Why do I need a laser? Your doctor may recommend laser treatment due to bleeding and/or swelling of your retina from diabetes, hypertension, or some other blood vessel disease.  This laser is usually to prevent further damage to your eye and can sometimes improve your vision.  The blood which is in your eye will still […]

What is a cataract? A cataract is when the normally clear lens in your eye gets cloudy.  The term is Greek in origin, meaning waterfall.  When someone developed cataracts in ancient times the pupil or black part of the eye turned white.  To the Greeks it looked like a waterfall!  Today, cataracts can advance to […]

Strabismus is when the eyes are misaligned.  One or both eyes may be pointing inwards or outwards.  This may be constant or intermittent, especially when tired.  When you are a child, misaligned eyes will not cause double vision, but can if it ocurs after childhood.  As a child, the problem with having the eyes not working […]

A pterygium is a benign growth over the front of the eye.  It is a whiteish growth from the nasal corner of the eye which grows slowly over the cornea (clear front of the eye) and eventually toward or over the pupil (the black part of the eye).  It can cause irritation, itching, tearing, and […]

Pre-operative Visit We will take measurements for the lens implant for your eye and discuss any questions regarding the surgery you might have.  Also, if you have significant astigmatism or want near or far correction, make sure to discuss your options with the doctor.  There are advanced technology lenses now on the market which can […]

Summary – Soft Lens Instructions to Remove and Insert Lenses 1. Wash Hands 2. Inspect Lens 3. Insert Lens 4. Wash Hands 5. Remove Lens 6. Clean Lens by rubbing 7. Disinfect Lens Instructions for Handling Contact Lenses Wash your hands before handling your lenses. Do not use any soap containing cream, lotion, oil, or […]

  YOU HAVE HAD ONE OF THE MOST DELICATE OPERATIONS IN MODERN SURGERY WITH ADVANCED MICROSCOPIC TECHNIQUE. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT COMPLICATIONS ARE MUCH EASIER TO AVOID THAN CORRECT.  IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO CAREFULLY FOLLOW YOUR DOCTORS DIRECTIONS REGARDING MEDICATIONS AND ACTIVITIES SO THAT YOUR  EYE WILL HAVE EVERY CHANCE TO HEAL […]

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Instructions for Amsler Grid Self Monitoring 1. Wear your glasses if you usually read with them. 2.Hold grid at 13 inches. 3.Cover one eye. 4.Look only at central dot, but notice the entire grid. 5. If over time lines become wavy or you are unable to see part of the grid, call your eye doctor […]

Topic: Anemia, Your Eyes and Vision Today I was asked by one of my patients whether anemia can affect the eyes. WHAT IS ANEMIA? Anemia is a low red blood cell count and an inability to carry enough oxygen in the blood to vital tissues.  This often causes fatigue or over-tiredness, becoming out of breath easily, headaches and […]