Dr. Natalie Brossard Barbosa

Ophthalmology – Neuro-Ophthalmologist

Rochester, NY

Dr. Natalie Brossard Barbosa is a neuro-ophthalmologist at the Flaum Eye Institute who cares for adults with complex visual symptoms that don’t fit neatly into a single diagnosis. Patients see her for double vision, unexplained vision loss, and optic nerve disorders, as well as adult strabismus. She takes a careful, stepwise approach—listening to your story, coordinating testing, and explaining how eye and brain conditions can overlap—so you know what each result means. Originally from Uruguay, Dr. Brossard Barbosa earned a master’s degree in cellular and molecular biology and completed medical school and ophthalmology residency training before pursuing subspecialty fellowships in Toronto and at the University of Rochester. She is active in education and has presented at national neuro-ophthalmology meetings. Her goal is to deliver answers and relief where possible, and to support patients with clear plans and communication when conditions require long-term monitoring.

Dr. Daniel Elefant

Ophthalmology – Neuro-Ophthalmologist

Hawthorne, NY

Dr. Daniel Elefant is a neuro-ophthalmologist who helps patients and families make sense of vision problems that arise from the brain, optic nerve, or eye-movement pathways. He evaluates symptoms such as double vision, visual field loss, ptosis, abnormal pupils, and transient or sudden vision changes. Using a careful examination and appropriate imaging, he focuses on finding clear, practical answers and building a treatment plan that fits each person’s needs. He works closely with neurology, neurosurgery, and rheumatology colleagues when conditions overlap specialties. Dr. Elefant earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, completed an ophthalmology residency at Westchester Medical Center, and advanced fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medicine. He welcomes referrals for conditions such as optic neuritis, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, giant cell (temporal) arteritis, and other optic nerve and eye-movement disorders. Appointments are available in Hawthorne, NY, and he speaks English and Hebrew to support communication and comfort for diverse patients.

Dr. Natasha Gautam

Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist

Buffalo, NY

Dr. Natasha Gautam is a glaucoma and cataract specialist who partners with patients to protect sight over a lifetime. She performs a full spectrum of glaucoma procedures—ranging from laser treatments to minimally invasive options and tube shunts—and offers modern cataract surgery designed to improve clarity, reduce glare, and fit your daily visual needs. Her clinic visits emphasize education and shared decision-making so you leave understanding your diagnosis and plan. Dual fellowship-trained, Dr. Gautam brings added expertise at the intersection of glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmology. She is active in research on intraocular pressure fluctuation and imaging, keeping her care aligned with the latest evidence. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or seeking second-opinion care after prior surgery, she tailors treatment to disease stage, lifestyle, and comfort with risk, always with an eye toward preserving independence and quality of life.