Mar 19, 2023
Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and...
Mar 09, 2023
Blurry vision over age 40? Skip the reading glasses. Find out why multifocal contact lenses are ideal for presbyopia.
Feb 28, 2023
The struggle against dry eye every winter is real. Fortunately there are eye treatments and home remedies to relieve symptoms....
Feb 26, 2023
Having an autoimmune disease like Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus can affect your tear production and eye health.
Jan 29, 2023
This special test that eye doctors use to take pictures of the inside of your eyes is usually done in the doctor's office; it's painless...
Jan 24, 2023
Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Coastal Vision to schedule your appointment.
Jan 13, 2023
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma affects between 3 and 4 million Americans and is the number two cause of preventable blindness worldwide. About...
Jan 12, 2023
Is your toddler blinking more frequently? Here are some potential reasons why.
Dec 27, 2022
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of permanent vision loss in people over the age of 60. The earlier the diagnosis, the better...
Dec 08, 2022
Your eye experts at Coastal Vision have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know...
Dec 01, 2022
Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take...
Nov 15, 2022
Eye exams aren't just important for your eye health. They can often reveal serious problems with your general health. Read on to learn how an eye exam...
Nov 09, 2022
Legendary British actor Dame Judi Dench has recently revealed how macular degeneration impacts her life. With such a high-profile case in the news people have...
Oct 26, 2022
Many scientific studies have confirmed that exposure to various things in the environment can negatively affect our eye health and vision. Read on to learn...
Oct 19, 2022
It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...
Sep 29, 2022
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe...
Sep 28, 2022
Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...
Sep 11, 2022
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...
Sep 05, 2022
Everyone's heard the adage that "the eyes are the window to the soul." But did you know that they can also be a primary window...
Aug 31, 2022
Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Coastal Vision without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these...
Aug 26, 2022
An individual's eyes can reveal a lot about them, including their mood, feelings, and even emotions. By simply looking at them, eyes can convey a...
Aug 15, 2022
Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...
Jul 27, 2022
Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...
Jul 26, 2022
Adjustable eyeglasses are an affordable non-prescription alternative to prescription eyeglasses or for the correction of minor refractive errors such as presbyopia, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia...
Jul 19, 2022
While we all know that drinking alcohol can harm our bodies, what does it do specifically to our eyes? Short-term exposure to alcohol can alter vision,...
Jul 17, 2022
Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...
Jun 27, 2022
Are you one of those people who tried contacts in the past, but had no luck? Perhaps you found them dry and uncomfortable, or your...
Jun 27, 2022
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Jun 20, 2022
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
May 29, 2022
Working at home has many benefits, but it can also trigger computer-related eye strain. Here are some proven ways to reduce digital eye strain, whether...
May 26, 2022
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is about more than just poor eyesight. It can also pose a long-term threat to your kid’s vision and eye health.
May 16, 2022
At some point in our lives, we've all had our eyes examined using an eye chart – whether during a school screening or at the...
May 02, 2022
Bloodshot eyes can be harmless, but may also be a sign of an underlying eye condition.
Apr 12, 2022
Cosmetic procedures have been prominent for both women and men for years. While the popularity of certain procedures tends to decrease and incline in waves,...
Mar 15, 2022
Hey, allergy season. Welcome back to the time of year when everyone blames almost every distress on allergies! Let us help set the record straight...
Feb 14, 2022
Putting makeup on is fun! It can also be considered one of the most relaxing and satisfying parts of getting ready... If it is being...
Jan 28, 2022
White eyes have just about the same cosmetic priority as white teeth or unblemished skin. In fact, several surveys reveal that about 30% of people...
Jan 06, 2022
Your children's vision is their primary window into the world around them. Keeping their eyesight healthy is an important part of allowing them to experience...
Dec 28, 2021
Did you know that pregnancy hormones can affect your vision? Read on to learn about the possible visual changes that some women may experience while...
Dec 06, 2021
For many children, learning via a digital device has become routine, and their eyes are paying the price. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize digital...
Nov 25, 2021
Creating healthy living habits is a great way to preserve your vision throughout your lifetime. These can help keep your eyes healthy and your vision...
