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April: Women’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month April is a month dedicated to raising awareness about an often overlooked aspect of women’s health—eye health and safety. As we celebrate Women’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month, it’s an excellent time to highlight the importance of eye care for women and encourage them to prioritize […]

Love Through the Eyes: A Special Valentine’s Day Edition As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s a perfect time to celebrate not just the love in our hearts but the way we see and experience the world around us—especially the people we care about. Today, we’re diving into how our eyes play a crucial role in the

Understanding Dry Eyes and Why You Should See Your Optometrist for Treatment Dry eyes are a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet many don’t realize how much it can impact daily life. From discomfort to vision issues, the symptoms of dry eyes can vary widely, making it important to seek professional help

As summer winds down and the school year ramps up, September brings a fresh opportunity to shine a light on an often-overlooked aspect of athletic safety: eye protection. September is officially recognized as Eye Safety in Sports Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of safeguarding our vision while playing sports. Eye

Glaucoma is the number one leading cause of vision loss that is irreversible and the second overall leading cause of blindness in the world.  This “sneak thief of sight” disease is vision loss due to damage to the optic nerve and starts with gradual vision loss in the periphery, so many people don’t even notice

Halloween is a super fun time of year for a lot of people.  We spend time planning our perfect costume for trick or treating and Halloween carnivals.  One crucial part to some costumes is the perfect spooky eyes.  Many people want to get the contact lens that make the eye look like a zombie, werewolf

Often we get so busy at work that we forget to take all safety precautions.  Eye injuries are the most common type of injury at work.  Lets look at some causes for eye injuries:  Chemical splashes, impact injuries from tools, foreign objects in the eye, welding burns, blood splashes and exposure to radiation.  Some injuries

Welcome to my blog! Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in optometry. I believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to achieving healthy, fully functional