Karen Lynn Hendler-Goldberg, MD

Leon Rafailov, M.D. is a board certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmic plastic surgeon who focuses on a wide range of plastic and reconstructive surgery in the area around the eyes. His areas of expertise include the eyelids, forehead, mid-face, orbit, and tear ducts. He has successfully completed thousands of reconstructive, cosmetic, functional, and orbital surgeries. He has published numerous journal articles, abstracts, and book chapters focusing on a wide range of topics in oculoplastics. Dr. Rafailov is trained in advanced techniques in minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, facial reconstruction, trauma surgery, orbital surgery, oncologic surgery, and cosmetic surgery.

Lisa Paolini, M.D. Is a board certified ophthalmologist with unique experience in treating and managing glaucoma and retinal diseases. She graduated Adelphi University with a 4.0 GPA and was selected as the most outstanding student in her graduating class. She is also a classical pianist and artist.

Dr. Athina Doulaveris is a dedicated and experienced optometrist with over a decade of providing full-scope, comprehensive eye care. She specializes in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of ocular conditions—from vision-related issues to chronic medical conditions such as glaucoma, dry eye disease, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Doulaveris earned her Doctorate of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2014. During her training, she completed multiple internships with a strong focus on ocular disease, which sparked her deep passion for medical optometry. She believes in the importance of conducting thorough eye exams and takes pride in providing her patients with clear, easy-to-understand explanations of their diagnoses and treatment plans. Her goal is to empower patients to take an active role in their ocular health and adhere to care with confidence. Outside of the office, Dr. Doulaveris enjoys spending time with her daughter, diving into a good book, and discovering new restaurants and cafés across Long Island.