Nov 01, 2021
If you've noticed that your vision turns hazy after enjoying a meal, you may have an early stage of diabetes mellitus. Here's how your optometrist...
Oct 11, 2021
Eye care is just as important for children as it is for adults. The sooner you teach your children how to care for their eyes,...
Oct 07, 2021
When the emergency is related to your eyes, consider a trip to your optometrist's office instead of the ER. Here's why.
Oct 06, 2021
Eye Care Emergencies to take directly to the Optometry Office ASAP When a health crisis occurs, it is common to consider a visit to the...
Oct 05, 2021
Do your eyes become irritated and itchy when you wear contact lenses? Could be dry eye syndrome, allergies or the contact lenses themselves. Read on...
Sep 29, 2021
Mosquito bites are annoying but on the eyelid they can be particularly uncomfortable and even impact your vision. Find out what you can do to...
Aug 31, 2021
Fall is a great time of year, but the accompanying allergens: not so much. Let’s talk causes, effects, & solutions of allergies, & how they...
Aug 30, 2021
Seasons changing are often something to look forward to. Especially when the chill of winter is conquered by the warmth of spring, and the swelter...
Aug 15, 2021
As we age our eyes start to change, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle with declining vision. Find out what you can do...
Aug 10, 2021
Although COVID is still present in our lives, we are slowly returning to a semi-normal life. With so many disruptions this past year, the one...
Jul 29, 2021
If you wear contact lenses, you likely appreciate the freedom it provides. But did you know that wearing contact lenses in water or while sleeping...
Jul 28, 2021
There are several ways to combat presbyopia, and the good news is, your optometrist can help!
Jul 27, 2021
Through each stage of life, from infancy through adulthood, your eyes and visual needs will change. One of those changes, and arguably the largest and most frustrating,...
Jul 20, 2021
Choosing the right eye drops to relieve dry eye syndrome can be a real challenge, as there are several brands and products on the market....
Jun 17, 2021
More and more children are being diagnosed with myopia, a common refractive error associated with developing serious eye diseases later in life, such as macular...
Jun 09, 2021
June brings with it, not only the first day of summer, but also National Sunglasses Day (6/27). In keeping with these two annual milestones, let’s...
Jun 08, 2021
June brings with it, not only the first day of summer, but also National Sunglasses Day.
May 25, 2021
What does that mean for you? It means that now is the time to schedule a comprehensive eye exam. While these are one of the exams...
May 25, 2021
Dilated eye exams make it possible for eye doctors to better assess your eye health and are the only way to detect certain eye diseases.
May 20, 2021
What does that mean for you? It means that now is the time to schedule a comprehensive eye exam. Find out why.
May 20, 2021
Multifocal contact lenses can help people with presbyopia (age-related farsightedness) see clearly, whether focusing on close or distant objects.
Apr 28, 2021
Ever wonder why rock superstar Bono wears sunglasses, even when indoors? It's not due to his "look", but rather is related to managing his glaucoma.
Apr 06, 2021
Eye herpes can cause several uncomfortable symptoms and recurring flare-ups. In extreme cases, it can lead to blindness. Discover how your eye doctor can help.
Mar 22, 2021
Many factors contribute to vision loss, some of which may even be relevant to you. Read on to learn what puts a person at risk...
Mar 14, 2021
Sleep apnea is associated with high blood pressure and heart failure; it also causes eye-related issues. Find out how your eye condition may be linked...
Feb 25, 2021
Glare is that annoying bright light that causes you to squint. It also can cause eye strain when using your computer. Luckily, anti-glare coated glasses...
Feb 15, 2021
Night blindness is not an eye disease. It’s a symptom of several conditions that can range from mild to severe. Learn more about night blindness...
Jan 27, 2021
It may surprise you to learn that contact lenses can be safely worn by children aged 8 and over. Read on to learn more about...
Jan 13, 2021
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases causing damage to the optic nerve that can lead to vision loss or blindness. While there is a...
Nov 05, 2020
Nearly every day we are reminded of the ongoing challenges of living in a pandemic. Jobs, health, lives, education are just some of the areas...
