Dr. Charles Hollander graduated with honors in 1980 from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. . He is a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry and is certified by the New York State Optometric Association to provide low vision services. Dr. Hollander is licensed in the therapeutic treatment of glaucoma, external eye diseases, and oral therapeutic medications in the State of New York. Dr. Hollander held the title for 15 years as an associate and clinical instructor in the Department of Ophthalmology at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical School. He has devoted his career to working with children and adults who are visually impaired and difficult and unusual contact lens cases. He was an adjunct professor at Columbia University Teachers College where he instructed teachers who were receiving their master’s degree in teaching children who are visually impaired. Currently he is the Optometric consultant at the New York Institute for Special Education He has lectured extensively in low vision rehabilitation and co-authored a chapter in the textbook “The Essentials of Low Vision Care”. He currently resides in New York City with his wife of 44 years. He has 3 children and loves to spend time with his grandchildren.

Undergraduate Education: Cambridge, UK. Optometry School: New England College of Optometry. Certifications/Awards: New York State Optometric Association Board Trustee, President of Local Optometric Association. How are you impacting your local community or helping your patients live their best lives? I take great pride in building meaningful connections with my patients and understanding their unique needs and goals. Each interaction presents an opportunity to problem-solve and deliver personalized solutions—an aspect of my work that I find deeply rewarding. Knowing that I can make a positive impact in someone’s life is both humbling and fulfilling, and it continues to inspire my dedication to this profession. Hobbies/Interests: Tennis, Formula 1, Soccer.