MANDEL VISION - Key Persons
, first opened his practice in 1984, he envisioned a laser vision correction center providing an unparalleled, personalized approach to patient care. With that in mind, every member of the Mandel Vision laser vision correction team has been carefully chosen for their unique skill set and dedication to quality patient care.
From the moment you enter Mandel Vision, you are greeted by a team of highly trained professionals who all share a common goal: giving you the best LASIK and PRK laser vision correction experience possible. We recognize that you only have one pair of eyes and consider it a privilege that you have entrusted us with your care.
Karem joined our Mandel Vision Team as a laser vision consultant in March of 2017. Originally from Nicaragua, she has lived in New York for the past 21 years. Karem is fluent in Spanish and has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing from the University of Mobile, Alabama. A Certified Patient Service Specialist, she has worked in ophthalmology primarily as a surgical coordinator for 15 years which involved counseling patients on surgery in multiple ophthalmic specialties. This afforded her an almost seamless transition in her position with us. As a laser vision consultant here at Mandel Vision, her responsibilities include performing some of the preliminary diagnostic tests for our LASIK and PRK patients. Then, after our patients meet with Dr. Mandel and are deemed appropriate candidates for LASIK or PRK, Karem educates them about what to expect during and after their procedure as well as the cost and financing options available. She then follows her patients throughout their laser vision correction experience, offering guidance and support before, during and after their LASIK and PRK surgery. In her spare time, Karem enjoys photography and reading.
Lori holds an M.A. from the University of Maryland and has been a member of the staff since 1990. Prior to her position as Practice Administrator at Mandel Vision, she was an audiologist for 15 years. She brings considerable knowledge from her medical background, combined with a business acumen, to navigate the ever changing climate of medical practice management.