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It’s Time for Your Annual Eye Exam

Having your eyes checked regularly is an important part of your annual healthcare routine. Many sight-stealing diseases and conditions are slow to progress and may not even show symptoms until your vision is affected.  Yearly eye exams become increasingly important after the age of 65, when conditions such as cataracts,...
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Protect Your Eyes During UV Safety Awareness Month

July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and Eye Medical Clinic wants to remind you that your skin is not the only thing that needs protection from the sun's harmful UV rays. Don't forget about your eyes! They need UV protection year-round, no matter where you live. UV Safety Explained UV...
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How To Know if You Have Cataracts

At Eye Medical Clinic, we want our patients to enjoy their best possible vision at every stage of life. June is Cataract Awareness Month, so we’re taking this opportunity to educate our senior patient family about the risk factors and symptoms of cataracts. We will cover how you know you...
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Healthy Retinas, Healthy Life

Taking care of your eyes is as important as eating a healthy diet and taking part in regular physical activity. To help keep your eyes healthy for a lifetime, have an annual comprehensive dilated eye exam. It’s the best way to find out if you need glasses or contacts, or...
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It’s a New Day in the Treatment of Dry Eye

According to the National Eye Institute, more than 100 million people worldwide (30 million in the U.S.) suffer from dry eye. And that number is continuing to grow! That’s a lot of people dealing with dry, irritated, scratchy, fatigued eyes. In San Jose, we are lucky to enjoy a temperate...
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Make a New Year’s Resolution to Protect Your Vision

How do you celebrate the new year? Whether you are a New Year’s resolution maker or not, at Eye Medical Clinic, we resolve every year to give our patients the best possible vision care so you can see all your days with the vision you deserve. And this first month...
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GIVE THE GIFT OF VISION THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

If you, like many of us, let the holiday season sneak up on you in this busy, busy year, you may be just now working on your holiday gift giving list. As most Americans are tightening up their belts in a tough economic climate, holiday gift giving may take on...
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Diabetic Retinopathy

November is the month we focus on gratitude, and good eyesight is certainly something to be grateful for. November also happens to be Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. If you’re someone who lives with diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2), diabetic eye disease is a real threat to your vision....
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Don’t Let Your Year-End Benefits Expire!

The holidays are crawling closer, and the end of the year will be here before you know it. If you have year-end insurance benefits or flex spending account dollars that will expire once the clock hits midnight on New Year’s Eve, now is the time to use them at Eye...
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Healthy Aging Month

Eye Medical Clinic in San Jose, CA, provides eye care for the whole family, but this September (also known as Healthy Aging Month!), we’re focusing on the eye care that the older members of your family might need.  From cataracts to glaucoma and more, as we get older, our eyes...
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August is National Eye Exam Month

August is National Eye Exam Month! There’s no better time than right now to schedule your next eye exam at Eye Medical Clinic here in San Jose. We’re eager and excited to get you in our office to safeguard your vision into the future. Plus, with our advanced medical technology,...
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Renew Your Vision with Laser Vision Correction

Spring is a time for renewal. At Eye Medical Clinic, we want to help you renew your vision! If you’re interested in Laser Vision Correction (LVC) and want to be free of your glasses, schedule a free consultation with our surgeon, Dr. Paik. PRK - Photorefractive Keratectomy PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy)...
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Macular Degeneration is the Leading Cause of Vision Loss in Older Americans

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. At Eye Medical Clinic, we want all of our patients to See Every Moment. We want you to have the best possible vision and enjoy healthy eyes for a lifetime. So, we’re raising awareness about this sight-threatening condition. Age-Related Macular Degeneration Age-related macular...
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New Vision for a New Year (and new benefits too!)

