About Our Staff

Optometrist
Dr. Groo is a graduate of the New York State University, College of Optometry. Her studies included an Externship in Ocular Disease, and Low Vision.
Dr. Groo also completed an Internship in contact lenses, and vision therapy. In the Vision Therapy Internship, she completed clinical studies in the Infant/Toddler and Pediatric Clinics. In addition, the Vision Therapy Internship included studies in the Learning Disabilities Unit. She is licensed and certified to treat and manage ocular disease and glaucoma, as well as diagnose and manage visual conditions associated with Diabetes, Hypertension, and many systemic conditions.
With a decade of experience in private practice, Dr. Groo has focused on personalized care for all her patients. Dr. Groo is a member of the NY Optometric Association, Hudson Valley Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, and Optometric Extension Program.
Claudia Hecht, Office Manager
New York State Licensed Optician
Claudia has 22 years in the Optical Industry. She had her vision corrected with the PRK laser procedure in 1997.
Cheryl Triantafillou,
New York State Licensed Optician
Cheryl has 13 years in the Optical Industry. She had her vision corrected with the LASIK procedure in 1999.


