Oculoplastic Surgeon in Westchester, NY: Dr. Carniciu Named a 2026 New York Magazine Top Doctor

Dr. Anaïs Carniciu, founder of New York Eye and Face, is proud to be recognized as a 2026 New York Magazine Top Doctor through Castle Connolly. As a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon in Westchester, Dr. Carniciu focuses exclusively on facial plastic surgery, with special attention to the delicate tissues around the eyes. This blog explains what the honor means and why it matters to patients.

What Does Being Named a New York Magazine Top Doctor Mean?

Being named a New York Magazine Top Doctor means a physician appears in the magazine's Top Doctors section, which presents Castle Connolly's annual listing of leading New York metro physicians by specialty. Dr. Carniciu is listed under ophthalmology. Castle Connolly states that doctors cannot pay for a listing.

Castle Connolly's selection process includes these key elements:

Peer nominations from physicians across the country, as described in Castle Connolly's Top Doctors announcement
Research and vetting of each nominee by a physician-led team
Review of education, hospital and faculty appointments, research leadership, professional reputation, and disciplinary history

Together, these steps place Castle Connolly Top Doctors among the top 7% of physicians nationwide, according to Stony Brook Medicine. Readers can view Dr. Carniciu's Castle Connolly profile and the company's full methodology on its website.

Dr. Anaïs Carniciu's Credentials and Approach as an Oculoplastic Surgeon in Westchester

Training and Certification

Education: Dartmouth College (cum laude) and Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Residency: Ophthalmology at Case Western Reserve University, where she served as Chief Resident
Fellowship: One of 25 surgeons chosen for an ASOPRS-sponsored oculofacial plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan and in Southfield, Michigan
Certification: Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and one of roughly 750 surgeons worldwide certified by ASOPRS

Honors and Patient Recognition

Castle Connolly Top Doctor and Westchester Magazine Top Doctor in 2025
Featured in Westchester Magazine's Faces of Westchester series as the face of eyelid surgery in 2022 and 2023
A 4.9-star rating across 283 Google reviews

Naturally Beautiful Facial Plastic Surgery in Westchester

At New York Eye and Face in West Harrison, Dr. Carniciu delivers natural-looking facial plastic surgery in Westchester, including blepharoplasty, ptosis repair, brow lift, mid-face lift, and reconstructive care. She also personally performs BOTOX, dermal fillers, and laser skin resurfacing, with safety, facial balance, and one-on-one attention guiding every plan.

What Does This Recognition Mean for Our Patients and the Westchester Community?

For patients, this recognition is one more signal to weigh when choosing a surgeon. It should be considered alongside board certification, fellowship training, surgical focus, and an in-person consultation.

Because Castle Connolly reviews qualifications and disciplinary history, a listing reflects peer respect and professional standing, though no honor replaces a personal evaluation.

Dr. Carniciu supports that evaluation by explaining options, setting expectations, and answering every question. The practice's concierge approach also helps out-of-town patients with virtual consultations and local recommendations.

Her commitment reaches well beyond the treatment room. Dr. Carniciu serves on the oculoplastics faculty at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, is the current President of the Westchester County Medical Society, and has represented Westchester as a delegate to the Medical Society of the State of New York. Her peer-reviewed work includes studies on eyelid complications after surgery for periocular skin cancers and on congenital ptosis in infants. A Westchester native, she returned home after her fellowship to serve her community.

Congratulations, Dr. Carniciu!

The 2026 New York Magazine Top Doctor recognition celebrates Dr. Carniciu's skill and reflects the trust her patients place in her care. New York Eye and Face thanks every patient and colleague who has been part of this journey.

Those considering eyelid or facial plastic surgery can schedule a consultation at 244 Westchester Ave, Suite 111, West Harrison, NY 10604, or call 914-340-3869. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 6 PM.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a qualified surgeon. Outcomes, risks, and suitability vary from patient to patient. Recognition by a publication or organization does not guarantee any individual treatment result.

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