As a refractive surgeon, I have had the great privilege and pleasure to help tens of thousands of people get out of their glasses and contact lenses. Over the past 25 years, we have developed […]

Laser technology for clear uncorrected vision has existed for about 30 years, and often leads people to LASIK and PRK, which are by far the two most common procedures for vision correction.  In some cases, an […]

In the ever-evolving world of medical technology, breakthroughs continue to transform the healthcare landscape, benefiting both medical practitioners and their patients. One such groundbreaking innovation that’s taking the surgical world by storm is the NGENUITY […]

What’s in a Lens? Comparing the Human Crystalline Lens, Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICLs), and Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) The field of ophthalmology has witnessed remarkable advancements in lens technology over the years, revolutionizing the way we […]

Optometrists and ophthalmologists often work as a combined care team for patients seeking vision correction through refractive and lens based surgeries. This type of collaborative care is commonly referred to as “co-management”. Family optometrists (ODs) […]

Eye doctors and patients across the globe are on high alert with a very important question that’s seemingly never broken ground before: “Are my eyedrops safe?” This post will cover drop composition, use, safety, and […]

Myopia and Nature vs Nurture: The Great Debate! Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error that causes distant objects to appear blurry. It is a condition that affects approximately one-third of the global […]

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affect virtually everyone if you live long enough. Typically it’s in our 60s and 70s when we notice more glare, blur, difficulty reading road signs, but often times […]

LASIK surgery is a popular option for people with vision problems who want to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses or contacts. What we need to realize is that there are several predictable changes […]