Sep 09, 2020
In times such as these, we can choose to focus on the positive or negative. Some may argue there’s not a lot that is positive...
Apr 17, 2020
(Coastal Vision is pleased to present this guest post by Dr. Elizabeth Yeu, surgeon at Virginia Eye Consultants. ) Our world today, in so many...
Apr 10, 2020
It's well established that many common medications can cause eye and vision symptoms. In this article we'll be going through some of the ocular side...
Apr 01, 2020
Are your eyes constantly red? Do people always ask you why you always look like you have been crying? Redness and puffiness around the eyes...
Apr 01, 2020
It goes without saying that health and vision go hand in hand. But, it may be surprising for some to learn that eye allergies in...
Apr 01, 2020
Along with spring comes the dreaded spring time allergy season. Spring marks the blooming of flowers, grasses, and other plants which all release pollen into...
Nov 10, 2019
Eyes may be our profession, but hearts are in focus at Coastal Vision. Community outreach, as well as in-office pro bono eye care are...
Oct 17, 2019
Blue light from digital screens is here to stay. That's important for adults and children alike. Our world has significantly changed in the few decades...
Sep 05, 2019
Did you know that diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in working-aged adults? Many people don’t know about the correlation between diabetes and the...
Jun 05, 2019
Ever wished your contact lenses could turn dark to help shade the sun's brightness when you walked outside? Well, the new Acuvue Oasys Transitions contact...
Jun 04, 2019
Great news! Dr. Arieneh Tahmasian, our Vision Therapy Optometrist, is providing pediatric eye care services at our Volvo Parkway office in Chesapeake starting June 6th....
Jan 25, 2019
As we close out National Glaucoma Awareness month, it’s important to address diagnosing glaucoma. How do optometrists diagnose glaucoma? What tests are involved? Which information...
Jan 20, 2019
January is National Glaucoma Awareness month. Increasing awareness is a big priority for many eye doctors for 3 reasons. First, glaucoma is a leading cause...
Jan 13, 2019
We sat down with 3 of our Coastal Vision doctors recently to discuss myopia progression in children as well as ways to reduce or control...
Jan 08, 2019
One of the greatest honors we have at Coastal Vision is the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community around us. Being locally...
Jan 06, 2019
According to the Mayo Clinic, Parkinson’s Disease (PD) “is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. Symptoms start gradually, sometimes starting with a barely...
Jan 01, 2019
It’s the new year and this special time of year would not be complete without some resolutions. While many people set up unrealistic resolutions, Coastal...
Dec 29, 2018
Dry Eye Disease is a very common occurrence in patients with diabetes. While most optometrists are rightly concerned with educating diabetic patients about potential blindness...
Nov 03, 2018
Dr. Tahmasian Joins Coastal Vision to Provide Pediatric Eye Care We couldn't be more excited to announce that Dr. Arieneh Tahmasian joined Coastal Vision in...
Nov 03, 2018
Help the Homeless and Earn Office Credits One of the great things about working at Coastal Vision is our goal to meaningfully impact the Hampton...
Sep 25, 2018
Find out by taking this test: Check the True or False box next to each statement. When you are finished, find the correct answers at...
Jan 16, 2018
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. Previously, we gave an overview of what glaucoma is. If you missed it, dive in right here. As you...
Jan 08, 2018
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is a devastating disease that damages your eye's optic nerve, which carries information from the eye to the...
Jan 02, 2018
As we kick off the new year, many of us are making resolutions to better ourselves in 2018. One of the most common New Year's...
Dec 11, 2017
We're just a few weeks away from January and the opening of our Harbour View location in Suffolk Virginia! Our new location will offer the...
Dec 05, 2017
At Coastal Vision, we happily answer all kinds of questions about vision and eye health. We've found that some are asked more often than others,...
Nov 30, 2017
As National Diabetes Awareness Month comes to a close, the doctors at Coastal Vision would like to remind everyone of the health risks diabetes poses...
Nov 27, 2017
Portsmouth Vision Clinic An extension of our Coastal Vision Cares initiative: providing vision care for those without. On October 21st, 2017, the Coastal Vision team...
