Cataracts are extremely common in the United States, affecting over 24.4 million adults past the age of 40, according to Prevent Blindness America. In the US, cataracts were once considered the leading cause of vision loss, but with modern medical technology, treatment options are broader than ever. Still, many people don’t have a full understanding of […]
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At The Eye Associates, our mission is to provide the latest technology to our patients to treat a wide variety of eye diseases. We believe that offering advanced treatments for common eye problems is one of the keys to effective eye care. With those priorities in mind, we’re proud to offer the iStent® inject® Trabecular […]
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The arrival of our newest addition to the Eye Centers of Florida team, Carmen J. Wilson, M.D., is being recognized by two different Florida publications! We are so glad to add Dr. Wilson’s dynamic experience to the staff. Dr. Wilson was recognized by Business Observer and Florida Trend, with both news listings highlighting her multiple […]
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The Eye Associates is proud to announce that we carry readers that are sunglasses in our optical shops. These include the new Costa Del Mar C-Mates®! These stylish shades combine the close-up vision boost of readers in a UV-protective package, perfect for fisherman, gardeners, and all manner of outdoor workers and hobbyists. Reading sunglasses come […]
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Florida is known for year-round sun, but in the summer, that sun can be especially hard on the eyes. Since July is UV Safety Month, the whole team here at The Eye Associates would like to educate patients who want to know more about UV radiation from the sun, why it’s dangerous, and what you […]
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The word is getting out about our new physician, Dr. Carmen Wilson! She was featured in a recent weekly email sent by Gulfshore Business Daily.
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It is estimated that 33 million Americans have some form of Dry Eye Disease. Tears are more than a means of expressing sadness and joy. They are an essential part of maintaining healthy eyes and good vision. When tears are functioning well, we don’t even think about them. But when they aren’t, we begin to […]
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Each year, we partner with the local Lions Club to urge our patients to donate old and unwanted prescription eyewear so that people who couldn’t afford them normally would have access to a free pair. We’re pleased to report that our partnership with the Lions Club, which we call “Lions Recycle for Sight”, has been […]
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The amount of time parents spend worrying about their children’s interactions with screens and electronics per day is certainly nothing new: there has been concern for years about cell phones, video games, TV screens, computer usage and more, but today, it seems to be more urgent than ever before. This is because a wide variety […]
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You may have heard about blue light blocking glasses, the newest trend in eyewear. These glasses are sold with or without prescription lenses and are intended to soften harsh blue light that can cause eye strain, lack of sleep, and other issues with prolonged exposure. But what is blue light? Is it as harmful as […]
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