Allergic Conjunctivitis
Brian Hansel, O.D. Most people associate sneezing, runny nose, coughing, and hives as a reaction to some types of allergens. Surprisingly, to these sufferers when their eyes are involved, they are often experiencing allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic conjunctivitis is an inflammation (-itis) of the mucosal membrane called the conjunctiva. This surrounds the white part of the… Read More
A New Prescription Offers an Alternative to Reading Glasses
Misplaced Your Reading Glasses … Again? By: Nikhil Wagle, M.D. Presbyopia, or age-related blurry near vision, is a common, progressive condition that reduces the eye’s ability to focus on near objects and affects approximately 128 million Americans or nearly half of the U.S. adult population, usually over the age of 40. Presbyopia comes from the… Read More
Eye Surgeons Associates Welcomes ThucAnh Multerer, M.D., Retina Specialist
ThucAnh Multerer, M.D., Retina Specialist Dr. Multerer is a board-certified ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon. She received her pharmacy degree from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and her medical degree from Drexel College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, followed by a surgical… Read More
VUITY – Alternative Solution for Reading Glasses
Reading Glasses a Hassle? Eye Surgeons Associates is prescribing VUITY™ (pilocarpine HCI ophthalmic solution) 1.25%, the first and only FDA-approved eye drop, to treat age-related blurry near vision (Presbyopia). Presbyopia, or age-related blurry near vision, is a common, progressive condition that reduces the eye’s ability to focus on near objects and affects nearly half of… Read More
Give Your Valentine the Gift of LASIK!
Give your Valentine the unexpected gift of LASIK to eliminate or reduce the need for glasses. Present your loved one with a LASIK gift package, including a free consultation and surgery. You pay for the gift when surgery is scheduled. Give the gift of LASIK and leave the shopping and wrapping to Eye Surgeons. Call… Read More
A Patient’s Perspective On Intraocular Light Adjustable Lens (LAL)
Valerie, an Eye Surgeons Associates patient of Dr. Repp, shares her experience receiving the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) during her cataract procedure. What was your vision like before cataract surgery? I have worn glasses to help me see distances since 6th grade. For the last decade or so I noticed everything looked clouded, as if… Read More
Dry Eye Disease Treatment…Many More Options
By Michael Boehm, M.D. “I have to blink a lot while reading to clear my blurry vision.” Dry eyes can be uncomfortable, affect your quality of life and lead to permanent vision impairment. Because multiple ocular and medical factors are involved, a comprehensive eye examination with your ophthalmologist is recommended to discuss dry eye disease… Read More
New Tests for Dry Eye Disease Available
By Michael Boehm, M.D. “My eyes often burn, look red, and feel dry by the end of the day.” Have symptoms like these become a daily nuisance? According to research, over 16 million Americans have been diagnosed with dry eye disease. The risk of developing dry eye disease increases with age. And women are more… Read More
25% Off Glasses When You Donate Your Old Pair!
It’s good to give and receive! Donate your old glasses to the Lions Club at any ESA location and receive 25% off your new glasses. Schedule an appointment in optical today! Time for a new prescription, no worries, schedule an eye exam too! Plus, use up your FSA benefits by the end of the year!… Read More
Lashes that Aggravate the Eye
Dr. Peter Fries ~ Not all eyelashes grow correctly, and unusual eyelash growth can often be painful and irritating. Aberrant growth of eyelashes is defined as an abnormal direction in the growth of lashes. This eyelash growth usually extends toward the eyeball, causing irritation and redness, mucous production, and the feeling that something is constantly… Read More
