Our Doctors
Dr. Nicole Sangani (Cumella)Dr. Nicole Sangani (Cumella) received her doctorate degree from SUNY College of Optometry where she was awarded the Frederick W. Brock Memorial Award for outstanding clinical performance in vision therapy. She then continued her education by completing the Irwin B Suchoff residency in vision rehabilitation where she obtained advanced clinical training in vision therapy, pediatrics, and eye exams for children with special needs. Dr. Sangani believes that both clear vision and efficient visual skills and processing are essential for reaching your full potential in school, work and overall well being. Her comprehensive approach to vision evaluates all aspects of the visual system, including how the eyes work together, focus, and track as well as how they integrate with the body and brain. She has effectively treated all types of binocular and eye movement disorders including, but not limited to, strabismus, amblyopia, eye coordination problems, learning-related vision problems, and visual processing deficits secondary to acquired brain injury. Dr. Sangani is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) and an active member of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD). links: www.visionandlearning.org www.covd.org
Dr. Rebecca Aquije was born and raised in Queens, NY. She obtained a B.S. in Biology from St. John’s University and received her doctorate degree from SUNY College of Optometry. She was a recipient of the Dr. Max Cohen Memorial Award for Commitment to Community Service from SUNY in 2020.
Dr. Aquije furthered her education through the Irwin B. Suchoff Residency Program in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation at SUNY College of Optometry. During her residency, she was the recipient of the Dr. Martin H. Birnbaum Memorial Award for Outstanding Knowledge and Skill in Behavioral Optometry. Dr. Aquije is strongly passionate in vision therapy and its positive impact on the lives of all patients struggling with binocular vision problems. |
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