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What should I know about cataract surgery?
Cataracts are the clouding of the eye’s natural lenses and along with gray hair and wrinkles—cataracts are part of the inevitable aging process. According to American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), close to 25.7 million Americans over age 40 have cataracts and the number is projected to increase to 45.6 million by 2050. In fact, cataract surgery, is […]Read More >
Summer Time Eye Care
June 21st marked the official start of summer and we’d like to remind you about the importance of eye health and safety during the summer months. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you spend the summer enjoying the sun, vacationing, and spending time with family and friends: Protect your eyes June is National […]Read More >
High Pollen Levels Linked to Dry Eye Syndrome
If during springtime you notice your eyes are burning and irritated and/or have blurry vision—you just might have dry eye syndrome. A new study published in the April, 2015 journal Ophthalmology found a correlation between dry eye and spring. The researchers analyzed 3.4 million visits to Veterans Affairs eye clinics nationwide between 2006 and 2011. […]Read More >
About Epiretinal Membranes
Most of the eye’s interior is filled with vitreous, a gel-like substance containing millions of fibers attached to the surface of the retina (the back of the eye.) As we age, the vitreous can slowly shrink and pull away from the retina. Sometimes when the vitreous pulls away there is microscopic damage to the retina’s […]Read More >
Hip Fractures Less Likely After Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery can decrease hip fractures A recent national study found that when seniors have cataract surgery not only is their vision improved, but they also lower their risk of falling and breaking a hip. People in their 80s and those who have serious illnesses like heart disease are most likely to benefit: the research […]Read More >
Eyes And Aging
As You Age, Make Vision A Health Priority As you age, it is normal to notice changes in your vision. Vision changes can make it difficult to perform everyday activities, such as reading, walking safely,taking medications, performing self-care and household tasks, and driving. Some changes are normal. These changes include the following: • Losing focus, […]Read More >
March is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people 50 years or older in the United States. According to the National Eye Institute, AMD affects more than 2.1 million Americans. As our population ages, and the “baby boomers” advance into their 60’s and 70’s, the National Eye Institute estimates 3.7 million […]Read More >
What is Low Vision?
Low vision means that even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medicine or surgery, you may find it challenging to see and perform your daily tasks. People age 65 and older, as well as African Americans and Hispanics over age 45, are at higher risk of having low vision from AMD, diabetes retinopathy, or glaucoma. There […]Read More >
Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery, A New Era in Cataract Surgery.
Catalys™ Laser System Now At Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region Cataract surgery is very successful in restoring vision. In fact, it is the most frequently performed surgery in the United States; more than 1.6 million cataract surgeries are done each year. For decades, cataract surgery, including the first incisions and the breakup and removal of the […]Read More >
Make Your Vision a New Year’s Resolution
We’ve all made New Year’s resolutions—plans to work-out more, eat less junk food, get organized or save more money. This year, why not make a resolution that will keep you seeing all the good things in life for years to come—TAKING CARE OF YOUR EYES. Plan ahead Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) can save patients up […]Read More >
