June is Cataract Awareness Month!
Posted by: Eye Specialists of Mid Florida in Blog, News and Events
Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which cause cloudy, blurry, or dim vision and often develop with advancing age. This June, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing information everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone grows older, the natural lenses […]
Read MoreThe Eye Condition You Probably Never Heard Of: Keratoconus
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By: Giselle Sankar, O.D. Picture looking through a clear glass window that has slowly started to bend or warp. That once clear view has now become blurry and extremely distorted. In simple terms, this describes what individuals diagnosed with keratoconus experience. Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that causes thinning of the cornea. The cornea […]
Read MoreWhy examine a 20/20 eye?
Posted by: Eye Specialists of Mid Florida in Blog, News and Events
Thomas Hegland, O.D. I have friends and strangers state, “I have perfect 20/20 vision without glasses or contacts, why do I need a regular eye exam?” Our exams can discover other issues besides the condition of your vision. Beginning, from front to back, with the eyelids. Florida sunshine can have a very detrimental effect on […]
Read MoreApril is Sports Eye Safety Month – Protect Your Vision on the Field & Court
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By the Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida Eye Care Team Did you know that 30,000 people are treated for sports-related eye injuries each year? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, these injuries are becoming more common, making eye protection more important than ever. Which Sports Cause the Most Eye Injuries?While many sports pose a risk, […]
Read MoreWarning! Certain eye drops could cause more harm than good!
Posted by: Eye Specialists of Mid Florida in Blog, News and Events
Bill Corkins, O.D. When the FDA approves eye drops, the drops are required to have a preservative added. Most people think a preservative makes the eye drops last longer, which it does not. If I am instilling an eye drop in my eye and I accidentally touch the tip of the bottle to my eyelashes, […]
Read MoreWe have exciting news!
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BIG NEWS! We are beyond excited to announce that we are one of the TOP 3 FINALISTS for the 2024 Eyecare Practice of the Year in North America in the Transitions Innovation Awards! Our team is absolutely ecstatic, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and dedication that got us here! Check out […]
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