What your eyes can reveal about your brain health (like Alzheimer’s)
Can a simple, regular eye exam reveal potential health problems? Learn about how much our eyes can tell us about our brain health here.
Dr. Sodhi Gaur named Top Los Angeles Ophthalmologist and Glaucoma Specialist by LA Magazine
Los Angeles Magazine has named Dr. Avneet K. Sodhi Gaur to its 2020 Top Doctors list. The influential Top Doctors list is based upon a physician’s standing within their peer group after a survey of 1,400 doctors in Los Angeles County. Dr. Gaur joined the prestigious Assil Eye Institute (AEI) in 2018 as Director of […]
Could an Eye Exam Reveal Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common subtype of dementia, affecting an estimated 5.5 million people in the United States. It is most characterized by increasing memory deficits. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is a transitional stage between normal aging and dementia and is a precursor to AD. An estimated 32% of MCI patients will progress […]
Unhappy with your LASIK or Cataract Surgery results? We can help
Have you have had LASIK eye surgery, SMILE vision correction, or cataract surgery and are unhappy with the results because you have developed one or more of the following eye problems: Blurred vision? Problems with dry eyes? Problems with night vision? Problems with glare? Luckily, you can now improve your eyesight and no longer need to settle […]
Dr. Kerry Assil Awarded Best Los Angeles Opthamologist, Again
Los Angeles Magazine recently recognized Dr. Kerry Assil as one of Los Angeles Magazine’s Top Docs for 2019 for his innovative work in LASIK and cataract surgery and his dedication to his patients.
The Clock is Ticking for the FSA Grace Period. Use It or Lose It!
Did you know that LASIK Surgery is covered by FSA and HSA plans? Every once in awhile, patients ask us if they can use their Flexible Spending Accounts for LASIK vision correction surgery. In short, yes you can. Many patients contemplating LASIK surgery don’t realize that laser vision correction is an approved medical expense covered […]
Assil Eye Institute named Best Los Angeles LASIK Surgeons by Los Angeles Magazine for 2020
Los Angeles Magazine has named Ophthalmologists and noted LASIK and Cataract surgeons Dr. Kerry Assil and Dr. Avneet K. Sodhi Gaur to its Top Doctors list for the fourth consecutive year. The influential Top Doctors list is based upon a physician’s standing within their peer group after a survey of 1,400 doctors in Los Angeles […]
What Are Eyelash Extensions? Are They Safe? What You Need to Know
A few years ago, the talented singer and actress Kristin Chenoweth appeared on a New York City talk show veiled in dark glasses. She explained that darkness was mandatory because she was enduring the consequences of an eyelash extension misadventure. It turns out the glue used to bond artificial lashes to Chenoweth’s own natural lashes was laced with formaldehyde. As Chenoweth […]
5 tips to stop toy-related eye injuries (so you don’t ruin your holiday)!
With the holidays upon us, you may be one of the many people frantically working your way through your list, buying gifts for friends and family. If there are little ones on your holiday gift list, we’d like to remind you of some safety guidelines for choosing toys that will keep your loved ones safe. […]
LASIK Gives Chris Paul a Huge Advantage in Hitting His Shots
After 10 years of putting off the decision to have LASIK, Chris Paul entrusted Dr. Kerry Assil of Assil Eye Institute Los Angeles with restoring his vision. Squinting to see the rim had become his norm, and a point guard needs clear vision to make those distance shots.
