Mariam Elias, OD
Doctor of Optometry
Myopia Control & Specialty Contact Lenses | Morristown, West Orange & Denville, NJ
Fluent in English and Arabic
testimonials
Dr. Elias' Patient Reviews
"I recently had the best eye exam I’ve ever experienced. Dr. Mariam Elias was incredibly thorough and took her time with every step of the process. She explained everything in a way that was easy to understand, which made me feel confident and well-informed about my eye health. I never felt rushed, and I truly appreciated the care and attention she gave me. I love my new contacts. I can’t recommend this office enough!"
- Ming X., Google Reviews
"Very friendly staff and they even have an eyewear department in the office with the latest styles, you will be impressed."
- Natalie S., Google Reviews
biography
About Dr. Elias
Dr. Mariam Elias joined the Affiliated Eye Surgeons family in 2025. A native of Northern New Jersey, she graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University with a Bachelor's degree in Biology. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University, formerly known as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry.
Dr. Elias completed her clinical rotations at the Veterans Hospital in Lyons, NJ; Corneal Associates of New Jersey in Fairfield, NJ; IC Laser Eyecare in Bensalem, PA; and The Eye Institute in Philadelphia, PA — gaining broad clinical experience across a range of optometric subspecialties, with particular depth in corneal and specialty contact lens care.
She has a strong passion for myopia control and
specialty contact lenses, including innovative options such as MiSight, Ortho-K, Novakone lenses, and scleral lenses. Dr. Elias is committed to providing personalized, high-quality care, tailoring each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of her patients.
Dr. Elias is fluent in English and Arabic. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and values building meaningful connections with others.
the path to expertise
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Rutgers University — Bachelor of Science in Biology, Summa Cum Laude
Professional Degree
Salus University (Pennsylvania College of Optometry) — Doctor of Optometry (OD)
Clinical Rotations
- Veterans Hospital, Lyons, NJ
- Corneal Associates of New Jersey, Fairfield, NJ
- IC Laser Eyecare, Bensalem, PA
- The Eye Institute, Philadelphia, PA
Languages Spoken
English & Arabic
specialty focus
Myopia Control & Specialty Contact Lenses
Myopia (nearsightedness) is one of the fastest-growing vision conditions worldwide, with the prevalence in children increasing dramatically over the past two decades. Left unmanaged in childhood, myopia tends to progress — and higher degrees of myopia are associated with significantly elevated risk of serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
Dr. Elias specializes in myopia control — a proactive approach to slowing the progression of myopia in children and young adults using clinically proven methods. Rather than simply updating a glasses prescription each year, myopia control treatment uses specialized contact lenses and strategies to address the underlying mechanisms driving myopic progression.
Myopia control options Dr. Elias offers:
MiSight 1 Day Contact Lenses
MiSight is the first and only FDA-approved soft contact lens specifically designed to slow the progression of myopia in children aged 8 to 12. It uses a proprietary ActivControl technology with concentric rings that correct vision and simultaneously create a defocus signal that inhibits axial eye growth. MiSight lenses are daily disposable soft lenses, making them comfortable, convenient, and hygienic for young patients. Clinical studies show MiSight reduces myopia progression by an average of 59% compared to standard soft lenses.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
Orthokeratology — often called Ortho-K or overnight contact lenses — involves wearing specially designed rigid gas-permeable lenses overnight that gently reshape the corneal surface while the patient sleeps. Upon waking, the lenses are removed and the patient enjoys clear, unaided vision throughout the day without glasses or contact lenses. Ortho-K is both an effective vision correction method and a proven myopia control strategy, as the corneal reshaping effect reduces the peripheral defocus signals that drive axial elongation.
Novakone Specialty Lenses
Novakone lenses are a specialty soft contact lens design used in the management of irregular corneas and certain myopia control applications. Dr. Elias has specific training and experience with this lens platform, offering an additional fitting option for patients whose needs cannot be adequately met by standard soft lens designs.
Scleral Lenses
For patients with keratoconus, irregular corneas, post-surgical eyes, or severe dry eye, scleral lenses provide a large-diameter rigid gas-permeable lens that vaults over the entire corneal surface and rests on the sclera. Dr. Elias's clinical rotation at Corneal Associates of New Jersey provided her with foundational experience in corneal and specialty contact lens care, which she brings to her scleral lens fittings at Affiliated Eye Surgeons.
Conditions Dr. Elias Manages
- Myopia (nearsightedness) — including myopia control in children and young adults
- Hyperopia (farsightedness)
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Keratoconus (specialty contact lens management)
- Dry eye disease
- Contact lens intolerance — fitting patients who have failed standard lens types
- Comprehensive eye care for adults and children
Services Provided by Dr. Elias
- Comprehensive dilated eye examinations
- Myopia control consultations and management (MiSight, Ortho-K, Novakone)
- Standard soft contact lens fittings (daily, bi-weekly, monthly; sphere, toric, multifocal)
- Specialty contact lens fittings (scleral, RGP, Novakone)
- Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) fitting and follow-up
- Glasses prescriptions
- Pediatric eye exams
- Diabetic eye exams
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Locations Where Dr. Elias Practices
Morristown
West Orange
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Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Elias
Dr. Elias welcomes new patients of all ages at Affiliated Eye Surgeons. Whether you are interested in myopia control for your child, specialty contact lenses, or a comprehensive eye exam, she provides personalized care tailored to your individual needs. Arabic-speaking patients are warmly welcome.
