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The Power of Teamwork
“This is the place to be for eye care,” says Denny, an Eye Surgeons Associates patient for five years. Denny has both cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). He was first diagnosed with dry AMD in the right eye and wet AMD in the left and was referred to...
AMD Patients Have Choices
By Yasser Elshatory M.D., Ph.D. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common cause of vision loss in people 50 years and older. The single most important factor in determining who has this condition is age. A lot of progress has been made in the last 10 years in...
Living Well with Low Vision
By Dr. Anwi Etame Low vision describes levels of reduced vision that can result from many different ocular and neurologic disorders. Patients with low vision range from partially sighted to legally blind. More than two-thirds of patients with low vision are over 65....
Dangers of Soap Pods
Soap pods look like fun. Soap pods sure can look like toys to a 3-year-old. Parker liked to help her mom, Jill, with the laundry and came across a soap pod at home one evening. She squeezed it and the liquid soap burst into her eyes. Mom quickly washed her eyes out as...
Toys, games, and the eyes
By Dr. William Benevento As we’re immersed in the toy-buying season, it can be difficult to know what is safe and appropriate for different age groups. These guidelines can help you buy smart and keep eye safety top of mind. Baby toys Babies like toys that stimulate...
Safe Celebrations: Opening Champagne
By Dr. Michael Boehm Many people celebrate the holidays by popping open champagne or other bubbly beverages. A champagne cork can fly up to 50 mph as it leaves the bottle, so if a popping cork strikes an eye, the celebration can change into a tragedy. A flying...
Paying the Price for Beauty
By Dr. Anwi Etame This time of year there are parties galore for Christmas and New Years. Many ladies will glam it up by buying a new outfit, getting hair and nails done, and wearing a little more makeup than usual. But did you know that there are conditions known to...
Hit the Slopes in Bollẻ Snow Goggles
ESA carries the very stylish, state-of-the-art snow goggles designed by Bollẻ to protect your eyes while you ski, snowboard or enjoy your favorite outdoor winter activity. Bollẻ technology includes anti-fogging, triple layer face foam for a firm and comfortable fit,...
How to Avoid Screen Fatigue
It’s that time of year for shopping online or by phone, studying for finals or binging on your favorite holiday movies. All that time looking at a screen can cause your eyes to feel dry and tired. Use the 20/20/20 rule to give your eyes a break during long periods of...