About Us

Our team of dedicated eye care professionals is here to ensure your visit is pleasant and your questions are answered. Your concerns are our priority, and we’re committed to making every visit comfortable for you.

We’re passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and technologies to deliver exceptional care. Our goal is to make sure you feel confident and cared for, whether you’re visiting us in person or reaching out for assistance.

We treat every patient with respect and care. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at (718) 784-2477. We’re here to help.

When Dr. Rebecca Aquije was a student, she worked at the New York Hall of Science which kindled her interest in biology. In addition, her personal experience with significant near-sightedness motivated her to pursue a career in optometry.

Throughout her academic journey, Dr. Aquije developed a passion for vision therapy and rehabilitation, recognizing its transformative potential in enhancing lives. Aside from its impact, she enjoys the meaningful connections she is able to make with her patients. Her experience with her own vision resulted in a profound empathy for patients facing similar visual challenges.

She received her doctorate from the SUNY College of Optometry and was the recipient for the Dr. Max Cohen Memorial Award for Commitment to Community Service. Once she had her doctorate in optometry, Dr. Aquije completed 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. Cledis Ramirez-McTeir, OD, is a respected Optometrist, dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients in Queens, NY. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of optometry in New York. She began her career working alongside Ophthalmology in the fields of Glaucoma, Retina and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Ramirez-McTeir later joined one of the externship sites part of SUNY College of Optometry where she taught optometry students in a clinical and didactic setting. She currently serves the CSTEP advisory committee at SUNY, a program that helps students from underrepresented groups and low-income backgrounds pursue careers in Optometry.

Dr. Ramirez-McTeir offers personalized healthcare solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Her commitment to patient’s well-being extends beyond traditional practice, as she prioritizes building trusting relationships and fostering open communication. Patients can expect comprehensive and supportive care from Dr. Ramirez-McTeir, who is deeply invested in staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field. She welcomes individuals of all ages and backgrounds to her practice, where they can receive the highest standard of attention in a warm and welcoming environment.

With a love for the visual arts and a compassionate heart for people, Dr. Jessica Tran pursued a profession that helps restore and preserve sight.

Dr. Tran earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2007. During her time in Chicago, she trained alongside ophthalmologists who specialized in glaucoma, cornea, and oculoplastic surgery.

Dr. Tran has experience with specialty contact lenses fittings (such as astigmatism, kerataconus, and corneal transplants) and multi-focal contact lens fittings.

She provides nonsurgical, diagnostic and therapeutic care of the eye including medical eye examinations, refractive surgery consultations, pre, and post-operative care, treatment of minor eye injuries and infections, and manages ocular diseases such as dry eye syndrome, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy.

Dr. Tran also volunteers in her local community and abroad– providing eye care to impoverished areas and to those in need.