Are there different types of cataracts?
Yes, there are different types of cataracts. Although most cataracts are related to aging, there are other types of cataracts.
How are neuro-ophthalmic diseases diagnosed?
Our ophthalmology specialists conduct comprehensive evaluations and diagnoses of neurological and systemic diseases that affect the eyes.
What is low vision?
Low vision means that even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery, people find everyday tasks difficult to do—eyeglasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery may not help.
What is diabetic eye disease?
Diabetic retinopathy is the most common diabetic eye disease. Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels in the light-sensitive tissue called the retina that lines the back of the eye.
What is the cornea?
The cornea is the eye’s outermost layer. It is the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. It plays an important role in focusing your vision.
Another birthday? How’s your vision?
As we age, some decline in our senses is expected. Eyesight is often one of the first senses affected by aging. It’s important to learn what's normal for aging eyes and what may be a sign of disease.
Things to know and remember about Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration, or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in Americans 60 and older. It is a disease that destroys your sharp, central vision.
Cataracts at a Glance: What you should know
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in older people. By age 80, most Americans have had a cataract.
What is Laser Vision Correction?
Refractive error results from a flaw in the shape of the eye that causes images to be improperly focused on the retina, and the result is blurry vision.
Normal Age-Related Vision Changes
Not all declines in vision quality are the result of disease; certain anatomical changes naturally occur as the eyes age. The various internal and external structures of the eyes, begin to wear down.
What is a glaucoma?
Glaucoma is commonly referred to as the silent thief of sight and is one of the leading causes of preventable blindness worldwide. It affects over 3 million Americans and 70 million people around the world.
Can I have LASIK?
LASIK can be “game-changing” for a lot of people. Importantly, though, there are no “cookie-cutter” solutions here, no “one size fits all.” Every patient is different. And every patient’s situation is unique.