Nov 01, 2017
Warm Visions 2017 Winter is an especially hard time for the homeless. Every year, Coastal Vision partners with Homeland Disciples to outfit these individuals with...
Jun 23, 2017
The Coastal Vision team is excited to announce that we will be opening a brand-new location on Harbour View Boulevard in Suffolk! Our new location...
Nov 03, 2016
Soon, cold weather will be upon us. We feel excited and blessed to announce that Coastal Vision is once again doing our annual Warm...
Sep 03, 2016
A portion of the proceeds from every glasses purchase at Coastal Vision goes to support the Transitional Housing Project for homeless individuals by Homeland Disciples....
Jun 25, 2016
Let’s face it. With all of life’s responsibilities, it’s often challenging to make and keep your doctor appointments Monday through Friday. That’s one reason why...
May 23, 2016
As with many of my fellow Asians, I’ve always been frustrated by the lack of selection of "asian-fit eyewear" that would not only look great but actually...
Mar 31, 2016
Cleaner contact lenses are more comfortable. From the instant that you place the contact lens onto the eye, the contact lens material begins to interact...
Mar 31, 2016
Dr. Beach and son Parker protecting their eyes from the sun Dr. Beach recently had the opportunity to write a guest article titled "Let's Think...
Feb 01, 2016
We live in a fashion-conscious culture, making a person’s choice of glasses (or frames) often a statement of personal style or expression. Sometimes, that expression...
Nov 13, 2015
Studies Show Multi-focal Contact Lenses Can Slow or Stop Progression of Myopia (Nearsightedness) in Kids Myopia, or nearsightedness, has a significant impact in the...
Nov 11, 2015
November: National Diabetes Month According to the American Diabetes Association, "diabetes mellitus (MEL-ih-tus), or simply, diabetes, is a group of diseases characterized by high blood...
Oct 27, 2015
One of the great things about working at Coastal Vision is our goal to have a positive impact on the local community through our Coastal...
Oct 15, 2015
An interesting study from the UK, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, states that first born children are more likely to have...
Oct 11, 2015
I think when many people ask "do I need glasses to drive?" they are really asking "does the DMV require me to wear glasses or...
Oct 08, 2015
Preeclampsia is a complication during pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, and signs of damage to other organ system--most often the kidneys. It usually begins...
Oct 02, 2015
One of the most delicate questions to answer from a parent is “could my child fake their way into glasses?” Before we get to the...
Sep 24, 2015
Computer vision syndrome (CVS) affects many of us throughout the day. These days we would be hard pressed to find a job that does not...
Sep 22, 2015
For many people, astigmatism sounds like a horrible eye condition. It sounds like, at any minute, the eye could explode, melt and fall out on...
Sep 15, 2015
According to one study, contact lenses improve vision-related quality of life in children compared with glasses---this was especially true in the areas of athletics and...
Sep 11, 2015
As children settle into the new school year, there is a good chance many students will be missing the most important school supply of all--good...
Sep 09, 2015
THE BAD NEWS: Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. To make it worse, researchers estimate that half of glaucoma patients in the U.S. don't realize that...
Aug 29, 2015
As busy parents, it's often challenging to keep up with your kids' glasses and eye exams during the summertime and before school starts. Between...
Apr 30, 2015
Coastal Vision is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Onelife Fitness to promote "One Life. One Vision," which aims to educate the public on...
Apr 26, 2015
With the freezing winter weather fading away, April and May bring some familiar Hampton Roads sights: beautiful skies, birds chirping, new leaves on the trees,...
Apr 06, 2015
Vitamin E: Antioxidant for eye health and vision Vitamin E is another essential nutrient due to its effects on both your ocular and overall health. ...
Feb 20, 2015
Uncorrected hyperopia (farsightedness) may impact a child's academic related performance, according to a recent study published in the February 2015 issue of "Optometry and Vision...
Feb 09, 2015
There are certain things you can't take your eyes off of: a tantalizing meal, a scary movie, or your favorite television show. However, there are...
Jan 26, 2015
In this post, we continue our Dry Eye Syndrome interview with Dr. Jessica Lin. Be sure to check out part 1 of the interview....
