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We now have a FREE cataract surgery guide.
The idea of having surgery on your eyes can be a bit scary. There are so many choices and we know you want to make all the right decisions for your vision. We’re here to help. Check out our new Cataract Surgery Guide. It will assist you in understanding your IOL choices, how to pick […]Read More >
Eyes can be a window into your overall health.
Q. My eye doctor told me I may have diabetes. Is it possible to know if I have diabetes with an eye exam? A. Yes, your eyes can be a window into your health. It’s not uncommon that our eye doctors at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region inform a patient of a health problem […]Read More >
FSA for Eye Care
Don’t Wait Until December 31 to Spend Your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Funds on Eye Care (USE IT OR LOSE IT) Now is the time to take advantage of using your FSA for your eye care needs. Schedule an eye exam today to ensure you stay on top of your eye health. Q: So what […]Read More >
About Chalazions
Q. I have a red, painless bump in my upper eyelid. Should I be worried? A. It sounds like you may have a chalazion. A chalazion, is a pea-like bump, in your eyelid caused by inflammation of one of the small oil-producing glands (meibomian glands) located in the upper and lower eyelids. When a chalazion […]Read More >
Why does my eye exam take so much time?
A. If your eye exam is taking more than an hour, you’re most likely having a dilated eye exam. During your dilated eye exam, both of your eyes will be inspected for any signs of vision problems and/or eye diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease and cataracts. The dilated eye exam is a […]Read More >
How to find the right cataract surgeon for you…
Q. Do you have any advice on how to find a good cataract surgeon? A. Here are a few tips on finding the right cataract surgeon for you… DO GET REFERRALS A great place to start your search is talking to your primary care doctor, family, and friends. Get recommendations and if they have had […]Read More >
All About Eyes: Ask an Ophthalmologist
By: Allen Zieker, M.D. Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Director of Cataract Surgery at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region Q. I was told I have cataracts, but I didn’t need surgery yet. How do I know when it’s time to have cataract surgery? A. Since cataracts take years to develop, most patients are totally unaware of […]Read More >
TECNIS Symfony Lens for all focal points: Cataract Surgery
Q. I have cataracts and will be scheduling surgery soon. Is there any way I can get rid of needing reading glasses? By: Allen Zieker, M.D. Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Director of Cataract Surgery at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region A. Due to new technology, patients have more options to decrease the need for reading […]Read More >
Type 2 Diabetes & Your Vision
All About Eyes…Ask an Ophthalmologist By: David Rabady, M.D. Ophthalmologist & Retina Specialist Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region Q. I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Will my eyesight be affected? A. Diabetes is a disease that affects all areas of your body—including your eyes. Eye care is especially important for people with […]Read More >
About Dry AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration)
Q. I was told I have dry AMD by my eye doctor. What is AMD? A. AMD is age-related macular degeneration. Although there are many types of macular degeneration, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is by far the most common type. AMD is a disease associated with aging that gradually destroys sharp central vision that is […]Read More >
