About Us

About Us – Dr. Michael Kazim’s New York Practice

Welcome to Dr. Michael Kazim’s practice. We specialize in the field of Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery and have gained an international reputation for the successful treatment of the most challenging cases of Orbital Tumors, and Thyroid Eye Disease.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide our patients with outstanding and compassionate care in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

Our Staff

Stephanie – Office Manager

Stephanie has been working with Dr. Kazim since 2008. Stephanie’s main goal is to have all patients feel at ease and assure them every effort will be made on their behalf regarding their schedule, insurance billing and financial responsibilities, and is available to discuss with patients payment method arrangements when necessary.

All patients should feel free to contact her with their Insurance questions, scheduling, coordinating physician referrals, and insurance approval for surgery as well as assist with the appeal process with various insurance companies for out of network coverage. Stephanie can be reached directly (212) 305-5477.

Alasha – Receptionist / Surgical Coordinator

Alasha has been working with Dr. Kazim since 2018. Among the many other duties as a receptionist, surgical coordinator, Alasha can assist patients with coordinating appointments with various departments and physician referrals, compiling medical records as well as obtaining insurance approval for MRI testing and surgery.  Alasha can be reached directly at (212) 305-5477.

Dr. Michael Kazim

Michael Kazim, M.D.

Dr. Kazim is Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Surgery at the Harkness Eye Institute – Columbia University Medical Center.