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NYC Pupil

Our team services patients from infancy to adulthood. Specializing in myopia and vision rehab. She is a member of the Allied Health Staff at Northwell Health.

Dr. Ilana Gelfond-Polnariev is a graduate of Salus Univeristy (Pennsylvania College of Optometry). She completed a residency in Vision Therapy at the State University of New York College of Optometry. Dr. Gelfond is Board Certified in the Vision Development and Vision Therapy. She specializes in pediatric vision, vision therapy, and head trauma rehabilitation for children and adults. Dr. Gelfond-Polnariev is currently an Associate Clinical Professor at SUNY College of Optometry. She has published several articles on Vision and Learning in local parent magazines, as well as lectured to PTA groups, OT's, Mother's of Multiples groups, and to the teachers in the Staten Island School system. Dr. Viktoriya Rudnik received her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry. She completed her pediatric and vision therapy training at SUNY college of Optometry and Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in Brooklyn. Dr. Rudnik enjoys providing eye care to children and adults with special interest in Orthokeratology.

10/17/2025

✨ Moments like this remind me why I love what I do. This amazing young artist surprised us with her own eye-inspired artwork — and it’s now officially part of our office art display. 👁🎨

Caring for kids’ vision is about more than measurements and charts… it’s about connection, confidence, and letting them see the world clearly — so they can create beautiful things like this.

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08/26/2025

This rockstar is excelling in school 📚 and thriving in sports ⚽🏀. We love seeing lasting success after Vision Therapy! 🌟

08/21/2025

👁✨ First time contact lens training! ✨👁
Learning how to insert and remove contact lenses is an important step for our patients—and we’re here to guide them every step of the way. 💜

With patience, practice, and support, our patients gain the confidence to wear contacts safely and comfortably.

💡 Thinking about contacts for yourself or your child? Schedule a consultation with us today!
Call/text the office 718-481-2020

08/09/2025

👦👧 Sibling Power in Action! 💪✨
Meet our dynamic duo training for their OrthoK lens insertion and removal like pros!
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OrthoK (overnight vision correction) isn’t just about clear daytime vision — it’s about building confidence, independence, and healthy habits for life. 💡👏
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We love seeing siblings support each other on this journey! 💙💜
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07/04/2025

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from NYC Pupil! 🎆
Today, we celebrate the freedom, strength, and unity that make our country so special.
We’re grateful to serve our community and help families see the world more clearly—today and every day. 👁️❤️🤍💙

Wishing all of our patients, families, and team members a safe, joyful, and bright Independence Day!

07/01/2025

🎉 8 Years of NYC Pupil! 🎉
Today we celebrate 8 incredible years of growth, learning, and serving our amazing community. From a vision to a thriving pediatric/adult and vision therapy practice, we’ve come a long way — and it’s all thanks to YOU, our dedicated patients and families. 💙

Over the years, we’ve:
👓 Helped thousands of children see, learn, and thrive
💡 Introduced innovative myopia management solutions
🌱 Grown our team and expanded our services
🏆 Earned the trust of families across NYC and beyond

A huge thank you to our current team — your passion, care, and commitment are the heartbeat of this practice. And to every former NYC Pupil team member who helped build this foundation: your contributions will always be part of our story. 🙏

Your trust inspires us every day. Here’s to continuing to grow together — with clarity, purpose, and heart.

06/13/2025

🎓✨ Celebrating Our June Vision Therapy Graduates! ✨🎓

Swipe ➡️ to see the incredible kids who just wrapped up their VT journeys with NYC Pupil. From conquering convergence insufficiency to mastering smooth tracking, they put in the reps, crushed their goals, and are already reading, learning, and having more confidence.
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Parents, thank you for the late-night Hart Charts, the car-ride Brock string drills, and the endless encouragement. Your commitment made these victories possible!👀
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04/24/2025

Huge congratulations to our incredible vision therapists, Anna and Roseann, on officially earning their COVT (Certified Optometric Vision Therapist) designation!

This accomplishment represents years of hands-on experience, in-depth written case reports, and a challenging oral interview—culminating in their successful certification at the annual OVDRA meeting in Fort Worth, Texas.

A heartfelt thank you to Erin for her incredible mentorship, guidance and commitment played such a huge role in shaping their growth and helping them reach this milestone.

I couldn’t be prouder to stand beside these two as they continue to elevate the quality of care we provide every day. Your dedication, skill, and heart are what make NYC Pupil so special.

04/01/2025

Here are some of our recent Vision Therapy graduates🎓

We are so proud of all their progress and hard work, as well as the dedication of the vision therapists🎉

Comment a “🥳” below to congratulate them!

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03/14/2025

Inspiring Future Optometrists at St. Joseph by the Sea High School!

Had an amazing time today presenting to students interested in pursuing a career in optometry! It was great to share insights about the field, from primary care, to myopia management to vision therapy, and answer thoughtful questions about the journey to becoming an eye care professional.

The future of optometry is bright, and I loved seeing so many passionate students eager to make a difference in people’s lives through vision care. Thank you, St. Joseph by the Sea, for having me!

02/10/2025

Dr. Gelfond recently attended the InfantSEE and Children’s Vision Summit, where she is an active committee member!

InfantSEE is a public health initiative that provides free, comprehensive eye and vision assessments for infants between 6 to 12 months old👶🏻

The program aims to identify vision problems early—issues that might be overlooked during routine screenings👩🏼‍⚕️

Through early intervention, InfantSEE helps spot potential vision concerns that could affect a child’s development, ensuring they have the visual foundation necessary for learning and growth💭

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4079 Richmond Avenue
Staten Island, NY
10312

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 2pm

Telephone

+17184812020

Website

http://www.nycpupil.com/

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