Our Staff
Dr. Christopher Gentile
Dr. Christopher Gentile
Optometrist
Doctor Christopher Gentile has been in private practice since 1989 with expertise in dry eye management and specialty contact lenses. In addition to Bellmore, Dr. Gentile practices in Freeport, Bellmore, and Lake Ronkonkoma. From a young age, Dr. Gentile has always had an interest in biology and found the eye to be fascinating. As someone who struggled with vision issues, he was amazed by how much his vision improved with each eye appointment and knew the world of Optometry was the right path for him.
Dr. Gentile is a graduate of the prestigious SUNY College of Optometry.
Dr. Valerie A. Giangrande
Dr. Valerie A. Giangrande
Optometrist
Dr. Valerie Giagrande is part of our Sachem Patchogue team, but you can also find her at South Nassau and Optical Concepts. Dr. Giagrande brings a unique perspective to optometry, specializing in epigenetics and nutrition and their contributions to ocular health. Epigenetics is the study of biological mechanisms that will switch genes on and off. The different combinations of genes that are turned on or off is what makes each one of us unique and an important element when diagnosing/ treating eye disease. She has found great success when treating migraine patients.
Dr. Giagrande is a graduate of SUNY College of Optometry and is a certified holistic integrative nutrition health coach.
Dr. Laura Buccellato
Dr. Laura Buccellato
Optometrist
Doctor Buccellato has been practicing optometry for over 20 years having joined our offices in 2008. She practices full-scope optometry, from diagnosing and treating common eye diseases to prescribing glasses and fitting contact lenses. Dr. Buccellato specializes in pediatric care, genetic testing for macular degeneration, and use of technology to provide the best care for her patients.
Dr. Buccellato is a graduate of SUNY College of Optometry and is an active member of the Suffolk County Optometric Society where she refines her skill and stays updated on all the latest techniques and treatments.
Dr. Buccellato practices in both Patchogue and Lake Ronkonkoma.
Dr. Cheryl Murphy
Dr. Cheryl Murphy
Optometrist
Dr. Cheryl G. Murphy received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the State University of New York at Albany and her Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry. While attending each she worked as a research assistant studying visual development and the brain. While seeing patients, Dr. Murphy makes educating her patients a priority by compassionately answering their questions about their vision and eye health.
While seeing patients, Dr. Murphy makes educating her patients a priority by compassionately answering their questions about their vision and eye health.
Dr. Sherri Goldstein
Dr. Sherri Goldstein
Optometrist
Bio coming soon.
Dr. Marlene Marino
Dr. Marleen Marino
Optometrist
Dr. Marleen Marino has been practicing optometry for over 25 years. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from St. John’s University and her Doctor of Optometry from The State University of NY College of Optometry. Dr. Marino joined MAZ Optical in 2021. She practices full-scope optometry providing comprehensive exams which include diagnosing and treating certain eye diseases as well as contact lens fittings. She is a TLC affiliate performing both pre and post-op care for refractive surgery.
Dr. Marino practices in both the Holbrook and Patchogue offices. Her philosophy is to provide a thorough exam in a warm, welcoming environment.
Contact Sachem Eye Care of Patchogue or MAZ Optical today for an appointment.
Contact Sachem Eye Care in Ronkonkoma and Patchogue!
At Sachem Eye Care our staff is here to help you and your family with all of your vision care needs. Whether you need to schedule an appointment for an eye exam, buy new glasses/contact lenses, or are experiencing vision issues, feel free to get in touch with us. We are always ready to help you!
Call/Text our Ronkonkoma location at 631-588-7004 or our Patchogue location at 631-576-4499.
Contact us to schedule an appointment today!