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Classic & Contemporary

Manhattan Vision Associates serves patients from New York City. Do you favor a sophisticated, casual, artsy or elegant style?

Nowadays, glasses are a trendy accessory, and we feature the most popular brands in designer optical fashion from around the world… So whatever your personal style preference may be, our opticians have the perfect pair of designer frames for you!

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OUR EYE DOCTORS

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Arkady Selenow, OD, FAAO, Diplomate ABO

Dr. Selenow, a founding partner of Manhattan Vision Associates (1984) and Queens Eye Associates (1991), graduated with honors from the...
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Steven R. Ali, OD, Diplomate ABO

Dr. Ali, a founding partner of Manhattan Vision (1984) and Queens Eye Associates (1991), specializes in primary eye care, contact...
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Lori Rothman, OD, Diplomate ABO

Dr. Rothman received her Doctorate of Optometry in 1987 from the State University of New York College of Optometry where...
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Michael Choi OD

Dr. Michael Choi received his bachelor’s degree at the University of Washington and earned his Doctorate of Optometry from the...
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Congratulations Dr. Arkady Selenow of Manhattan Vision Associates for being chosen as one of New York’s Best Optometrists by Kev’s Best!
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GOOGLE REVIEWS

5 Stars from Our Patients

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Excellent Care

Really feel confident in the care at Manhattan Vision Associates. Dr. Lori Rothman is wonderful. So thorough and excellent at explaining things. When a test revealed the potential for me to develop glaucoma she re-ran the test to confirm the results (have to love her accuracy!) and then took the time to explain my situation in detail. All in all I highly recommend Dr. Rothman and Manhattan Vision Associates.

- Betty B.
5

Love this place.

Love this place. Needed a last minute replacement contact lens when I was on vacation in NY. My friend took me to her optometrist. Dr. James Li was hands down one of the most attentive and accommodating professionals I have ever met. Totally helped me out. You da man James! I wish there was a clone of him and Manhattan Vision Associates out here on the West Coast!

- Jay W.
5

Super Efficient

Super efficient - have all eye equipment lined up in a row so just need to scoot over to finish all the tests with the technician. The front desk understands insurance policies and coordination very well. In and out in 20 minutes. Free wifi.

- Evelyn L.
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Love Manhattan Vision Associates

Love this place. Staff is nice, professional, and thoughtful, from the front desk back to the doctors. Also, unlike 99% of eye docs, these guys don't hold your prescription (or details of it) ransom so you can order your glasses and contacts from anyone (from them, online, anything. Also, they have the most extensive eye exams I've seen.

- Sara G.
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Best Eye Care

As someone who has had glasses/contacts all their life, I can say Dr. Li is the best optometrist I've had. He takes time to explain test results, the appointment was efficient but not rushed, and he personally responds to emails promptly.

- Emin I.

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CONTACT LENSES

Contact Lenses For The Hard-To-Fit-Patient

Challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia, keratoconus and dry eyes needn’t be a barrier to contact lens wear, but they do require more time and patience.

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Frame and Lens Packages

Starting at $95

*some restrictions apply

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OUR FAVOURITE

Trendsetting Designer Eyeglasses

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OUR BLOG

8 Ways to Prevent Common Eye Drop Mistakes

May 27, 2020
Are you using your eye drops the right way? If not used properly, drops may not only lose their effectiveness, but could...

Why You Should Avoid Online Eye Tests

May 25, 2020
An online eye exam is an automated and interactive vision test that claims to measure mainly visual acuity. It may seem like...

Did You Know That 20% of People Sleep With Their Eyes Open?

May 19, 2020
1 in 5 people sleep with their eyes open. Known as nocturnal lagophthalmos, this condition can interfere with sleep and cause people...

When Routine Eye Exams Return 

May 13, 2020
Optometrists are slowly reopening their practices to offer routine services like eye exams for contact lenses, glasses, and eye surgery. This time...

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EMERGENCY EYE CARE

We Take Eye Emergencies

If you experience loss of vision, double vision, swelling, infection or any eye emergency in New York City, contact our optometrists immediately for guidance. We’ll help you with the best treatment to prevent complications and promote long-lasting clear eyesight.

Please call our office at: (866) 225-7640 for further instructions. Use your best judgment on urgency, if you feel you need to find the nearest emergency room.

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OUR LOCATION

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WORKING HOURS

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
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Manhattan Vision Associates is thrilled to announce that our office is now open! Your health is important to us, and we want you to feel confident about returning for your next in-person appointment. With that being said, we have expanded safety measures, and, in many respects your patient experience will be more comfortable, modern, and efficient than ever before.

We made a few changes to protect you and our care team. For example:

• Checking in Before You Arrive: We will have a streamlined check-in process. Before you arrive, forms and co-pays can be processed remotely. Where possible, you will skip the front desk, avoid unnecessary time in the waiting room and proceed directly to the technicians’ room.

• Screening at Welcome Station: Upon arrival, patients will be provided with a mask if they are not wearing one. In addition to pre-screening for COVID-19 symptoms before you arrive, you will be screened upon your arrival, and temperature will be taken.

• Staff and Patient Protection: Our care team follow CDC guidelines, always have the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and wear it. We have also established screening and testing protocols for our care team.

• Disinfection and Cleaning: Our location is repeatedly and thoroughly sanitized throughout each day. Exam rooms are cleaned extensively between patient visits.

• Visitors: For your safety, and the safety of our patients and staff, there are limitations on visitors. We will continue to follow the NYS Department of Health guidelines. Our visitor policy is available on our website.

• MVA is seeing patients by appointment only (including glasses or contact lenses pick-ups). Please call (212) 688-4277 or email jflores@mvaivr.com to schedule an appointment.

We will continue to focus on delivering eyecare at the highest safety standards. We remain dedicated to serving our patients and community. From all of us at Manhattan Vision Associates, thank you for trusting us with your eyecare.

Be well, stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you soon!