Jan 22, 2015
Dry Eye Syndrome is a widespread problem, especially in Hampton Roads. Dry Eyes can affect men and women of all ages and ethnic backgrounds....
Dec 31, 2014
Using tablets and e-readers before bedtime may harm sleep quality, according to a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. ...
Dec 27, 2014
Nearsightedness, also called Myopia, is when a person experiences blurred vision for far away distances and clear vision while reading up close. Farsightedness, also called...
Dec 11, 2014
Optometrists have known for a long time that Dry Eye Disease damages the cornea, which is the front curved part of the eye that is...
Dec 07, 2014
Handwashing is something that most Americans know is important. But, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) we may not be doing handwashing correctly...
Nov 25, 2014
Through our eyes, we experience life. We can see sunsets, flowers, delicious food, and even a baby’s first smile. Why would we ever risk that?...
Nov 23, 2014
As optometrists, we often hear from patients who desire independence from corrective eyewear but have concerns about LASIK. Some patients may be hindered, restricted or...
Jan 09, 2014
In 2005, Clearview Eye Care was started by Dr. Russell Beach. The goal was to create a practice centered on customer service and genuine care...
Jul 31, 2013
Ok, I admit I completely made up that statistic. But, personally, I do want patients to ask more questions about their vision and their ocular...
May 20, 2013
While ADHD is not my area of clinical expertise, I do know there seems to be conflicting points of view on ADHD in pediatric care. ...
Apr 15, 2013
With the freezing winter weather fading away, the arrival of April brings some familiar Hampton Roads sights: beautiful skies, birds chirping, new leaves on the...
Feb 26, 2013
You may have noticed, at our office, the patient care technician checks your blood pressure as part of your testing during the eye exam. But...
Feb 18, 2013
I've posted a lot over the past few years on Dry Eye Disease. It affects millions of people every day and I've seen, in my...
Feb 12, 2013
I'm pretty sure my few remaining hair follicles are holding on for dear life, so I'll admit this headline would catch my attention. And although...
Feb 07, 2013
There's no doubt artificial tanning through the use of "tanning beds" is a big business in the United States--especially in states like Virginia where the...
Dec 06, 2012
At Coastal Vision, almost half of the patients who visit us are children. So, we frequently get questions about how old a child must be...
Nov 03, 2012
Most of my blog post ideas come from real life patient care issues that we see here in the office. But, this topic is a...
Oct 16, 2012
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Oct 08, 2012
Not too many people think of their annual visit to their optometrist as an opportunity to save their life, but when a dilated retinal exam...
Aug 19, 2012
With increases in childhood obesity and diabetes, there has been a big public awareness effort to get kids outdoors. A little less time playing video...
Jul 25, 2012
I'm breaking my rule against soap box blogging in order to say how much I enjoy being an optometrist. Truly, it is a personally rewarding...
Jun 11, 2012
An interesting study out of Japan this year examined tear production and related dry eye symptoms in two groups of patients: the first group was...
Apr 13, 2012
When you think of Friday the 13th, no doubt images of the scary movie series may pop into your head. And for some people, the...
Mar 04, 2012
Even eye doctors wear glasses and contact lenses. In fact, I would say most do. That is probably what started their interest in becoming an...
Feb 07, 2012
Accutane or isotretinoin is a medication that is used to treat certain, severe cases of acne that do not respond to other forms of treatment....
Feb 01, 2012
November's Patient of the Month: Jana (pictured in the middle) with CEC staffers Erin, Cayla, & Kristyna Excuse our tardiness in posting these photos, but...
Jan 26, 2012
I have 2 primary functions as an optometrist: address visual conditions AND assess and treat medical conditions of the eye. But an equally important responsibility...
Jan 19, 2012
Have you ever noticed how often you blink your eyes? You might now that I've planted the seed, but most of us go about our...
Jan 11, 2012
A recent study showed that dilated eye exams were a low-cost method of increasing quality of life for seniors. The study revealed that, in patients...
Jan 09, 2012
Dr. Beach and his wife, Dr. Janel Chou, welcomed their first child (a boy) into the world on 1:33 am, January 6th. Parker Beach weighed...
