NYC Pupil

NYC Pupil Caring for patients from infancy to adulthood, our team specializes in myopia management and vision rehabilitation.

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. She is a member of the Allied Health Staff at Northwell Health. 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.

We LOVE seeing our tiniest patients 💛InfantSEE® assessments are designed to check your baby’s sight, eye health, and vis...
04/11/2026

We LOVE seeing our tiniest patients 💛
InfantSEE® assessments are designed to check your baby’s sight, eye health, and visual development. Starting early makes all the difference ✨ InfantSEE

Little eyes, big personalities 💕There’s nothing I love more than examining curious, giggly two-year-olds and helping set...
04/10/2026

Little eyes, big personalities 💕
There’s nothing I love more than examining curious, giggly two-year-olds and helping set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy vision.

Early exams = early success 👀✨

Helping teens gain confidence—one lens at a time 👁️✨Contact lens training doesn’t have to be stressful. At NYC Pupil, we...
03/29/2026

Helping teens gain confidence—one lens at a time 👁️✨

Contact lens training doesn’t have to be stressful. At NYC Pupil, we guide teens step-by-step so they feel comfortable, independent, and successful from day one.

Whether it’s for sports, confidence, or convenience, we make the process easy and supportive.

Ready to get started?
📅 Book your exam and training today:
https://scheduleyourexam.com/v3/index.php/4662

“No letters needed 👁️✨We make eye exams fun, engaging, and age-appropriate—even for our 3-year-olds 💛” ✅20/20 sight, ✅ D...
03/28/2026

“No letters needed 👁️✨
We make eye exams fun, engaging, and age-appropriate—even for our 3-year-olds 💛” ✅20/20 sight, ✅ Depth Perception ✅ Color Vision ✅ Eye Coordination ✅ Tracking ✅ Ready to learn!!

03/28/2026
Did you know? 👀80% of classroom learning is visual.That means if a child’s vision isn’t functioning properly, it can imp...
03/22/2026

Did you know? 👀
80% of classroom learning is visual.

That means if a child’s vision isn’t functioning properly, it can impact so much more than just seeing clearly — including learning, confidence, and overall well-being.

Myopia isn’t just about needing glasses. It can affect quality of life, academic performance, and even long-term eye health.

✨ Early detection + proactive care = better outcomes
✨ Vision is more than 20/20
✨ Let’s give kids the tools they need to succeed

At NYC Pupil, we’re passionate about helping children see clearly and thrive 💙

📅 Schedule an exam:
https://scheduleyourexam.com/v3/index.php/4662

Kids don’t always know when something is wrong with their vision 👀A comprehensive eye exam helps us check how their eyes...
03/10/2026

Kids don’t always know when something is wrong with their vision 👀

A comprehensive eye exam helps us check how their eyes are developing, screen for early vision problems, and make sure they’re seeing their best for school, sports, and everyday life.

At NYC Pupil, we use advanced imaging and child-friendly technology to make eye exams comfortable and even fun for kids.

Healthy vision starts early!
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Call/text the office 718-481-2020

Running low on contact lenses? 👀You can now order your contact lenses online in just a few taps — fast, simple, and deli...
03/08/2026

Running low on contact lenses? 👀

You can now order your contact lenses online in just a few taps — fast, simple, and delivered right to your door. 📦

✔️ Easy online ordering
✔️ Secure checkout
✔️ Delivered directly to your home

Order anytime here:
https://nycpupil.arrellio.com/

Your prescription is already on file, making reordering quick and seamless through our secure system.

02/28/2026

We don’t just check how well you see…
We check how healthy your eyes are. 👁️✨

Retinal digital imaging allows us to detect early signs of eye disease in both children and adults — often before symptoms appear.

From myopia management to monitoring retinal health, prevention starts with a comprehensive eye exam.

Healthy eyes at every age matter. 💙

02/01/2026

This 14-year-old athlete wears Ortho-K lenses at night and sees clearly all day—no glasses or daytime contacts needed. Orthok is a night time contact lens that reshapes the 👀 during sleep so that in the day time, the vision is perfect with nothing worn (no glasses and no contacts)

Ortho-K is an excellent option for active kids and teens, especially athletes, and it also helps slow myopia progression.

📍 NYC Pupil

Honored to attend the AOA Leaders Summit focused on Pediatric Eye Health & Vision Access 👁️💙From InfantSEE® to adolescen...
01/31/2026

Honored to attend the AOA Leaders Summit focused on Pediatric Eye Health & Vision Access 👁️💙
From InfantSEE® to adolescence, ensuring access to eye care early truly matters.

Grateful to continue this work after 10+ years on the committee alongside passionate leaders advocating for children’s vision.

Because seeing well starts early. 👶➡️👧🧒

Address

4079 Richmond Avenue
Staten Island, NY
10312

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+17184812020

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