posted: Mar. 17, 2021.

Do you have family members with eye-related conditions? The two main eye diseases in adults that have a genetic link are glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Glaucoma is a deterioration of the optic Read more

posted: Mar. 17, 2021.

The Background Over the last several years, research has indicated a strong correlation between the presence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and glaucoma. Information from some of these pivotal studies is Read more

posted: Mar. 17, 2021.

Here are 11 bad contact lens habits we eye doctors often see #1 Sleeping in your contacts. This is the No. 1 risk factor for corneal ulcers, which can lead to severe Read more

posted: Mar. 17, 2021.

One of the most commonly asked questions in an eye exam comes right after the refraction, or glasses prescription check: “What is my vision?” Almost invariably, people know the term “20/20”. Read more

posted: Mar. 17, 2021.

Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) was originally used to treat malaria and is now used mostly to treat rheumatological and dermatological diseases. Its most frequent use now is for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Read more

posted: Mar. 08, 2021.

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posted: Feb. 14, 2021.

Developmental Concerns Nevertheless, there is growing evidence that increases in screen time can be harmful to physical, cognitive and social development in children.  As kids spend more time using screens, either for Read more

posted: Feb. 13, 2021.

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posted: May 19, 2020.

Blue light. Do you know what it is? Do you know where it comes from, or how it can be harmful to your eyes? If you don’t know the answers Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

There is nothing worse than a dirty spot on your glasses - well except perhaps many dirty spots or smudges. When that happens, most of us are tempted to grab Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

Hey women! Did you know that women are more likely to suffer from vision problems and are at higher risk of permanent vision loss than men? Well 91% of the Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

In honor of Sjogren’s Awareness month, eye care providers are helping to spread the word to increase awareness about this hard-to-diagnose disease. Sjogren’s is a systemic autoimmune disorder that can affect Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

It's National Cataract Awareness Month According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for 51% of cases of blindness worldwide - although this blindness is preventable with treatment. In fact, Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma, is usually not an injury of the actual eye (which is why it is called “periorbital”- around the eye). It typically Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a condition in which bright light - either natural sunlight or artificial light -  can cause significant discomfort, pain and intolerance. People that Read more

posted: May 19, 2020.

What’s it like to be color blind? Contrary to what the name implies, color blindness usually does not actually mean that you don’t see any color, but rather that you Read more