The new year offers a fresh start, a chance to set new goals, prioritize and focus on the important things in life. Things like good health and seeing all your days with the vision you deserve. There’s no question annual comprehensive eye exams are an important part of overall good...
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See Every Moment Ahead with the Vision You Deserve

How was your 2021? We hope it was an amazing year for you and your loved ones. We’ve had our challenges, haven’t we? But it is our sincere hope that you walk into 2022 with gratitude for the good things and excitement for the future. At Eye Medical Clinic, we’ve...
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November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

November reminds us of all the many things we have to be thankful for. Things like family and friends. Things like good health. Even good eyesight is something to be thankful for. November is also Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetic Eye Disease is a real threat to anyone who...
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It’s a Great Time for Cataract Surgery at Eye Medical Clinic

At Eye Medical Clinic, we want to change the way people think about the idea of needing cataract surgery. In truth, we believe cataract surgery is an exciting opportunity! And we like to say it’s something you should look forward to! In fact, we love to guide our patients through...
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Spotlight on Corneal Cross-linking

Many corneal conditions threaten the health of your eyes and vision. Since the cornea is responsible for most of your eye’s focusing power, you should see an experienced expert with any concerns. Keratoconus is one such condition. What is Keratoconus? Keratoconus occurs when the clear tissue of the cornea thins...
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September is Healthy Aging Month

Did you know? One in six Americans, 65 and older, have a vision issue that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses? It’s true. The older you are, the greater your risk for developing many eye conditions. Still, many seniors don’t have an annual comprehensive eye exam. To spotlight...
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July is National UV Safety Month

We don’t like to brag, but Northern California summers are nearly perfect. And if you live here, you already know that! From hiking and biking to all the beautiful beaches, gardens and other amazing outdoor venues the beautiful San Jose area offers, this part of the country is a summer...
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Four Fascinating Facts for Cataract Awareness Month

The longer you live, the more likely it is that you will deal with cataracts. They are, to a large degree, an inevitable part of aging. At Eye Medical Clinic, we focus a great deal of our practice on the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts. And since June is Cataract...
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Healthy Vision For a Healthy Life

May is Healthy Vision Month. And after the last year-plus of living out a world health pandemic, good health is certainly top of mind for most people. At Eye Medical Clinic, we love to talk about eyes and vision any time of the year! But Healthy Vision Month affords a...
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Happy Patient Experience Week!

Meet Some Happy Eye Medical Clinic Patients At Eye Medical Clinic, we focus on providing an excellent patient experience every day of the year! We don’t wait for Patient Experience Week (April 25-29) to delight our patients. We want our patients to See Every Moment every day with the vision...
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It’s Workplace Eye Safety Month

A Spotlight on Digital Eye Strain March in San Jose is a beautiful time of year! And with the kids on spring break, you may not want to talk about work, but March is also Workplace Eye Safety Month. And at Eye Medical Clinic, we care about your eyes! Different...
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Everything You Need to Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Awareness Months that aren’t necessary: Lima Bean Respect Day? How about Talk in an Elevator Day? Yes, these really are actual national awareness days, at least according to the internet. But not all awareness days are...silly. Some of them shine a spotlight on causes and conditions we really do need...
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January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

It is estimated that, currently, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030; a significant increase. At Eye Medical Clinic, we are committed to educating our patients about this sight-stealing disease and providing the...
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Finish 2020 with the Vision You Deserve

If your eye doctor has told you it’s time to consider cataract surgery, you may be thinking, “Welllll, maybe I should wait.” After all, the pandemic is still affecting the lives of people across the world. But the truth is, now is actually a great time to have cataract surgery...
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Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. At Eye Medical Clinic, we also want to highlight that it’s Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetes is a debilitating and potentially sight-stealing disease, so this topic is important to talk about! You might be surprised to learn that diabetes affects more than 34 million...
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Study Shows Face Masks Associated with Increase in Dry Eye Symptoms

Okay, 2020, we’ve had it. Enough, already. A new study published in Ophthalmology and Therapy has found that wearing face masks has been associated with ocular irritation and dry eye symptoms. Thanks to the COVID-19 world pandemic, face masks have become a normal part of everyone’s daily attire. Some people...
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It’s Never too Late to Focus on Seeing Every Moment

