Dr. Burgess Discusses Macular Degeneration Treatments in TV Interview

Dr. Burgess was recently invited to appear on channel 10 news here in South Florida where he discussed drug options used in macular degeneration treatments that can save money for patients. At this time there is no cure for macular degeneration however these drugs can delay progress of the disease [...]

Dr. Burgess Discusses Macular Degeneration Treatments in TV Interview

Difference Between Near and Farsighted

Both are refractive conditions, meaning that they are problems related to how the light is focused as it enters the eye. Ideally, as light enters the eye, without any additional effort, the light would be perfectly focused onto the inside lining of the eye which detects the light, called the [...]

Difference Between Near and Farsighted

How does the Beach Affect My Eyes?

When you decide to go to the beach typically you gather a few things to bring with you: • Sun screen for your skin • Water to keep hydrated • Food to keep your energy up. Your eyes require just as much protection from the sun as your skin. The [...]

How does the Beach Affect My Eyes?

8 Reasons to Consider Laser Vision Correction Surgery

Over the past couple of years laser vision correction surgery has become a popular choice due to the cost decreasing. Laser vision correction surgery is a relatively simple procedure and the vast majority of people have positive experiences. 1. No more eye glasses Gone will be the days of having [...]

8 Reasons to Consider Laser Vision Correction Surgery

10 Vision Myths

I’m sure you have heard the vision myths while you were growing up. Your mom telling you “you’ll hurt your eyes if you sit too close to the tv” or my favorite “eat your carrots for better vision”. Well, I think it’s time to get to the bottom of all [...]

10 Vision Myths

Can Watching 3-D Games Really Hurt Children’s Eyes?

A few days ago Nintendo issued a warning that children under 6 should not look at the 3-D screen on its new 3DS hand-held device because “ it could harm eye development”. This left pediatric ophthalmologists, some of them world-leading authorities on childhood eye development, scratching their heads. [...]

Can Watching 3-D Games Really Hurt Children’s Eyes?

Beware of Popping Champagne Corks

When you pop the cork on a bottle of Champagne, it flies off at more than 50 miles per hour! If you, or someone standing near you gets hit in the eye, it can result in a devastating injury. Take the following steps to avoid this fairly common injury: Chill [...]

Beware of Popping Champagne Corks

Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis or “EKC”

Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis or “EKC” is a severe viral infection that affects both the conjunctiva and the cornea. It begins as a very severe conjunctivitis associated with glandular swelling in front of the ears. It may start in one eye, but usually affects the other eye in a day or two; [...]

Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis or “EKC”

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