Richard Nattis, MD — LASIK Surgeon, Cataract & Glaucoma Specialist in Babylon & West Islip, Long Island, NY

Dr. Richard Nattis is a board-certified ophthalmologist providing advanced laser vision correction, cataract surgery, and glaucoma care at SightMD locations in Babylon and West Islip, Long Island. He serves patients throughout Suffolk County with a focus on improving vision through both surgical and non-surgical ophthalmic treatment.

Dr. Nattis specializes in laser vision correction and has been performing laser refractive surgery, including LASIK and PRK, since it was first approved by the FDA in 1995. Today, he continues helping patients reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses and contact lenses through modernized refractive surgery solutions.

Dr. Nattis also performs advanced cataract surgery, utilizing the latest intraocular lens technology to restore clear, high-quality vision. He is one of the first eye surgeons on Long Island certified in laser cataract surgery, first performing this technique in 2014. 

In addition to refractive and cataract procedures, Dr. Nattis manages glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, focusing on early detection, pressure control, and long-term preservation of vision. His approach emphasizes careful monitoring and individualized treatment planning based on each patient’s condition and lifestyle needs.

As a comprehensive ophthalmologist, Dr. Nattis provides a full range of eye care services, ensuring patients receive continuity of care from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. He is known as the “Doctor’s doctor” as many of his patients are fellow physicians and their family members. Dr. Nattis has always prided himself on having a personal compassionate relationship with his patients, throughout their treatments or surgeries. 

Practicing in Babylon and West Islip, Dr. Nattis serves patients across the South Shore of Long Island, delivering high-quality, accessible ophthalmic care within the SightMD network.