New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai

03/24/2026

AI is helping to reshape today’s fragmented and often poorly coordinated care model for chronic eye disease management. Gautam Kamthan, MD, and Sean Ianchulev, MD, discuss how regulation and reimbursement are accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence and home monitoring technologies.

https://crstoday.com/articles/jan-2026/ai-beyond-the-clinic?

How regulation and reimbursement are accelerating AI and home monitoring.

03/23/2026

For patients with glaucoma, following the prescribed medication regiment is key to maintaining their vision. James C. Tsai, MD, a glaucoma specialist, discusses how individualized treatment plans to care for glaucoma patients can improve their adherence to vision-preserving therapies.

The 6-month Support, Educate, Empower (SEE) program was associated with a 20% improvement in glaucoma treatment adherence and reduced distress among adult patients.

03/20/2026

Rudrani Banik, MD, a neuro-ophthalmologist, discusses an analysis finding that the obesity drug semaglutide (Wegovy) was associated with a significantly higher risk of ischemic optic neuropathy than other GLP-1 agonists, including semaglutide for diabetes.

First evidence of formulation-specific difference, significantly higher in men than women

03/10/2026

Selecting new eyeglasses can be a challenge. But with assistance from a trusted resource and an experienced optometrist or optician, you can find the perfect eyeglasses to complement your style and budget.

Here are some helpful tips when you are preparing to get new glasses, including when you need an eye exam, how to find the right frame, and the suggestions about prescription sunglasses: https://mshs.co/4iAHbin

12/15/2025

Avnish Deobhakta, MD, a specialist at NYEE, discusses the eye symptoms he always takes seriously and why you shouldn’t ignore them either.

You don't want to put off getting these symptoms checked out.

11/10/2025

Visit the Optical Shop at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. Have your prescriptions filled from a trusted source.

Choose from a wide array of frames, including designer brands and sunglasses. Single-vision, bifocal, and progressive lenses are available.

Optical Shop 17 East 102 Street, 8th Floor West and Optical Shop at East 14th Street at Second Avenue. Open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

11/04/2025

Congratulations to Alon Harris, MS, PhD, FARVO on his appointment as Interim Director of The Barry Family Center for Ophthalmic Artificial Intelligence and Human Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The Center’s clinical programs are focused on equitable, primary care-based vision care, and it supports research aimed at the early diagnosis of eye diseases and the creation of innovative risk assessments of systemic health conditions linked to eye disorders.

10/20/2025

On October 9th Mount Sinai celebrated Children’s Environmental Health Day, to raise awareness about the importance of healthy environments on children’s health.

Muoi A. Trinh, MD, Medical Director of Sustainability, provided a special hospital behind the scenes sustainability tour to inform invited guests about Mount Sinai’s various initiatives aimed at reducing our environmental impact and promoting health in the community.
Mount Sinai in New York City is the coordinating center of the NYS Children's Environmental Health Centers (NYSCHECK). This is the first state-wide, publicly funded model for children's environmental health clinical services in the United States.
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10/15/2025

As the use of GLP-1 medications continues to rise, researchers are exploring their potential impact on eye health. While these drugs can help manage diabetes and promote weight loss, recent studies suggest they may cause vision changes. Dr. Nazanin Barzideh, Retina Specialist, shares what patients should know about these medications and their potential effects on vision and eye health.

Read more: https://mshs.co/47lCu9v

08/21/2025

Avnish Deobhakta, MD, a retina specialist at New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, discusses common questions about macular telangiectasia (MacTel) type 2 and offers insights on its impact for those living with the disease.

Avnish Deobhakta, MD, an ophthalmologist with experience treating people with MacTel, shares his insights and advice on the disease.

08/19/2025

With much gratitude and thanks for all you do, the NYEE Executive Leadership team hosted an ice cream celebration for NYEE staff.

07/02/2025

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE) was honored with the 2025 Greenhealth Partner for Change award from Practice Greenhealth, a leading organization advancing sustainable practices in health care. This award recognizes our team's dedication to environmental responsibility and its meaningful progress toward a greener future.

A special shout-out to Jennifer Blas-Perez and Dr. Muoi Trinh, who helped lead the charge alongside sustainability champions across the Health System.

The team’s ongoing efforts are making a real difference—for our community and our planet. We're proud to be part of a system that's paving the way for a more sustainable and healthier tomorrow. Congratulations!