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Dr. Tod Haller

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Tod Haller is an optometrist practicing in Queens, New York. Dr. Haller specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Haller performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
Dr. Tod Haller
  • Queens, New York
  • MD at Ross University
  • Accepting new patients

What should I do for the continuous sticky discharge from my eyes?

You should visit a doctor. At the moment, there's no telling what it is, and if it is an infection, it will only get worse.

Why are my son’s eyes burning?

You should bring him in to see an eye doctor. There can be many causes of burning eyes.

Can a 3 year old child have glasses?

Absolutely! Many of them do.

There's an intense pain in my eyes and my vision is blurry. What could this be from?

You need to see an eye doctor immediately!!! Go right now!!!

Could my dry eyes be due to excessive exposure to the computer screen?

Yes and no. The computer and its screen are not what causes the dryness. When our minds are concentrating on reading and processing the information from the screen, our blink rate READ MORE
Yes and no. The computer and its screen are not what causes the dryness. When our minds are concentrating on reading and processing the information from the screen, our blink rate naturally drops. This way, your eyes are blinking less causing more dryness. That's the long, yet short answer of it. Try to train yourself to look away from the computer often and take short breaks. That usually helps.

How can we tell if my son is color-blind?

Unfortunately, you can't find out on your own. He would need to be tested by an eye doctor. Just keep in mind that most 3-year-olds can't understand the color-blindness test, so READ MORE
Unfortunately, you can't find out on your own. He would need to be tested by an eye doctor. Just keep in mind that most 3-year-olds can't understand the color-blindness test, so he may not be able to take the test until he is a little older, but we can always try.

How do I know if my child has got an allergy or conjunctivitis?

Based on the symptoms, there is no way to tell. He would need to be examined. Don't play around and assume it is allergies, because if you are wrong, he can spread it to the whole READ MORE
Based on the symptoms, there is no way to tell. He would need to be examined. Don't play around and assume it is allergies, because if you are wrong, he can spread it to the whole family and his friends.

My son is 3 years old and has developed cataract. What should I do?

See an ophthalmologist immediately!! Juvenile cataracts need to be treated immediately to prevent permanent visual loss in that eye. Go ASAP!!

What is the safe age for wearing sunglasses?

Any age is a safe age for sunglasses.

Is there an age restriction for a refractive surgery?

Yes! In the United States, the FDA does not allow it for anyone under 21 years old. That would be my suggestion, too. In most countries, it is 21 years old as well, but there are READ MORE
Yes! In the United States, the FDA does not allow it for anyone under 21 years old. That would be my suggestion, too. In most countries, it is 21 years old as well, but there are a few that it is 18 years old.

I can't stand to wear contacts

It could be a poorly fitting contact lens, or you might need a specific contact lens for dry eyes. First try with an over the counter rewetting drop. If that doesn't help then READ MORE
It could be a poorly fitting contact lens, or you might need a specific contact lens for dry eyes. First try with an over the counter rewetting drop. If that doesn't help then the fit needs to be examined. Feel better