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Disease Management Spotlight: Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is a common degenerative condition of the retina that can progress and affect central vision. There are two main forms of AMD: dry macular degeneration, the more common form (85-90%), and wet macular degeneration (10-15%). Wet macular degeneration...

Top 5 Q&A: Cataract Surgery

Top 5 Q&A: Cataract Surgery Part 2 – Life After Surgery By: Brian Ki  How long will I need to use drops after cataract surgery? Typically, every patient will be on medicated eye drops for at least one month after surgery. This will be a combination of...

Top 5 Q&A: Pterygium

By Rachel Murphy What is a pterygium? A pterygium is a wedge-shaped bump on the white part of the eye (the sclera) that can invade the cornea. It is sometimes called “surfer’s eye.” Pterygia are benign growths meaning they are not cancerous. They are...

Top 5 Q&A: Dry Eye Disease

By: Kellen Robertson How do I know if I have Dry Eye Disease? Dry Eye Disease (DED), also known as Ocular Surface Disease (OSD), has many signs and symptoms. Dry Eye Disease is a chronic and progressive disease. Symptoms you may experience include: dryness,...

Top 5 Q&A: Glaucoma

By: Kellen Robertson What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is defined as progressive damage to the optic nerve head, the connection between your eyes and brain. In early glaucoma there are no obvious symptoms, making it critical for regular eye exams. One of the first signs of...