2020 has been a tough year, no doubt. Even still, across the world, people are living longer and healthier lives than ever before. And no matter how well (or not well) your year has gone so far, this month offers a chance for a renewed focus. September is Healthy Aging...
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Eye Medical Clinic Welcomes Jeanie Paik, MD

Dr. Jeanie Paik and her family recently left windy Chicago for beautiful San Jose, and they couldn’t be happier about it! We’re thrilled that she has joined the family of eye experts at Eye Medical Clinic and are excited to introduce her to you. Dr. Paik is a world-class physician...
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Eye Medical Clinic Warmly Welcomes Tamer Hadi, MD

Tamer Hadi, MD, came to Eye Medical Clinic with an impressive resume. With undergraduate and master’s work in bioengineering and biomedical engineering, Dr. Hadi spent several years working in orthopedic research and development before deciding he wanted to be more involved in patient care. He applied to medical school and...
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July is UV Safety Month

Summer in Northern California may just be the envy of most of the rest of the country. We live in a beautiful state, indeed. It’s a great time to head outdoors and enjoy hiking and biking, all the beautiful beaches, gardens, patios and many other amazing outdoor venues beautiful Northern...
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Our Commitment to Safety with COVID-19

Eye Medical Clinic is happy to welcome you back beginning June 1st (by APPOINTMENT ONLY). We are committed to our patients’ health and safety, so we’re implementing new protocols in accordance with established guidelines. If you have a scheduled appointment, we ask that you follow these steps. Complete ALL paperwork...
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A Notice About COVID-19

Dear Patient, As we all navigate the rapidly evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation together, we want to share with you the extra precautions we’re taking at Eye Medical Clinic to serve you. We will continue to keep you, our valued patient, at the center of our planning and decision making. We...
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Spotlight on World Optometry Day

World Optometry Day is March 23. The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) recognizes this day as an opportunity to shine the spotlight on this key eye care profession and create awareness about optometry and its practices around the world. At Eye Medical Clinic, it’s also an opportunity...
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What are the Early Signs of the Most Common Vision Problems?

As with most other kinds of diseases, many eye diseases and conditions are more easily and successfully treated when diagnosed early. The tricky part is that there are a few eye conditions that don’t always come with early warning signs, making them harder to detect. But early detection is no...
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See Every Moment in 2020

We partied like it was 1999. We survived Y2K. And this year brings even more opportunities for clever song lyrics and tag lines. Especially for those of us in the eye care industry. I mean, really; It’s 2020! From “vision” casting to “setting your sights on 20/20”, it’s too easy...
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Your Trusted Vision Experts, Year After Year

What’s on the horizon for you in 2020? If you’re the goal-setting, resolution-making type, we wish you all the very best luck and plenty of good vibes for accomplishing everything you desire in the coming year. As for us, we are excited to refocus on our shared goals, our vision...
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month

November may be best known for turkey and dressing, pecan and pumpkin pies (yum!), Black Friday shopping. But this month also marks Diabetes Awareness Month and Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. It’s the ideal time, but in truth, there’s never a bad time, to shine a spotlight on this debilitating...
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We Specialize in Opening Eyes and Brightening Outlooks with Blepharoplasty

Drooping eyelids can interfere with vision and make for tired-looking, aged eyes. At Eye Medical Clinic, we offer a unique approach to eyelid surgery that can restore a bright-eyed, youthful appearance. What is Blepharoplasty? The medical term for eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty is designed to correct the drooping or sagging skin...
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Eye Medical Clinic Focuses on Healthy Aging Month

Across the world, people are living longer than ever before. According to the World Health Organization, by 2020 (that’s next year, people!), the number of people aged 60 years and older will outnumber children younger than the age of 5. Wow! September is Healthy Aging Month It’s a great time...
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Vision for the Coming School Year

Don’t Forget to Schedule Your Back-to-the-Routine Eye Exam If you’ve finished all your school supply shopping, good for you! If your student has already gotten a fresh haircut, new kicks and cool backpack, you’re fully on the ball. But, what about a back-to-school comprehensive eye exam? New clothes, calculators and...
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It’s Time to Reconsider Buying Glasses & Contacts Online

