I came across an interesting article published in the International Journal of Ophthalmology.  This study was conducted in 2012-2013 involving patients with superglue injuries to the eyes.  I know what you are thinking, and yes, folks, it happens more often than you think. In the study, 105 patients (56 men and 49 women ranging from…[Read more]

My work day is probably similar to most of yours.  I have good days and bad days.  I have days that are challenging, like the landscaper who had a small thorn on the back side of his upper eyelid (which I successfully removed).  Or the patient last week who had a vitreous hemorrhage (the inside…[Read more]

A recent poll conducted by AllAboutVision.com of more than 66,000 responses indicated that the most attractive eye color is…….green.  In second place was light blue, and third place was hazel.  Those of us (thanks mom and dad) with green eyes are relatively rare, with a worldwide prevalence of somewhere between 2-15%. So how does one get…[Read more]

Lutein (L) and zeaxanthin (Z) are nutrients found in deep-colored vegetables such as spinach, kale, corn, and red bell peppers.  In the eye, L and Z are found in high concentrations in the area of the retina that is most critical for our vision called the macula. Usually, when discussing L and Z, it is…[Read more]

Some days I really love my job. Sure, there is a lot of satisfaction in solving patients’ problems or offering advice. But that can happen with any job. Certain days are more rewarding than others, not because of clinical challenges, but because of the social interaction between myself and my patients. Sometimes, greeting a patient with a…[Read more]

See Ya Later, Alligator “Say goodbye to eyeglasses, contact lenses, and even your eye doctor” was the promise I received last month when I opened up an email entitled “Restore My Vision Today”. In the interest of science as well as serving my patients, I decided to watch the 30-minute video with an open mind….[Read more]

Blue Light We have known for many years about the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) light. UV light is a leading cause of skin cancer and is a risk factor for eye conditions such as cataracts and macular degeneration. However, it seems that the hot topic in eye care these days is the damaging effects of…[Read more]

I am a big fan of the Olympics, especially the Winter Olympics.  But when I started watching on opening night, I was wondering:  1) who told Bob Costas he looks good with his new glasses;  2) what in the world was wrong with his left eye, and;  3) how could NBC let him go on…[Read more]

Let’s think back to biology class to discuss one of the greatest feats in exploration history—an international research effort to map all of the genes of Homo sapiens and give us the ability to read the genetic blueprint for building a human being.  It is called the Human Genome Project. First, a brief history.  Just…[Read more]

A few weeks ago, my wife did what every parent does this time of year- she took our kids shopping for school supplies they will need for the upcoming school year. Clear, comfortable vision is just as important to learning as having the correct textbooks, colored pencils, and calculators. Reading, writing, and computer work are among…[Read more]