Katherine Baltis, OD — Experienced Eye Doctor in East Patchogue, NY (Suffolk County)

Dr. Katherine Baltis is a highly experienced optometrist at SightMD, providing comprehensive and medical eye care to patients in East Patchogue, New York. With over 30 years of experience in patient care, she serves individuals and families across Suffolk County and Long Island with a strong focus on personalized, relationship-driven vision care.

Dr. Baltis earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry, where she later served as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Therapeutic Management of Ocular Disease (TMOD) program. Her academic involvement reflects her deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex eye conditions and her commitment to advancing the field of optometry.

Her career in eye care began at the front desk, giving her a unique, full-spectrum understanding of the patient experience—from initial contact through clinical treatment. She went on to own and operate her own optometric practice for more than 25 years, where she built long-standing patient relationships and developed a reputation for delivering compassionate, individualized care.

At SightMD, Dr. Baltis specializes in medical optometry and provides a wide range of services, including dry eye treatment, management of eye infections and inflammation, glaucoma monitoring, and pre- and post-operative cataract care. She is passionate about patient education and believes that informed patients are empowered to make better decisions about their long-term eye health.

Dr. Baltis is proud to continue serving the East Patchogue community, delivering high-quality, accessible eye care while helping patients maintain clear vision and overall ocular health at every stage of life.