Neil R. Katz, MD — Pediatric Eye Doctor & Cataract Surgeon in Harrison & Yonkers, NY (Westchester County)

Dr. Neil R. Katz is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 25+ years of experience, providing comprehensive eye care for both children and adults at SightMD locations in Harrison and Yonkers, New York. While he practices general ophthalmology, Dr. Katz has a strong subspecialty focus in pediatric eye care and children’s vision, along with expertise in cataract evaluation and treatment.

Dr. Katz has been in practice in Westchester County since 1996 and is highly experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions across all age groups. He provides comprehensive pediatric eye exams, helping detect and manage vision issues early in life, while also offering care for adult patients, including those in need of cataract surgery and ongoing eye health management.

In addition to medical and surgical care, Dr. Katz is skilled in routine and complex contact lens fittings, including certification in orthokeratology (Ortho-K) — a specialized treatment that uses custom contact lenses worn overnight to reshape the cornea and provide daytime vision correction without glasses or contacts. This is particularly beneficial for both children and adults seeking non-surgical vision correction options.

With decades of clinical experience, Dr. Katz enjoys the challenge of treating patients of all ages, from young children to older adults. He welcomes patients for routine eye exams, surgical consultations, and urgent eye concerns, offering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Katz has a strong commitment to global outreach and community service. Over the past eight years, he has participated in medical mission trips to the Dominican Republic through the Volunteer Health Program, providing care to underserved communities. During these missions, his team has performed hundreds of surgeries and patient exams, helping expand access to critical eye care services.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Katz enjoys spending time with his family and traveling. His personal interests include ceramics, gardening, snowboarding, swimming, and cycling. He has also completed several Ironman 70.3 competitions and marathons.

Dr. Katz sees patients in Harrison and Yonkers, providing trusted pediatric eye care, cataract services, and comprehensive ophthalmology to families throughout Westchester County.