How Increased Pandemic Screen Time is Making Dry Eye Worse
Have your eyes been extra dry and itchy recently? With Work From Home we’re all in front of our screens more often, which leads to increase dry eye.
LASIK: a competitive option for martial arts fighters
LASIK is the most popular procedure for vision correction at the AGEI, especially for competitors in high-contact sports. For those who balk at this notion, just look at AGEI patients like “Sugar” Shane Mosley, former world champion boxer. Or NBA stars Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and Chris Paul.
Do Blue Light Glasses Work?
Blue light glasses allegedly protect our eyes from the blue light of our digital screens. But is blue light actually bad for eye health?
Gene therapy for common congenital blindnesses shows promise
New data from a clinical trial suggests gene therapy may be safe and effective in treating common forms of congenital blindness.
The LASIK Evolution: Better measurements and a refined flap have improved LASIK results
An article written Dr. Kerry Assil was published in The Ophthalmologist magazine. We want to share it with you in case you are interested in taking a deeper dive into what makes our EagleVision LASIK surgery technique and technology so advanced.
Retinal Examination May Assess Future Stroke Risk [new study]
On March 11, 2021 the Healthday Reporter described a new study, conducted at the Mayo Clinic facility in Jacksonville, Florida. This study links the presence of eye disease to an increased risk of stroke, dementia, and premature death.
Truffles: The Cat Who Encourages Glasses-Wearing Kids
An adorable story about a glasses-wearing cat that helps children feel comfortable in their glasses. We’re very excited to share this story with you.
Is a Cure for Blindness Within Sight?
Stanford-based neuroscience researchers are exploring optogenetics as a possible cure for blindness through stimulation of other nerves in the retina. Learn more about this revolutionary research!
Can Drinking Red Wine Help Prevent Cataracts? [new study]
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness. New research suggests drinking red wine in moderation could help prevent cataracts and reduce their severity.
Why Our Top Eye Surgeon is Applying Her Skills to Botox and Fillers
Board-certified Dr. Avneet Sodhi Gaur is now offering Botox and dermal fillers! In the hands of a skilled doctor, fillers are extra safe and effective.
Coming soon: New Assistive technology for the Blind!
Assistive technology products exist to help those with visual impairment navigate their day-to-day lives. However, there is nothing quite good enough to help the blind navigate independently. Yet.
How to Recognize and Treat Common Eye Injuries
You can’t always tell when an eye is injured or that the injury is serious. Some problems can only be seen during a doctor’s examination. It’s important to be able to recognize some of the most common symptoms of eye injuries.
