Meet the Team

Optometrist
Dr. Katherine Yau
Dr. Yau received her undergraduate degree from Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York, where she majored in Biology. She earned her Doctorate from The SUNY College of Optometry in New York, where she had extensive training in the diagnosis and management of ocular pathology including glaucoma, cataracts, corneal and retinal disease, as well as the fitting of soft and rigid gas permeable contact lenses.
Dr. Yau gained additional clinical expertise in ocular disease at Woodhull Medical Center and the East New York Diagnostic and Treatment Center, both in Brooklyn, New York.
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Fluent in Mandarin and conversational in Spanish. She is dedicated to providing compassionate comprehensive care of patients' ocular and visual needs using state-of-the-art technology.

Advisor
Dr. Jay Stockman
Dr. Stockman received his undergraduate degree from Boston University and his doctorate from The SUNY College of Optometry in New York. During that period, he did research at NYU Medical School on Cystic Fibrosis. As a co-founder of New York Vision Associates, he played a central role in the growth and success of the practice.
Now retired, he continues to be honored as a trusted advisor and foundational influence.

Advisor
Dr. Brian Lewy
Dr. Lewy received his undergraduate degree from Hamilton College in Clinton, NY where he majored in Biology. He earned his Doctorate from The New England College of Optometry where he graduated with the prestigious Beta Sigma Kappa academic honors. As a co-founder, he was instrumental in establishing the high standard of care at New York Vision Associates.
Now retired, his legacy continues as an honored advisor to the practice.