Do you have trouble keeping your eyelids open? Are they beginning to impair your vision? Drooping eyelids, also known as ptosis or dermatochalasis, are very common. They are often the result of age, as the skin around the eye loses elasticity and the eyelid muscles weaken. When this happens, excess skin or fat accumulates above
By McGregor Lott, M.D. – Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects many aspects of health, but one of its most serious complications involves the eyes. Diabetic retinopathy is caused by damage to the blood vessels in the retina due to high blood sugar levels. As this condition progresses, it can lead to
Hear From Board-Certified Glaucoma Specialist Omar Gayasaddin, D.O. Glaucoma is one of the most common forms of vision loss worldwide. Yet, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), up to half of people with glaucoma don’t realize they have this vision-stealing disease. The longer glaucoma goes undiagnosed, the more likely it
Does Everyone Get Cataracts? Yes, everyone develops cataracts with age. Cataracts are a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. While most people start noticing symptoms in their 60s or 70s, they can begin in your 40s and 50s or even younger, depending on other causes. By understanding the risk factors, symptoms, and
Thanks to the new Light Adjustable Lens, cataract surgeons like the dedicated doctors at Florida Eye Specialists can now help patients see better than ever with cataract surgery. Local Jacksonville TV news station First Coast News recently spoke with our doctors to explain this transformative new technology. Florida Eye Specialists Leading the Way to Bringing
At Florida Eye Specialists, our commitment to innovation and exceptional patient care drives us to explore cutting-edge solutions. That is why we are excited to introduce a new digital check-in and consent system. Starting in October, patients at all locations will be invited to join our new check-in process. Digital Check-Ins The new check-in process
Glaucoma is caused by fluid pressure inside the eye that can damage the optic nerve, leading to partial or total vision loss. Individuals living with glaucoma can also develop cataracts, and when these two eye conditions happen concurrently, vision is dramatically impaired. Patients often ask if it is safe to have cataract surgery while living
Adjustable Cataract Lens Light Delivery Treatments – Now at Five Locations We are thrilled to announce that Florida Eye Specialists has acquired two additional state-of-the-art Light Delivery Devices for our Light Adjustable Lens procedures. These cutting-edge devices are now available at five locations including St. Augustine, Southpoint, Mandarin, Palm Coast, and Fernandina Beach to better
News4Jax Describes BlephEx Dry Eye Treatment as a ‘Spa Day’ for Your Eyes Did you know that dry eyes can be a symptom of menopause? That’s what the women of River City Live and the Uncluttered and Unfiltered Podcast learned while discussing their own discomfort with Florida Eye Specialists dry eye expert Dr. Kimberly Riordan.
Living in the Sunshine State, we’re exposed to strong UV rays — and unfortunately, UV light accelerates cataract formation. Many patients ask if they need cataract sunglasses before or after surgery to protect their sight. To find out, we sat down with Christian Guier, OD, a board-certified optometrist with our team at Florida Eye Specialists.
2024 Community’s Choice Awards Recognize the Best Businesses in Jacksonville For the 9th year in a row, Florida Eye Specialists was named the Best Eye Care Clinic in Jacksonville for excellence in eye care services. The award was presented after a community vote in the 2024 Best of Bold City Community’s Choice Awards competition, conducted
Life-Changing Results With the Light Adjustable Lens Florida Eye Specialists patient Kathy Pumphrey is one of more than 1,000 people in the Jacksonville area to get the new Light Adjustable Lens for her cataract surgery. This groundbreaking technology has allowed her to see without glasses for the first time. Kathy sat down with local TV
