Dr. Portia Sirinek

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Portia E. Sirinek is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist. She provides personalized and comprehensive care to patients with glaucoma and cataracts, focusing on preventing vision loss and optimizing functionality. Originally from Ridgewood, New Jersey, she earned her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Yale University and completed her medical degree at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Sirinek completed her residency in ophthalmology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center and pursued advanced fellowship training in glaucoma at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School. She has a wealth of clinical and surgical experience and offers a range of intraocular lens options for cataract surgery tailored to patients' visual goals. In addition to her medical practice, she is an accomplished French horn player and performs with local community orchestras.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Clinical Ophthalmologist

— Present

ColumbiaDoctors NewYork-Presbyterian • White Plains, NY

Provides comprehensive ophthalmology care focused on glaucoma and cataract management.

Requirements for Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
One year of Biology with labs Two years of Chemistry (including Organic Chemistry) with labs One year of Physics with lab One semester of Biochemistry One year of English or writing-intensive courses
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

PhD programs at VP&S are often administered through the Coordinated Doctoral Programs in Biomedical Sciences (Integrated Program).