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Mrs. Ilona Genis
Ophthalmologist
Ilona S. Genis, MD, FAAO, is a well-versed ophthalmologist who diagnoses and treats patients at her private practice in Brooklyn, New York. As an ophthalmologist, she has dedicated training and unique experience in performing eye exams, diagnosing and treating eye disease, prescribing medications, and performing eye surgery. Dr. Genis has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty-three years and her areas of expertise cover all facets of ophthalmology with an emphasis on cataract removal surgery, coreoplasty, destruction of lesion of retina and choroid, excision of chalazion, eye surgery, eyelid surgery, foreign body removal from external eye, glaucoma surgery, pterygium surgery, scleral reinforcement surgery, and vitreoretinal surgery. Throughout her many years of experience, Dr. Genis has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of her practice, as evidenced by her sterling record, and ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of her work. Dr. Genis speaks Russian in addition to English, which allows her to attend in the most efficient manner to a more diversified spectrum of patients.
35 years
Experience
Mrs. Ilona Genis
- Brooklyn, New York
- New York University School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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Anti-inflammatory eye drops?
If your eye tears, you can have blocked passage for tears from your eye to your nose. This could be intermittent problem. I am not sure what drops the doctor was thinking of, I READ MORE
If your eye tears, you can have blocked passage for tears from your eye to your nose. This could be intermittent problem. I am not sure what drops the doctor was thinking of, I think it could be a combination of antibiotic and steroids. Steroids are ant inflammatory , you can not bye them over the counter. Try to massage the area between the eye and the nose and see if there is any discharge, also if you lashes turn in, they may irritate. I am sorry, sometimes it is hard to give an advice on so little information
My eye is swollen after I blew my nose?
Quite possible that you develop communication between your orbit(eye socket) and sinuses. The air could have gotten into the orbit. You need to be evaluated by an ophthalmologist READ MORE
Quite possible that you develop communication between your orbit(eye socket) and sinuses. The air could have gotten into the orbit. You need to be evaluated by an ophthalmologist or ent and have a cat scan to evaluate for possible bone fractures
Would a dr prescribed cephalexin for glaucoma?
No. It is an antibiotic. No relation to glaucoma
Is there a surgery to remove eye floaters?
It depends on the reason for floaters. If they are very bothersome and interfere with vision, they can be surgically removed. If they are small, they can be treated with laser. READ MORE
It depends on the reason for floaters. If they are very bothersome and interfere with vision, they can be surgically removed. If they are small, they can be treated with laser.
What is the best medicine for watery eyes?
There are different reasons for this problem. Most likely it is dry eye and you need artificial tears. It is also possible to have allergy or some chronic inflamation
What causes a blocked tear duct?
Some people are born with narrow or blocked tear ducts, sometimes it happens after infection or inflamation
Do eye drops help after LASIK surgery?
Very often eyes are very dry and you can use artificial tears
What does it mean when you see zigzag lines in your vision?
It is most likely neurological, often seen before migraines
Hit in the eye by my dog?
Because you are a diabetic you need to be more careful. If your eye is still tearing or red, you need to see an eye doctor. Sometimes, after you have something in your eye, you READ MORE
Because you are a diabetic you need to be more careful. If your eye is still tearing or red, you need to see an eye doctor. Sometimes, after you have something in your eye, you may have a persistent feeling that something is in your eye, it will go away. Nothing to worry about if the eye is not red or it is hurting.
Glasses more than -6?
It is not harmful. Sometimes myopia may get worse, or you may overstrain your eyes. The minus in your glasses may increase with age
Is it bad to use eye drops before bed?
It depends what drops. Some of them you are supposed to take at night. Artificial tears you can use anytime.
Is Refresh Tears good for dry eyes?
Refresh is just one company that makes artificial tears. It is a good brand. Sometimes it is not enough to just use artificial tears. You need to be evaluated what is your tear READ MORE
Refresh is just one company that makes artificial tears. It is a good brand. Sometimes it is not enough to just use artificial tears. You need to be evaluated what is your tear deficiency is caused by. We do have other options for dry eye treatment. Please see your eye care provider
What antibiotic is used for eyelid infection?
We often use doxycycline, keflex. Your eye doctor should evaluate your lids and decide which is best for you. Azithromycin can also be used
Does vision therapy work for a lazy eye?
Yes. If you continue your treatment after initial evaluation
Is it safe to take male pills with glaucoma?
If you have narrow angles you have to be careful. Ask your glaucoma specialist
How long does it take for allergic conjunctivitis to go away?
It depends what he is allergic to. If you can figure it out. He can be cured, otherwise we have different drops to take care of his symptoms. If he has seasonal allergies they READ MORE
It depends what he is allergic to. If you can figure it out. He can be cured, otherwise we have different drops to take care of his symptoms. If he has seasonal allergies they will recur every time that season comes around. You need to be prepared with his medicine before symptoms start. You will be ahead of the game
When should I see a doctor for an eye irritation?
You can try over the counter artificial tears four times a day. Also there are drops for allergies over the counter. If you don’t feel better with in a week, you need to see an READ MORE
You can try over the counter artificial tears four times a day. Also there are drops for allergies over the counter. If you don’t feel better with in a week, you need to see an eye doctor
Can you drive if you have cataracts?
It depends if they affect your vision. If you see well you should be able to drive. Your vision needs to be 20/40 or better
What helps morning dry eyes?
What you feel as a dry eye could mean other problems. Allergies can cause similar symptoms. Please see your eye care specialist
Can I get Lasik if I have astigmatism?
Most people can have their astigmatism corrected with laser. You need to see a specialist that will evaluate your eyes and will give you a definitive answer. Cornea specialist
