Eye care professionals specialize in understanding how the human eye really works, as well as diseases and conditions that affect your vision – many of which do not have obvious symptoms. Eye doctors know how age and risk factors affect vision over time for young and old, and they understand the benefits and features of corrective lenses including eyeglasses and contacts.
Our Lenscrafters optometrists in Cherry Hill, Deptford Township, Marlton & take the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe your options and listen to your eye care needs. Because maintaining good eye health is an ongoing partnership, we encourage you to ask questions and share your health information, which could be vital to monitoring, diagnosing and treating potential vision problems.
Meet Our Caring Eye Doctors in Cherry Hill, Deptford Township, & Marlton, New Jersey:
Dr. Priya Patel grew up in Rockaway, New Jersey and graduated from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. Her experience as an optician assistant during her last year of undergraduate studies reassured her that eye care was where she saw her future! Dr. Patel went on to earn her Doctorate of Optometry degree at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. During her graduate studies she was on the board and a member of numerous organizations such as Student American Academy of Optometry (SAAO) and Lion's Club. She completed her 4th year rotations at a number of practices including the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. She is knowledgeable in managing macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye and post-op care. When Dr. Patel is not seeing patients, she enjoys finding new restaurants and spending time with her family and her puppy – Kai. Dr. Patel strives to ensure her patients understand and are educated on both their ocular and systemic health. She looks forward to meeting you at your next visit!
Daniel H. Isaac, O.D., received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Binghamton University in 1978, his Bachelor of Science degree from The Pennsylvania College of Optometry (Salus University) in 1980, and his Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from PCO./Salus University in 1983. He has been practicing
in Cherry Hill, New Jersey for more than 30 years. He is an active member of the American Optometric Association, New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians as well as the West Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians.
Dr. Isaac’s philosophy of practice has been focused on the education of his patients. It has always been his view that a patient who has a thorough understanding of their medical status, will take better care of his/her health and vision. Dr. Isaac feels that it is very important to include the patient in the decision making process regarding their treatment options.
Dr. Isaac believes that patients should be able to benefit from the most up-to-date technology; whether it is the latest in contact lens materials, or the newest technology for the determination of a glasses prescription. This same dedication to advanced eye care extends to the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome.
His current professional areas of interest include contacts lenses and the diagnosis and treatment of anterior segment ocular diseases.
Dr. Isaac lives with his wife, a psychologist, and his two daughters in Montgomery County, PA. He holds a private pilot’s license and enjoys hiking and biking.
David Klatz, OD, completed his undergraduate studies at the State University of New York at Albany with a degree in Human Biology. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Optometry degree at Salus University, formerly the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Dr. Klatz completed his externships at the Albert Einstein Medical Center and The Eye Institute in Philadelphia.
In his free time, he enjoys cycling around South Jersey and hiking with his family.
Born and raised in Dutchess County, NY, Dr. Elaina Nellis graduated from Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, PA, with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Pre Medicine. She then returned to New York and completed her Doctor of Optometry training at the State University of New York College of Optometry.
During her clinical rotations, Dr. Nellis specialized in treating and managing glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, contact lenses, and pre and post-operative cataracts. While at the SUNY College of Optometry, she received numerous awards for her scholastic and clinical achievements, including the American Academy of Optometry Foundation/VSP Practice Excellence Award, the Dr. William M. Eisenbergy Memorial Award for Outstanding Excellence in Ocular Disease and membership in Beta Sigma Kappa, the International Optometric Honors Society.
Dr. Nellis has spent the past several years working at the private practice she grew up attending in Upstate NY. She and her husband have recently relocated to South Jersey and enjoy exploring the area. When she is not seeing her patients, Dr. Nellis enjoys running, being outside, and spending time with her friends and family.
Dr. Nathan DeDeo was born and raised in South Jersey. Being very near-sighted at a young age, Dr. DeDeo was no stranger to the optometrist. Getting contact lenses for the first time was life-changing for him, and he decided to become an optometrist when he was only a sophomore in high school. He is a graduate of Adelphi University, where he was enrolled in the 3-4 accelerated program for Optometry. He received his Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry in 2005. While in Optometry school, Dr. DeDeo was interested in specialty contact lenses, particularly those lenses used to treat and manage Keratoconus ... an interest he still has to this day.
Dr. DeDeo enjoys visiting different parts of the country to provide eye care to rural areas without regular access to optometry. He has been to Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky, to name a few places. His travels have even taken him to the far reaches of Alaska, where he traveled approximately 20 times over about five years, providing exams, glasses, and contacts to dozens of native Alaskan villages and thousands of native Alaskan patients.
Dr. DeDeo and his wife recently moved from the New York City suburbs to be closer to friends and family. They currently reside in Burlington County, and in their spare time, they enjoy live music, theatre, and trying new craft beers.
Dr. Drasti Makwana is an optometric physician with experience in primary care, contact lens fitting, and ocular disease management. A North Brunswick, NJ native, she graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Mathematics. Dr. Makwana earned her Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where she graduated with honors. Dr. Makwana contributes her time and services to the BAPS Hindu organization which is involved in a number of charitable projects throughout New Jersey and the United States. Dr. Makwana lives in Philadelphia with her husband and enjoys yoga, cycling, cooking and watching movies.