MOSCOT Eyecare, the medical eye heath services division of MOSCOT Eyewear and Eyecare Since 1915, provides patients with comprehensive eye care services – from routine eye examinations and vision exams for corrective lenses (eyeglasses and contacts) to sophisticated eye health assessments using the latest technology available for a more accurate diagnosis of a full range of medical eye conditions and maladies.
Our team of highly skilled doctors ranks among the best in their field. All MOSCOT doctors are New York State licensed Doctors of Optometry, fully trained in the diagnosis and treatment of medical eye disease, with the ability to prescribe medical eye drops for various eye conditions. MOSCOT doctors maintain the highest-level of continuing education – including training on the latest and most modern medical equipment – and as primary care practitioners, accept most medical health insurance for routine and specialized medical eye care.
Our team of highly skilled doctors ranks among the best in their field. All MOSCOT doctors are New York State licensed Doctors of Optometry, fully trained in the diagnosis and treatment of medical eye disease, with the ability to prescribe medical eye drops for various eye conditions. MOSCOT doctors maintain the highest-level of continuing education – including training on the latest and most modern medical equipment – and as primary care practitioners, accept most medical health insurance for routine and specialized medical eye care.
Dr. Harvey Moscot, Chief Medical Optometrist at MOSCOT Eyecare and Chairman of the Mobileyes Foundation, is a licensed Doctor of Optometry with over 20 years of clinical experience. Dr. Moscot graduated Magna Cum Laude from Boston University and as a Beta Sigma Kappa Optometry honor student from The New England College of Optometry. He also successfully completed the National Board of Examiners in Optometry’s “Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease.”
Dr. Moscot serves on the Board of Directors for the Optometric Society, City of New York, and was recently selected by various ophthalmic drug companies to speak to his peers on “new to market” ocular medicines. Additionally, Dr. Moscot
Dr. Moscot serves on the Board of Directors for the Optometric Society, City of New York, and was recently selected by various ophthalmic drug companies to speak to his peers on “new to market” ocular medicines. Additionally, Dr. Moscot
has served as a consultant to a Wall Street investment company regarding the contact lens industry. Dr. Moscot holds active licenses in both New York and Florida. He is an active member of the AOA (American Optometric Association), the NYSOA (New York State Optometric Association), and OSCONY (Optometric Society, City of New York).
In 1986, Dr. Moscot enthusiastically joined the family business. Today, Dr. Moscot oversees all aspects of MOSCOT Eyecare’s comprehensive, state-of the-art eye health care facility. He also continues to provide primary care, with a specialty in contact lens fittings, and co-manages Laser Vision Correction patients with a select group of NYC Ophthalmologists.
In 1986, Dr. Moscot enthusiastically joined the family business. Today, Dr. Moscot oversees all aspects of MOSCOT Eyecare’s comprehensive, state-of the-art eye health care facility. He also continues to provide primary care, with a specialty in contact lens fittings, and co-manages Laser Vision Correction patients with a select group of NYC Ophthalmologists.
Dr. Moscot’s Tips for Beating Dry Eye this Winter
Once the temperature drops and the radiators come on, it's officially dry eye season. During the winter months, Dr. Moscot generally sees an increase of 15-20 patients per day who come in complaining of blurry vision and/or persistent watery, itchy, burning eyes.
In fact, more than 20-30 million Americans suffer from Dry Eye Disease, particularly in the winter months when the dry, hot air inside their homes and offices causes a chronic lack of lubrication and moisture in the eyes. There are many treatments that exist to relieve Dry Eye symtoms, but for maximum effectiveness, Dr. Moscot strongly recommends a thorough evaluation so treatment can be tailored to the individual's needs. Dr. Moscot recommends the following treatments:
Dr. Moscot recommends the following tips for treating Dry Eye Syndrome:
1. Use non-preserved artificial tears – there are many over-the-counter forms available but avoid products that contain vasoconstrictors, such as Visine. While such products may temporarily whiten the eyes, they do nothing to help in the long term and may cause negative reactions if used too often – click here to purchase Dr. Moscot recommended artificial tears.
In fact, more than 20-30 million Americans suffer from Dry Eye Disease, particularly in the winter months when the dry, hot air inside their homes and offices causes a chronic lack of lubrication and moisture in the eyes. There are many treatments that exist to relieve Dry Eye symtoms, but for maximum effectiveness, Dr. Moscot strongly recommends a thorough evaluation so treatment can be tailored to the individual's needs. Dr. Moscot recommends the following treatments:
Dr. Moscot recommends the following tips for treating Dry Eye Syndrome:
1. Use non-preserved artificial tears – there are many over-the-counter forms available but avoid products that contain vasoconstrictors, such as Visine. While such products may temporarily whiten the eyes, they do nothing to help in the long term and may cause negative reactions if used too often – click here to purchase Dr. Moscot recommended artificial tears.
2. Try Restasis – this prescription eye drop medication, available from your optometrist, doesn't just alleviate symptoms, it actually cures dry eye – click here to schedule an appointment
3. Nurture your eyes – nutritional supplements in the form of fatty acids or Flax seed oils help lubricate your eyes from the inside out – click here to purchase HYDROEYE, specially formulated to relieve Dry Eye symptoms
4. Use a humidifier – particularly important during the dry months of winter to add much needed moisture back into your home, and your eyes!
5. Punctal Occlusion – a safe, harmless and routine office procedure that provides long lasting relief and is performed right in your optometrist's office – and even better, many insurance companies cover the procedure – click here to schedule an appointment
6. Visit your optometrist – since only he or she can quickly and easily diagnose the problem and recommend the best cure for your individual condition – click here to schedule an appointment
3. Nurture your eyes – nutritional supplements in the form of fatty acids or Flax seed oils help lubricate your eyes from the inside out – click here to purchase HYDROEYE, specially formulated to relieve Dry Eye symptoms
4. Use a humidifier – particularly important during the dry months of winter to add much needed moisture back into your home, and your eyes!
5. Punctal Occlusion – a safe, harmless and routine office procedure that provides long lasting relief and is performed right in your optometrist's office – and even better, many insurance companies cover the procedure – click here to schedule an appointment
6. Visit your optometrist – since only he or she can quickly and easily diagnose the problem and recommend the best cure for your individual condition – click here to schedule an appointment
