Join Northwell experts and learn how to care and protect your eyes at every age.
We often take our eyes for granted, but it is essential to protect and care for our eyes at every age.
Join Northwell’s expert ophthalmologist and optometrist on Tuesday, April 12, for a discussion of Eye Health Through the Years: Everything You Need to Know About Your Eyes.
This was recorded on April 12, 2022. For more information or additional questions please email womenshealth@northwell.edu.
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Board certifications
Ophthalmology – American Board of Ophthalmology
Administrative titles
Director – Ocular Surface Center of Ophthalmology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Academic titles
Assistant Professor, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Education
Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Yeshiva Univer
Residencies
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Fellowships
Columbia University College-Physicians & Surgeons
Michelle Battaglia-Capogna, OD
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Dr. Battaglia-Capogna is a graduate of The New England College of Optometry. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Manhattanville College in Purchase, NY. Her prior position as a Research Analyst at the State University of New York College of Optometry influenced her decision to pursue her career as an optometrist. As a Research Analyst, she co-authored several posters and papers which primarily focused on the various technologies that currently aid in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of optic nerve neuropathies and various retinal lesions. Her publications include a comparative article on numerous technologies utilized in the eye care industry and a case study on the usefulness of the Optomap retinal exam.
She is an affiliate doctor with The Laser Center in Garden City, NY for pre and post-op LASIK/PRK vision correction care. She performs comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings. Her contact lens specialty includes rigid gas permeable and soft contact lenses with astigmatism correction and multifocal designs.