Dec 08, 2011
Since every person is unique in their combination of visual needs, ocular health, and amount and type of prescription it's hard to say that one...
Nov 23, 2011
Jen D. is our Patient of the Month for October! Jen has a baby on the way soon, so the Clearview staff put together a...
Nov 21, 2011
During American Diabetes Month, it's important that we remember that diabetes affects the entire body. And while we may think of the kidney disease and...
Nov 14, 2011
Don't forget to use your Flex-Spending (FSA) benefits before December 31st! And remember, you can use these benefits towards services and vision products at Clearview...
Nov 14, 2011
As we progress through American Diabetes Awareness month, I wanted to touch on how diabetes can commonly affect the outside or front surface of the...
Nov 03, 2011
November is American Diabetes Awareness month. All this month we'll be posting information about this very common disease. If you know someone with diabetes please...
Oct 30, 2011
If a specific type of light is transmitted less than normally to a person's retina, does it increase the likelihood of sleep disturbances? Researchers in...
Oct 18, 2011
If you said yes, hopefully I've got your attention. There is a type of contact lens that doesn't need to be cleaned every day, dramatically...
Oct 11, 2011
It's October and time for our annual vision screening at Woodstock Elementary in Virginia Beach. We've had the privilege of providing vision screenings for the...
Aug 22, 2011
After an all-too-short summer break, most families in Hampton Roads are diving into the “back-to-school” mode and all of its required activities. Most of us...
Aug 11, 2011
Imagine you and a friend on top of a steep hill. Your friend, thinking he's pretty funny, tells you to walk a few feet down...
Aug 02, 2011
Tamoxifen is a common and effective drug used in the treatment of breast cancer. But like many medications, it does have the potential to adversely...
Jul 18, 2011
We can't say enough about how much we appreciate our patients at Clearview Eye Care. We interact with so many great people everyday. And...
Jul 16, 2011
Have you ever watched a sporting event on television and been amused by how abstract and random some statistics seem? Well, one stat may actually...
Jul 10, 2011
Chances are good that many of us have smartphones. And, if you're like me, you'll find yourself using these modern marvels of technology to...
Jun 02, 2011
Summer is definitely here. The ocean front is packed. High temperatures are routinely in the 90's. Vacations are being planned. But this is also an...
May 09, 2011
One question we ask of all our patients is "do you have any history of head trauma?" The overall delicate nature of the eyes makes...
Apr 19, 2011
It's Spring, which means it's time for allergies and it's time for another Facebook Tag-a-Photo Sunglasses Giveaway Contest. Click on this photo to go to...
Apr 03, 2011
Dry Eye is much more than a symptom or a feeling. For many people, it's an actual syndrome. What does Dry Eye Syndrome look like? ...
Mar 27, 2011
Why do Antihistamine Medications come with Warnings about Glaucoma? It's official. Allergy season is back! As cars around Hampton Roads are being blanketed with pollen,...
Mar 23, 2011
With all that engulfs the national news these days, we can sometimes forget all the people in need within the local community of Hampton Roads. ...
Mar 18, 2011
Even optometrists need annual eye exams. My eye doctor, who happens to also be my wife, won't let me get much past a year without...
Mar 17, 2011
St. Patrick's Day: Wear green or suffer a pinch. But there' s more to the color green than this tradition. Here's some fun facts about...
Feb 24, 2011
When I was a kid, I remember my mother always harping on me to develop the good habit of frequent handwashing. And, while mom was...
Feb 19, 2011
"I've been told I can't wear contacts because I have astigmatism" is like nails on a chalkboard to my ears. Astigmatism is not a visual...
Feb 09, 2011
Without a doubt, my enjoyment in delivering patient care is my daily motivation to come to work. The opportunity to use training, experience and a...
Jan 26, 2011
Truclear HD Plus, the next generation no-line bifocal (progressive) lens, incorporates patient height and many more custom parameters in it's unique design This is truly...
Jan 18, 2011
For many people (myself included), the end of January can become the battleground between success and failure for "new year's resolutions." But there are some...