Surprising Benefits of Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are a common cause of poor eyesight as we age. One in every four older Americans has them. Removing cataracts has an obvious benefit: restoring clear vision. But did you know cataract surgery has other benefits not related to the eyes.During the procedure, an ophthalmologist replaces the eye's cloudy lens with a ...
7 Simple Ways to Relieve Eye Strain
In today’s digital world, we spend more time than ever staring at screens—computers, smartphones, tablets, and TVs. While technology has made life easier, it has also increased the risk of digital eye strain (also known as computer vision syndrome). Symptoms like dry eyes, headaches, blurred vision, and eye fatigue ...
Sitting Down With… Gary Barth
Gary Barth discusses his long-term humanitarian work in conflict zones and remote areas of the world. How and why did you become an ophthalmologist? I spent my junior year in college in India, where I saw so much blindness. Later, I worked as a general physician with ...
Ditch the Glasses for Good: Why RLE is the Ultimate Vision Solution
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) is an innovative approach to vision enhancement, diverging from the conventional path of corneal surgeries like LASIK or PRK. Unlike these corneal procedures, RLE is a lens replacement surgery that bears resemblance to cataract surgery. The essence of RLE lies in the replacement ...
Recent Advances in Dry Eye Treatment: Understanding and Managing the Condition
Dry eye, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a common condition where the eyes feel dry, scratchy, or irritated. It affects a lot of people, especially those who spend long hours on screens, wear contact lenses, or are older. Despite its common occurrence, many people don't recognize ...
Can Ozempic Affect Eye Health? Here’s What Ophthalmologists Want You to Know
Ozempic (semaglutide) has gained widespread attention as a treatment for type 2 diabetes and, more recently, for weight loss. Its popularity has surged due to its effectiveness in helping patients control blood sugar levels and reduce body weight. However, with the increasing use of Ozempic, there has been ...