Visx, Inc.

Visx, Inc. is the leading manufacturer of the excimer laser which produces the cool UV beam of light allowing refractive surgeons to reshape the corneal surface.  Approximately 75% of all laser vision procedures have been done using the Visx Laser.  This website will help educate those interested in having laser eye surgery.

Macular Degeneration Help Center

Macular Degeneration is the most common cause of irreversible vision loss in people over 60.  The macula is the central and most sensitive part of the retina.  Research has shown the negative effects of UV sunlight and the benefits of anti-oxidant treatment, especially lutein.  This website is a good resource regarding Macular Degeneration.

Surgical Eyes

Laser vision surgery is a viable option for treating certain types of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.  However, enthusiastic marketers have oversold the procedure to some.  We feel patients need to be fully informed about the risks, and whether or not they are good candidates.  Determining candidacy, in part, includes pupil size, existing medical conditions, curvature of the cornea, and degree of correction.  This website can help you become aware of the risks of laser surgery.  Educating yourself and working with us to decide whether to have laser surgery will minimize the risk associated with the procedure.

Prio

The focusing system uses sharp black on white edges to lock in. However, the computer display is made up of point of light known as pixels. This can result in a different position of focus creating computer vision eye strain. This website discusses the testing and problems associated with computer use.

Members can check their VSP insurance eligibility and benefit information.

This website provides easy access to comprehensive information on eye health and advice on different options for improving your vision, including eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses, and refractive surgery.

Creating a good ergonomic working arrangement is important to protecting your health. The following 10 tips are a brief summary of those things that most Ergonomists agree are important. If you follow the 10 tips they should help you to improve your working arrangement.

It is not only important that you get an accurate prescription for computer use, but also that you are using sound ergonomic principles to reduce strain.

We have had considerable success minimizing the discomfort of Dry Eyes, especially with contact lens wearers, using Punctal Occlusion.  The punctae are the small openings of  the drainage ducts on the lid margins.  By occluding the punctae we have been able to prevent tear-loss, thereby increasing tear-film volume and thus decreasing surface drying of the eyes.

Keratoconus is one of the few conditions where contact lenses are a medical necessity. It is characterized by symptoms of visual distortion, corneal irregularity and progressive corneal scarring. Keratoconic lenses improve vision by masking the distorted areas of and creating a smooth surface over the cornea, providing for optimal visual acuity. This website is committed to educating patients about keratoconus and keeping them updated about new research and treatments.