Lid Lift
Author: John G. Yassin, M.D., See Clearly Vision Many people begin to notice an increase in ‘extra’ skin in the upper and lower brow areas of the eye. This change will cause the appearance of droopy or puffy eyelids. It can be the result of aging or may be hereditary in its nature. Allergies and… Read More
Medical Uses of Contact Lenses
Author: Christine B. Wisecarver, O.D., See Clearly Vision As Contact Lens Specialists, we are often asked to fit our patients with contact lenses beyond the basic disposable contact lenses for distance vision. Intermediate and near vision have become a tremendous priority for contact lens patients over the age of 40. Monovision correction (one eye is… Read More
Editorial Contribution for Ocular Surgery News (OSN)
Dr. Rajesh Rajpal is an OSN Refractive Surgery Board Member. Ocular Surgery News is a popular bi-monthly publication aimed at sharing the most up-to-date information as it relates to ocular surgery. In the most recent edition of OSN, an article was published discussing a new way to measure corneal astigmatism. As an expert in the… Read More
Laser Procedures for Glaucoma
Author: Khoa D. Hoang, M.D., See Clearly Vision Currently, there are several types of laser procedures available to treat the various types of glaucoma. Based on the type of glaucoma, a corresponding laser treatment is indicated. Laser peripheral iridotomy is an effective way to treat a type of glaucoma called Anatomical Narrow Angle. It is… Read More
Children’s Vision: Computers & Hand Held Games
Author: Sushil Jain OD, MS, FCOVD, FAAO, See Clearly Vision Children can experience the same symptoms related to computer use as adults. In prior years computers were almost exclusively used by adults. Today, children increasingly use these devices both for education and recreation. Millions of children use these devices on a daily basis at school… Read More
National Consultant to Walter Reed
John G. Yassin, M.D., is pleased to continue his role as a National Consultant to the Walter Reed Ophthalmology Residency program. He is the longest serving consultant in this role which has included some of the most prestigious names in Ophthalmology. He presently serves as their consultant in Contact Lenses. This discipline is required by… Read More
Cataract Surgery: A Patient`s Perspective
Author: Christine Burris Wisecarver, O.D., See Clearly Vision Many doctors would agree that treating friends and family can be particularly stressful. Expectations are more stringent; complications are unacceptable. Recently, Dr. Rajpal performed cataract surgery on one of our employees, and I took the opportunity to interview Marti on her experiences. Dr. CBW: Marti, how did… Read More
Advances in Modern Cataract Surgery
Author: Rajesh K. Rajpal, M.D., See Clearly Vision Modern cataract surgery offers a variety of options that allow patients to function better visually than they ever have before. We now have lens implants that correct for astigmatism or even achieve multifocal vision after removing the cataract. The most important issues in deciding on the appropriate… Read More
Herpes Zoster
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus, or Shingles involving the eye, is a reactivation of the Chickenpox virus. When we contract Chickenpox as a child, the treatment provided will alleviate the acute symptoms. That virus, however, will remain in your system in a dormant or inactive state. Reactivation can occur later in life; the peak age is between… Read More
Vision Changes as We Age
Just like our body, our eyes and vision change over time. Aging changes in various parts of the eye can result in a number of noticeable differences in how well you see. While not everyone will experience the same level of symptoms at the same age, the following are common age-related vision changes that will… Read More
