Meet our Eye Doctors
Caring for your eyes with kindness & the highest standard of care for your vision.
Alden Leifer, MD
ophthalmologist
Dr. Alden Leifer, an accomplished ophthalmologist with nearly 43 years of experience, trained at the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the world-renowned Walter Reed Army Medical Center before establishing his private practice in Paterson, NJ.
Specializing in cataract, glaucoma, and diabetic eye care, he is committed to using the latest technology to provide exceptional patient care while enjoying travel, photography, community involvement, and time with his family.
English
spanish
- Cataract
- glaucoma
- diabetes
- dry eye
Alden Leifer, MD
ophthalmologist
Dr. Alden Leifer, an accomplished ophthalmologist with nearly 43 years of experience, trained at the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine and the world-renowned Walter Reed Army Medical Center before establishing his private practice in Paterson, NJ.
Specializing in cataract, glaucoma, and diabetic eye care, he is committed to using the latest technology to provide exceptional patient care while enjoying travel, photography, community involvement, and time with his family.
English
SPANISH
- Cataract Surgery
- glaucoma
- diabetes
- DRY EYE
English
Spanish
Russian
Ukrainian
- Cataract Surgery
- glaucoma
- neuro-ophthalmology
Miriam Fuhrman, MD
ophthalmologist
Dr. Miriam Fuhrman graduated from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Neuroscience. She received her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical School, and completed her Ophthalmology Residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. She then continued her training with a Neuro-Ophthalmology fellowship.
Dr. Fuhrman brings to the practice almost 20 years of experience working in diverse clinical settings, performing hundreds of surgeries, lasers and minor procedures.
English
spanish
Russian
Urkainian
- Cataract
- glaucoma
- neuro-ophthalmology
Miriam Fuhrman, MD
ophthalmologist
Dr. Miriam Fuhrman graduated from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Neuroscience. She received her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical School, and completed her Ophthalmology Residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. She then continued her training with a Neuro-Ophthalmology fellowship.
Dr. Fuhrman brings to the practice almost 20 years of experience working in diverse clinical settings, performing hundreds of surgeries, lasers and minor procedures.
Joyce Varkey, DO
ophthalmologist
Joyce Varkey, DO graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas with a degree in Biology, Neuroscience and Performing Arts. She received her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Dr. Varkey completed her ophthalmology residency at Oklahoma State University in Tulsa.
She is experienced in cataract surgery, oculoplastic surgery, glaucoma and retina. Dr. Varkey is Board Certified in Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
English
spanish
malayalam
hindi
- Cataract surgery
- oculoplastic surgery
- glaucoma
- retina
Joyce Varkey, DO
ophthalmologist
Joyce Varkey, DO graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas with a degree in Biology, Neuroscience and Performing Arts. She received her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Dr. Varkey completed her ophthalmology residency at Oklahoma State University in Tulsa.
She is experienced in cataract surgery, oculoplastic surgery, glaucoma and retina. Dr. Varkey is Board Certified in Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
English
spanish
malayalam
hindi
- Cataract surgery
- Oculoplastic / Cosmetic
- glaucoma
- retina
English
Polish
- Ocular Disease
- Dry Eye
- Contact Lenses
Jacob Gredzik, OD
optometrist
Dr. Jacob Gredzik is an accomplished optometrist with advanced training in ocular disease, dry eye treatment, and contact lenses, holding a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of the Sciences and a Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry.
Dedicated to excellence in patient care, he combines clinical expertise with a strong commitment to education and innovative vision solutions.
English
Polish
- Ocular Disease
- Dry Eye
- Contact Lenses
Jacob Gredzik, OD
Optometry
Dr. Jacob Gredzik is an accomplished optometrist with advanced training in ocular disease, dry eye treatment, and contact lenses, holding a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of the Sciences and a Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry.
Dedicated to excellence in patient care, he combines clinical expertise with a strong commitment to education and innovative vision solutions.
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
The staff were warm and accommodating. Dr. Debenedictus saw my 6 year old son and was very comforting. The highlight of the visit was the professionalism and kindness of Dr. White.
Katrina Sweezea
Everyone at ReFocus Eye Health clinic was very nice. Everyone that took care of me did it promptly. Almost no waiting. Doctor explained everything i needed to know. Thank you all for caring.
Maria Gonzalez
What Our Patients Say
Appearance or compassionate care for various eye conditions, our specialists combine their expertise with a personal touch.
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Our Happy Patients
My visit was to test my eyes for cataracts. I found staff and Dr Pasternack to be very helpful and answered any questions I had. I have complete trust on having my eye surgery at this surgery center.
Susan DelConte
The doctors and staff are outstanding. I was seen the same day for possible retina issues. Thankfully it wasn’t serious, but I truly appreciated the respectful, thorough care I received.
Kevin Noblet
I got a same-day appointment with Dr. Pasternack after a walk-in clinic visit. He confirmed no debris, gave me treatment, and my eye quickly improved. Great care—lesson learned: always wear safety glasses!
Michael Pieper
There is great reason for the outstanding reputation of the staff and Dr. Dinowitz and the ReFocus eye center. The care and the expertise is second to no one.
Joan Gamble
I arrived an hour early and was seen before my scheduled time. The staff was professional and efficient. Dr. Pasternack is very serious, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his profession.
Maureen Yonkauski
