Dr. Kanevsky - Member Spotlight

Dr. Viola Kanevsky

A recent member spotlight for the New York State Optometric Association (NYSOA) is Dr. Viola Kanevsky

Dr. Viola Kanevsky is a pediatric optometrist and the owner of, a private practice on Central Park West in New York City. She has been in practice for nearly 25 years and currently serves as the of the NYSOA Board of Trustees.

Key Highlights from Her Spotlight:

• Specialization: She specializes in pediatric eye care and custom contact lenses
• Background: From the former Soviet Union, she moved to New York City in 1979 and later graduated from the SUNY State College of Optometry
• Advocacy: She is highly active in professional leadership, also serving as a board member for theOptometric Society of the City of New York
• Technology: Known as a "queen of early adoption," she utilizes custom EHR systems and the latest ophthalmic technologies in her practice.
• Additionally, the NYSOA recently recognized several other members through their 2025 Annual Awards, including:

• Ken Sorkin, OD, FAAO
• Deborah Wang, OD
• Jessica DaSilva, OD