We’re in an era of buying everything online. Even things that people said would never make sense to buy online are becoming commonplace. Trying on clothes in the store has been replaced with great online return policies, finding the perfect mattress has been replaced with glitzy startups using “space-age materials”...
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Four Summer Eye Care Tips from Your San Jose Eye Medical Experts

Hello, summer. 🌞 San Jose is well known for its temperate climate any time of the year, but summer in San Jose is just the besssssst. Coastal breezes, sunny days. It’s the perfect place to call home. This time of year has most people shopping for sunscreen and pool floaties...
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Can Poor Vision Cause Migraines?

The ABCs of Ocular Migraines Migraine sufferers, we see you (hiding in a darkened room with a pillow over your head). We hear you (crying). We feel you (begging for mercy). And we want to help. Migraines are the worst. They're up there with root canals and income tax audits....
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How to Get Rid of Pink Eye

Symptoms, Causes and Treatments for Conjunctivitis If you managed to escape childhood without a case of pink eye, consider yourself lucky. According to the National Eye Institute, pink eye is one of the most common and treatable eye conditions in children and adults. About 3 million cases of pink eye...
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Laser-Assisted or Traditional Cataract Surgery. Which is Right for Me?

What is Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery and How is it Different Than Traditional Cataract Surgery? You may have heard it said that if you live long enough, you’ll most likely deal with cataracts. And it’s true. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), about half the population in American develop...
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What Causes Dry Eye?

The Science Behind Dry Eye and the Solutions Ahead That irritating sensation when it feels like there’s something in your eye. You know what I’m talking about. And you’re looking and poking and rubbing...but can’t find the irritant. One of life’s little annoyances, for sure, but it can also signal...
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Life After Cataract Surgery

What to Expect After Cataract Surgery According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), cataracts affect more than 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. Approximately half of Americans develop cataracts by age 75. And as the U.S. population ages, more than 30 million Americans are expected to have cataracts...
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Eye Care for the Whole Family

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams There’s no question comprehensive eye exams are an important part of overall good health. The quality of your vision affects everything from school and work performance to driving, hobbying, working out and just about any other activity you can think of. But the importance of...
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Eye Medical Clinic Providing Aid to Wildfire Victims

Eye Medical Clinic Providing Aid to Wildfire Victims Join us! As the Camp Fire continues to impact northern California as the deadliest and most destructive in the state’s history, our team at Eye Medical Clinic is immediately providing aid for those impacted by the fire.   To assist affected and...
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Back-to-School Eye Exam Time

Time to Schedule a Back-to-School Eye Exam for Your Kids New clothes? Check! Backpack? Check! School supplies? Check! Now, what about a back-to-school eye exam or comprehensive vision screening to check your kids’ eyes… August is the time to book a back-to-school eye exam for grade school, high school and...
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Shut the Front Door on Early Cataracts

Cataracts. They usually come with age, and there is no surefire way to know who will or won’t develop cataracts. The exact cause of cataracts is unclear. That's especially true in cases of early cataracts. Most often, cataracts affect patients age 60 and older; however, there have been cases of...
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Everything You Need to Know about Dry Eye

Ohhhhh, ewwwww, owwwww that feeling when there’s something in your eye. And you’re looking but can’t see it. One of life’s little irritations, but it can signal something more—like dry eye. National Eye Institute reports that more than 100 million people worldwide (30 million in the U.S.) suffer from this...
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Proudly Welcoming Dr. Mona Bagga

2018 is shaping up to be a banner year at Eye Medical Clinic! Faithfully serving the San Jose area for more than 60 years, we’ve earned a solid reputation for excellence in advanced vision services, including surgery and comprehensive eye care. We have an exciting announcement! Mona Bagga, MD, a...
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Ultraviolet Light and your Eyes

If you want strong, healthy eyes and clear vision for life, a major step you can take is to protect your eyes from UV radiation.  Wearing proper eye protection from the sun reduces the risk of a number of eye diseases and other conditions that are caused or worsened by...
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Signs of Eye and Vision Problems in Infants

