Is an Optometrist an Eye Doctor?
An optometrist is an eye doctor who has earned the Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree. Optometrists are independent, primary health care providers who examine, diagnose,
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Cutting Through the Cloud of Laser Cataract Surgery
Which is better: traditional cataract surgery or laser cataract surgery? Dr. Michael Pennachio sorts through the facts in this blog. Read on! “Femtosecond laser-assisted
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Ophthalmologist
When it comes to eye care, the most trained and skilled professionals in the field are ophthalmologists. An ophthalmologist is a physician, either a doctor
Read MoreCauses of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions which result in vision loss. The back of your eye continuously makes a clear fluid called aqueous humor.
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Eye Exams for Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that profoundly affects many areas of the body, including the eyes. In fact, diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among
Read MoreContact Lenses for Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common eye condition that results in blurred vision. It is caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or abnormalities in the
Read MoreIs Glaucoma Hereditary?
Glaucoma is a term used for a group of diseases that irreversibly damage the optic nerve, potentially causing vision loss and blindness. Commonly thought to
Read MoreGlaucoma Definition
Glaucoma is defined as a group of eye diseases characterized by damage to the optic nerve usually due to excessively high intraocular pressure (IOP). This
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What is a Toric Contact Lens?
Toric contact lenses are designed for people with astigmatism. Toric contact lenses correct for astigmatism issues that arise from a different curvature of the cornea
Read MoreEye Glass Prescriptions – Part Two
Cylinder (CYL). This indicates the amount of lens power for astigmatism and represents the difference in the greatest power of the eye and weakest power
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