangiomas and the development of directed treatments. She is also involved in clincal research in facial paralysis.Dr. O is active in teaching residents and fellows. She is a member of several specialty societies such as ISSVA (International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies), Sir Charles Bell Society (Facial nerve disorders), AMA (American Medical Association), and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. She serves on various committees at the Academy. She is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.What to expect:You will be greeted by a warm and helpful office team. The waiting room is sun-filled and child and adult friendly. We are ideally situated at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital on the upper east side of New York City near bus and subway lines.Dr. O approaches each patient as an individual. She will take a thorough history and physical exam. This will include a full head and neck examination with relevant imaging, and photography/video. If necessary, further investigative tests may be indicated, such as blood testing, MRI or CT imaging, or nerve conduction or electrical muscle studies.Your case may be discussed at a multidisciplinary conference comprised of various specialties in order to discuss the best treatment plan. Our team includes diagnostic and interventional radiology, medicine, plastic and oculoplastic surgery.Dr. O's approach to care:Dr. O is an advocate of a multidisciplinary team approach to care. Her previous training as an architect gives her a unique advantage in 3-D planning, facial aesthetics, and facial reconstruction.