Infant Eyesight Despite nine months of growth in utero, babies are not born with fully developed eyes and vision - just like they can't walk or talk yet. Over the first few months of life, their visual systems continue to progress, stimulated by their surroundings. Babies will develop the ability...
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Trouble Seeing at Night? All About Night Blindness

  At this time of year when the sun sets early, many people are affected by night blindness. Night blindness or nyctalopia refers to difficulty seeing at night or in poor or dim lighting situations. It can be caused by a number of underlying conditions, sometimes completely benign and sometimes as...
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Are Your Eyes Sensitive to Light?

  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 experience light sensitivity will find themselves needing to close their eyes or squint when exposed to light and often...
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Got a Shiner!

  What Exactly Is a Black Eye? 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 occurs when there is an injury to the face or the eye socket...
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Cataracts: Everything You Need To Know

Everything You Ever Needed To Know About Cataracts According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), cataracts affect more than 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. And by age 75, approximately half of all Americans have cataracts. As the U.S. population ages, more than 30 million Americans are expected...
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Are You Ignoring Your Dry Eyes?

  You Don’t Have to Live With Dry Eyes Have you noticed that your eyes feel chronically dry, itchy, scratchy or even sometimes watery? Many people that have these symptoms just go on with their lives until the symptoms become unbearable. What they don’t realize is that these are signs...
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April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month

  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 women surveyed recently didn’t know that, which means that many of them aren’t taking the necessary precautions to prevent...
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It’s Time to Talk About Blue Light

Workplace Eye Safety Month 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 to these questions, you are not alone, yet it is important that you become aware to...
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Understanding Eye Color

  Eye color is a hereditary trait that depends on the genes of both parents, as well as a little bit of mystery. The color of the eye is based on the pigments in the iris, which is a colored ring of muscle located at the center of the eye...
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6 Ways to Prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Age-related macular degeneration is a serious condition that can threaten your vision and general well-being. Characterized by the deterioration of the central area of the retina called the macula which is responsible for focused vision, the disease gradually reduces your central vision. This affects the ability to see fine details,...
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Are You Missing Your Child’s Hidden Vision Problem?

Your toddler may show every sign of good eyesight including the ability to see objects in the distance, however that doesn't necessarily mean that he or she doesn't have a vision problem. Amblyopia is one common eye condition that is often hidden behind the appearance of good eyesight.   Also...
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Holiday Season Shopping: Are Nerf Guns Safe for the Eyes?

  Nerf guns or blasters come in a remarkable number of shapes and sizes and have become incredibly popular for use in the home and even in large scale “Nerf Wars”.  However publicity surrounding the toy has not been all positive.  Many parents out there are questioning the safety of...
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Dry Eye Syndrome Causes and Cures

  Why Are My Eyes So Dry? Do you experience dry, scratchy, burning eyes, redness or pain, a gritty feeling like something is in your eye? Or perhaps, excessive tearing, blurred vision, eye fatigue or discomfort wearing contact lenses? There could be a number of causes for your symptoms including...
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Don’t Let Fall Eye Allergies Get You Down

  Red, itchy, watery eyes and swollen eyelids (along with sneezing, congestion or a runny nose)... these symptoms are a clear indication that allergy season has arrived. These allergic symptoms are caused by a reaction to allergens, which are substances in the environment that are usually harmless. If, however, you...
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Cutting Edge Eye-dentification

  We have all seen the futuristic thrillers that use high-tech eye scanning identification systems but nowadays the technology does exist to use them in real life. A greater number of high security establishments have begun to use iris recognition for identification and security systems. How does it work? The...
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What is a stye anyway?

