Rudrani Banik, M.D.

Rudrani Banik, M.D. Dr. Rani Banik is an Integrative Ophthalmologist. She helps people prevent blindness naturally without the use of drugs or surgery.

She believes that blindness can be prevented through eye-smart nutrition and lifestyle choices. Ophthalmology, Nutrition, Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine

04/05/2026

↗️ SHARE to raise awareness of this potentially blinding eye issue

“Eye Strokes” come in many shapes and forms, affecting eitherthe retina or the optic nerve.

This particular image shows a branch retinal Van occlusion (BRVO), which may develop when an artery overlies a vein and blocks off its flow.

What we see, a significant retinal hemorrhages in the distribution of the blocked vein. Other variants of RVO include:

- Central retinal vein inclusion (CRVO) and
- Hemiretinal vein inclusion (HRVO)

But more importantly -

What is causing this problem??

That’s really what needs to be treated here so it doesn’t occur again or cause more serious issues.

👇🏼Comment your answer below as to what the underlying systemic diagnosis may be.

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04/03/2026

Blurred vision months (or years) after cataract surgery?

It’s not your cataract coming back.

This is posterior capsule opacification (PCO) — a common cause of cloudy vision after surgery, where the lens capsule becomes hazy over time.

✨ The fix? A quick, in-office YAG laser capsulotomy.

Watch how the laser creates a clear opening in the cloudy capsule… and vision sharpens almost instantly.

No incisions.
No downtime.
Just light, precision, and immediate results.

👀 Question for you:
Have you or one of your patients ever had vision get blurry again after cataract surgery?

👇🏼Comment YES or NO

04/03/2026

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Another major eye drop recall here in the USA!

Be safe, always check the FDA website when purchasing OTC generic eye drops.

Most people wait until something is wrong with their vision to pay attention. By then, damage has often been building fo...
04/03/2026

Most people wait until something is wrong with their vision to pay attention. By then, damage has often been building for years.

Eye disease rarely starts in the eyes. It starts with inflammation, blood sugar dysregulation, and oxidative stress-

and your vision feels the effects long before tests turn abnormal.

If you care about protecting your vision before problems begin, comment VISION and I’ll send you a short, science-backed guide I made for patients who want prevention, not just prescriptions.

If this changed how you think about eye health, share it with someone you love.

04/02/2026

Can Palming and Acupressure Relax Your Eyes Naturally?

Simple techniques like palming and acupressure may help relax eye muscles, reduce strain, and improve comfort—especially in today’s screen-heavy world.

While not a cure for eye disease, these practices can be helpful tools for daily eye wellness and stress relief.



Link: https://www.drranibanik.com/theeyeqpodcast/67

04/02/2026

Though you may not need a little army of window washers to keep our eyes and eyelids clean, you should incorporate eyelid hygiene into your daily routine.

Ocular surface hygiene is essential for managing dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), Demodex, ocular rosacea, and also for optimal outcomes after cataract surgery.

To optimally clean your eyes and eyelids, use my three step process-

Comment EYES below, and I’ll send it to you right away.

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04/02/2026

Is Glaucoma About More Than Just Eye Pressure?

While elevated eye pressure is a major risk factor, glaucoma is ultimately a disease of the optic nerve. Blood flow, mitochondrial health, inflammation, and neuroprotection all play important roles.

Focusing only on pressure may miss other key contributors to disease progression. A broader approach can support better outcomes.



Link: https://www.drranibanik.com/theeyeqpodcast/67

04/01/2026

Are you an eye allergy suffer? 👀🌳

As springtime approaches, make sure you follow my 4 top tips to reduce eye itching, burning, swelling, and watering.

Let me know if you’ve tried these and they’re not working.

I have lots more eye allergy tips to share!

04/01/2026

Is Eye Health About More Than Just the Surface of the Eye?

True eye health goes far beyond dryness or vision clarity. It involves the retina, optic nerve, blood flow, brain processing, and even systemic health factors like inflammation and metabolism.

Looking deeper helps uncover root causes—and opens the door to more comprehensive, long-term solutions.



Link: https://www.drranibanik.com/theeyeqpodcast/67

03/31/2026

Neuro-ophthalmology isn’t a hard subspecialty-

It simply requires careful diagnostic skills and thoughtful analysis 🧐

Are you up for the challenge?

03/31/2026

↗️ SHARE this amazing surgical demonstration presented by .devgan aka Cataract Coach of WHY an IOL may decenter during surgery.

I’m curious-have you ever experienced this? What did you do? Please share👇🏼

03/31/2026

It’s a battle every day in the eye clinic, but when in doubt…

It’s ALWAYS a retina problem. 👁️

Which side are you on? 😆

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950 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
10075

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9:30am
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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