Dr. Melody Merati

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Melody Merati is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Langone Health specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with complex vision disorders that originate from the brain and optic nerve. Her expertise includes treating optic neuropathies, autoimmune disorders, inflammatory conditions, strokes, and tumors. Dr. Merati particularly focuses on managing migraines through a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and injections aimed at alleviating symptoms. She has extensive experience performing procedures such as occipital nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and botulinum toxin injections for chronic migraines, ensuring a tailored, holistic approach to treatment. Committed to improving patient outcomes, Dr. Merati collaborates closely with primary care providers and specialists. She completed her Fellowship in Neuro-Ophthalmology at NYU School of Medicine and her Residency in Neurology at Michigan State University. Dr. Merati is board-certified in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Research Interests

Experience

Neuro-Ophthalmologist

2022-06-01 — Present

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

Providing specialized care in Neuro-Ophthalmology, focusing on management of complex vision disorders.

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.