A stye (known by eye doctors as a hordeolum) is an infection of an oil gland which forms a pimple-like bump on the base of the eyelid or within the eyelid itself. Styes can be uncomfortable, causing swelling, pain, redness, discomfort and sometimes excessive tearing or blurred vision if it...
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Bifocal and Multifocal Contact Lenses 

  If you are over 40 and have difficulty seeing close up, you probably have a common age-related condition called presbyopia which is when the eye’s natural lens loses the ability to focus on close objects. Presbyopia is a natural process that occurs as the eye ages and affects the majority...
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How to Find the Right Pair of Glasses for your Child

  Whether you are looking for regular prescription glasses, sunwear or protective sports eyewear, it can be tough choosing the best eyewear for children and teens. On the one hand, they need to be comfortable and provide the optimal fit for improved vision and protection. At the same time, they...
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Resolve to Prevent Glaucoma in 2016

This year, make healthy eyes and vision your resolution. Find out if you or a loved one is at risk for glaucoma, and take steps for prevention. Glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable vision loss and blindness in adults in the United States and Canada and the second leading...
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Why Do We Need Glasses?

  The most well-known part of a comprehensive eye exam is the basic vision test. When you have a general vision test, one of the main conditions the eye care practitioner is checking for is a refractive error. A refractive error means there is an abnormality in the shape of...
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In Memory of Dr. Roderick Biswell. MD

Roderick Biswell, MD Our much loved and esteemed partner and colleague passed away on September 9, 2015 after a heroic battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Naina and children, Russell, Gretchen, Richard, and Erin. To quote his written message dedicated on June 10, 2015; “Thank you to...
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Guidelines For Picking the Right Pair of Shades

There is a lot more that goes into finding the right pair of sunglasses than just fit and fashion.  While it’s important to look and feel great in your shades, sunglasses also have the very important job of properly protecting your eyes from the sun. Here are a few facts...
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5 Ways to Ensure Healthy Vision

Your eyes are constantly at work for you, playing a vital role as you navigate through each day. As May is healthy vision month, here are some things to keep in mind: Know your genes. While your eyes may be the same color as your father’s eyes, you may have...
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Under Pressure: Are you at Risk for Glaucoma?

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month.  Glaucoma is a serious, vision threatening disease. You can save your eyesight, by knowing the facts. Are you at risk of developing glaucoma? The short answer is yes. Anyone can get glaucoma and because of this it is important for every person, young and old...
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8 Tips to Beat Winter Dry Eyes

One of the most common patient complaints during the winter months is dry eyes. In the cooler climates, cold winds and dry air, coupled with dry indoor heating can be a recipe for eye discomfort.  Dryness and irritation can be particularly debilitating for those who wear contact lenses or suffer...
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Do You Know the Facts About Diabetic Eye Disease?

If you or a loved one suffers from diabetes, awareness of the threat of vision loss due to diabetic eye disease should be a top priority. Don't wait until it is too late to learn about the risks. Here are eight true and false questions about diabetic eye disease to...
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Cutting Edge Glaucoma Technology

Some 2.5 million North Americans struggle with glaucoma, a progressive eye disease that robs its sufferers of their vision, if unmanaged. Associated with high eye pressure and damage to the optic nerve, the main method of preventing blindness and low vision from glaucoma is by maintaining low levels of IOP...
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Comfortable Vision for Back-to-school Reading

School is starting: Do you know how to set up your child’s homework and reading spot? Reading and writing are some of the most fundamental skills that your child to facilitate learning in school, so it is important to make sure that your child's eyes are comfortable when they are...
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Hope in Sight for Low Vision

February is low vision awareness month. Low vision is a condition in which an individual suffers significant vision loss that can't be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, medication or surgery. Low vision can affect both children and adults, but is more common in the elderly, and requires significant adjustments...
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7 Facts You Should Know About Glaucoma

7 Facts You Should Know About Glaucoma Glaucoma, which refers to a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, is often called 'the silent thief of sight'. This nickname evolved because the disease creeps up unnoticed in its early stages, causing no pain and few, if any symptoms....
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June is Cataract Awareness Month

Cataracts, one of the most common causes of blindness, develop when the lens of the eye, located behind the iris and pupil, becomes opaque or cloudy. A cataract can result in loss of vision as it prevents light from passing into your eye and focusing on the retina. While cataracts...
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