Michele R. Bessler, OD
Garden City, NY

At the recommendation of my occupational therapist, my son was evaluated by Dr. Bessler when he was in second grade. He was not reading or writing properly and could not copy or spell (his visual memory was poor) despite intense intervention. Additionally, he did not engage in any visual tasks (puzzles, word finds, or sports). Dr. Bessler identified his issues and recommended vision therapy. (He had 20/20 vision) We had vision therapy sessions twice a week for 16 weeks and practiced every day. (The practice is key to success! Parents who say it does not work may not be following through!). In four month's time he had astounding results! When she reevaluated him, she said he did not need more therapy. (I was willing to continue with more sessions, but Dr. Bessler said we would wait and see.) That was when I realized that she is not doing this for the money. She could have gotten more $ from me, but didn't! She truly had my son's best interest in mind and she was right! He never needed to return for therapy. He is now and successful college student! I am a teacher and when I see similar issues, refer students to her because of my successful experience. Dr. Bessler is an honest and wonderful practitioner! Many thanks to her and her dedicated staff for changing my child's life! I know he would have struggled for years without this intervention!

Hands down the best vision specilaist on Long Island!! Ive been with Dr Bessler for 3 years now. She is very knowledgeable, professional and patient. She takes her time, you will not feel rushed and she really listens. She goes over and beyond and truly cares deeply about her patients. You don't get this from doctors these days. If you need an eye doc/vision therapy, make an appt with Dr B!!!

MD Blesser is a wonderful doctor. My 5 year son is a patient of hers for almost a year now and I can’t say enough about how kind and patient she is with him. She is very giving of her time. You always feel like she is giving you her undivided attention and will explain things clearly. She assisted me with the paperwork for getting my son vision services. I had called the office when I had a problem and she called me back the same day. I feel nowadays you’re lucky if a doctor will get back to you in a week or even return your phone call at all. Once my son got the services at school she offered to speak to the therapist if needed so they can collaborate together. She without a doubt cares about her patients and wants to see them improve. My son is blessed to be one of her patients. He’s already showing signs of improvement and it’s because of her and her wonderful team.