Diabetic Eye Disease

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Written by: Kelly McLain, O.D.Board Certified Optometric Physician Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye conditions that can affect those with diabetes. These eye conditions can include diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and glaucoma. Those with Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes are all at risk for developing diabetic eye disease and this risk increases […]

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Halloween Safety

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Written by Catherine Borgeson, O.D.Board Certified Optometric Physician October means a time for frightening fun, colorful costumes, and trick or treating; just don’t let eye problems haunt you afterwards! Follow these ghoulish guidelines to stay safe this Halloween. Contact lenses can add extra spookiness to your costume, but they can easily cause eye infections, irritation, and […]

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Healthy Aging

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Written by Terrance Hafner, O.D.Board Certified Optometric Physician September is Healthy Aging Month, and as we focus on ways to improve our overall health, we must not neglect the health of our eyes.  It is a fact that the risk of eye disease and vision loss increases as we age.  Here are a few simple […]

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Child Eye Health and Safety

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Written by David Burry, O.D.Board Certified Optometric Physician August has arrived and a new school year is about to begin!  In addition to immunizations and school orientations, it is highly recommended your child receive an eye examination before going back to school.  As part of Child Eye Health and Safety Month, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida […]

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