Areas of Expertise

With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Manusis is a fellowship-trained cataract and refractive surgeon and a recognized leader in refractive cataract surgery. Dr Manusis has immense experience in high-risk and complex cataract surgery as well as refractive cataract surgery. Dr Manusis employs innovative technologies such as femtosecond laser cataract surgery and ORA laser-guided intraoperative refraction, ensuring the most precise cataract outcomes.
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Recognized as a Superdoctor, Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor, Dr Manusis is a distinguished figure in the field. She uses her knowledge to teach residents and fellows and heads the Cataract Service at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

Corneal transplantation

Corneal transplantation replaces a damaged or diseased cornea with donor tissue, restoring clarity and improving vision by replacing clouded or scarred corneas.

Dry Eye Treatments

Treat dry eye syndrome with lid cleaning and thermal expression of blocked glands using BlephEx™ and iLux2 to relieve discomfort and improve tear flow.

Refractive Lens Exchange

Surgical solution to correct refractive errors and eliminate cataract risk long term by replacing the eye’s natural lens with a custom intraocular implant.

EVO ICL™: Implantable Collamer Lenses

EVO ICL is a reversible lens implanted behind the iris for vision correction without tissue removal, ideal for thin corneas and dry eye conditions.

Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a progressive corneal degenerative condition where the cornea becomes thin and weak, impacting vision. Corneal Crosslinking (CXL) can reduce further progression.

Partial Corneal transplantation

DSAEK is a partial corneal transplant that treats various corneal conditions, improving vision and reducing recovery time compared to full-thickness transplants.

Femtosecond assisted cataract surgery

Surgery offers bladeless cuts, improving accuracy in removing a cloudy lens for a clearer artificial one.

Penetrating Keratoplasty

Penetrating keratoplasty replaces the full-thickness cornea with donor tissue to restore vision in cases of scarring, keratoconus, or severe corneal disease.

About

Education & Experience

Fellowship trained in Cornea and Refractive Surgery
at Harkness Eye Institute, Columbia University
Completed Ophthalmology Residency
at the top-ranked New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Graduated top percentile from New York University
‍Medical School
Licensed to practice medicine in New York and Florida,
meeting all professional standards.
Graduated summa cum laude
‍from Brooklyn College
Member of Elite Professional Organizations and Groups

ABOUT DR. MANUSIS

REVIEWS

Patient Testimonials

Read what patients have to say about their experiences and outcomes with Dr. Kira Manusis, MD

“I had cataract surgery on both eyes by Kira Mansis. Procedure was flawless. No pain, no discomfort and I dont need glasses any more. Her entire team were consummate professionals, and treated me as if I was a VIP…. which was great until I reached home, expecting the same treatment.”

Savannah Nguyen

“I recently had a cataract removed from my left eye. Dr. Kira Manusis was the surgeon. Surgery - Dr. Manusis' machine and her compassion unmatched. The entire experience was what I would consider 'best practice.' Everyone caring, watching, explaining and then, caring, watching and explaining. Excellent.”