Cynthia Zara, OD — Long Island Eye Doctor Serving Riverhead, Southampton & Hampton Bays, NY

Dr. Cynthia Zara is a board-certified optometrist at SightMD, providing comprehensive eye care services at locations in Riverhead, Southampton, and Hampton Bays, New York. She serves patients across Suffolk County and the East End of Long Island with a focus on accessible, high-quality vision care for individuals and families.

Dr. Zara specializes in comprehensive eye exams, vision correction, and preventive eye care. She is experienced in evaluating and managing a wide range of ocular conditions, including dry eye disease, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease, helping patients maintain long-term eye health through early detection and consistent care. In addition to providing emergency eye care for infections, foreign body removal, chalazion, and symptoms such as flashes and floaters, Dr. Zara also provides ongoing management for conditions including macular degeneration, diabetes-related eye disease, glaucoma, and corneal dystrophies. She works closely with ophthalmologists when advanced or surgical care is needed, ensuring a seamless and coordinated patient experience.

By practicing across multiple locations on the East End—including the Hamptons and surrounding communities—Dr. Zara helps expand access to convenient, reliable eye care for both year-round residents and seasonal patients. She is dedicated to building long-term relationships with her patients and supporting their vision needs at every stage of life.

As a parent, she often draws from her own children’s visual development experiences to better relate to families and provide practical, real-world guidance. She also volunteers in local schools whenever possible. In her spare time, Dr. Zara enjoys watching the Food Network and applying new inspiration and techniques to her own baking.