Vision Care

Checklist for better vision and eye health

By Nichole Baxter Use this checklist to help maintain (or maybe improve) your vision and eye health throughout the year. Tips are...

Buying kids' sunglasses? Here's what to look for

By Erinn Morgan; reviewed by Gary Heiting, OD Do children need sunglasses? Yes, they absolutely do. Damage to eyes from exposure to the...

The ABCs of Sunglasses Protection

When you’re looking for a new pair of sunglasses, style is very important. Are you a fan of Ray Ban? Buy Maui Jim on a whim? Whatever...

Are your eyes sensitive to light? You may have photophobia.

Photophobia, or light sensitivity, is an intolerance of light. Sources such as sunlight, fluorescent light and incandescent light all can...

Doctors of optometry play essential and ongoing role in ensuring the health of you and your family

We diagnose, treat and help prevent diseases and disorders affecting the visual system, the eye and related structures. We also assist in...

Summer eye care

The summer can take its toll on our eyes, whether it comes in the form of hay fever, chlorine in swimming pools or simply increased...

Macular Degeneration

What is Macular Degeneration? Macular Degeneration is a medical condition often associated with aging (also referred to as “age-related...

Using Flaxseed Oil and Fish Oil to Relieve Dry Eye

Flaxseed oil and fish oil contain important dietary fatty acids that have multiple health benefits, including prevention or treatment of...

Can you prevent myopia (nearsightedness) progression?

Nearsightedness, or myopia, is the most common refractive error of the eye, and it has become more prevalent in recent years. In fact, a...