Recent Cataracts News
Astigmatism Correction During Cataract Surgery
Allen W. Zieker Board-Certified Ophthalmologist & Cataract Surgeon at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region Q. I have an astigmatism and need cataract surgery. Can my astigmatism be corrected during surgery? A. Astigmatism is when your cornea is shaped more like a football than a basketball. Many patients don’t know they even have astigmatism since […]Read More >
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 >
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 >
Possible Cataract Surgery Complications
Before we discuss the possible complications that could happen with cataract surgery, it’s important to stress that the possibility of serious complications developing as a result of cataract surgery is very low. In fact, fewer than 5 out of 100 people have complications from cataract surgery that could threaten their sight or require further surgery. […]Read More >
Why do I need a dilated eye exam?
All About Eyes: Ask an Optometrist By Judith Archibold, O.D. You might think that because your vision is fine your eyes are, therefore, also healthy. But visiting your eye doctor for a comprehensive dilated eye exam is the only way to be absolutely certain. During your dilated eye exam both of your eyes will be […]Read More >
Cataract Surgery Recovery Time
We understand that cataract surgery can be a bit on the scary side. Nobody loves the idea of eye surgery. However, it’s important to keep in mind that cataract surgery is the most common elective surgery performed in the United States. In 2015 an estimated, 3.6 million cataract procedures were performed in the United States […]Read More >
