Check One Off the New Year’s Resolution List
How Often Should You Get Your Eyes Examined? John Frederick, M.D. While many New Year’s resolutions don’t get fulfilled, there is one you should commit to getting done. Get your eyes examined, especially if you can’t remember your last exam. Which begs the next question, how often do you need an eye exam? Patients often… 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
Alleviate Digital Eye Strain
Digital Eye Strain By Scott Baldwin, O.D. One of the hallmarks of life in the 21st century is our dependence on and accessibility to technology, which COVID has increased exponentially. We’re doing everything online – jobs, classes, entertainment, even socializing. Devices are used many hours a day. While technology has been a blessing, it also… Read More
Toys, Games and the Eyes: Tips to Keep Kids Safe this Holiday Season
Toys, games and the eyes: Tips to keep kids safe this holiday season BY DR. WILLIAM BENEVENTO As we’re immersed in the season of toy buying, here are a few safety tips to keep in mind. These guidelines are not absolute; the best toy for a child also takes into account their individual interests, abilities… Read More
Introducing Dr. Kloft, O.D.
Eye Surgeons Associates is pleased to introduce Sara Kloft, O.D. Originally from Dubuque, Dr. Kloft graduated from Coe College in Cedar Rapids with a BA in Biology with a collateral in neuroscience and a chemistry and history minor. She attended Illinois College of Optometry where she graduated with clinical honors as a Doctor of Optometry… Read More
ESA adds Telemedicine in our Continuing Efforts to Serve Patients
Eye Surgeons is pleased to provide telemedicine services to expand access of care for our patients. We are dedicated to assisting patients with chronic eye disease or other urgent eye issues. As we navigate the COVID-19 situation, it is vital ESA implement the safest possible measures and minimize unnecessary exposure to patients and staff. It’s… Read More
Dry Eye Disease Can Get Worse in the Winter
By Michael Boehm, M.D. “My eyes often burn, look red, and feel dry by the end of the day.” “I have to blink a lot while reading to clear my blurry vision.” Have symptoms like these become a daily nuisance? Like millions of other patients, you may suffer from dry eye disease. Our tears maintain… Read More
