When it comes to maintaining the health of our eyes conditions such as cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetes frequently receive the most attention. What most people overlook is that… read more
Recently I have had a number of patients referred to me by their neurologist for treatment of their visual loss from pseudotumor cerebri. The first question that many of the… read more
Watering eye (epiphora or tearing) can be an extremely annoying problem. Constant overflow of the tears onto the face can cause breakdown of the skin resulting in irritation and even… read more
Dr. Carlos Martinez specializes in correcting vision problems using laser surgery. He has made several trips to Central America to donate his time, skill and technology to some of the… read more
These are exciting times in the field of ophthalmology. Many new technological advancements and improvements to existing technologies make the future of eye care and eye surgery exciting for both… read more
What is Botox? Every week in practice a new evolution comes to me. This week I was stunned by the number of patients that have came in for Botox treatment… read more
American Board of Ophthalmology-Board Certification In a recent article in 2009 Ahmed K, et al wrote “increasingly there is a demand for professional accountability through re-certification because of concerns about… read more
I can’t see up close- Presbyopia Presbyopia will affect every person. No one can escape it but, don’t despair just yet. It usually affects people above 40. It is the… read more
Having LASIK is an exciting and important decision that can offer you a level of newfound freedom and the ability to live your life in a whole new way with… read more
Why put off to tomorrow what you can do today? Regain your youthful vision now, so you can enjoy it that much longer. Cataract surgery has an excellent track record… read more
Graves’ disease and the associated eye changes (thyroid related eye disease – TED) can be frustrating for affected patients. The eye symptoms usually occur around the the same time as… read more
Several articles have recently been published that support the conclusion that, in the year 2011, you are better off with all laser LASIK than with LASIK using a microkeratome. 1-5… read more
