Dr. Kimberly Riordan is the head of Florida Eye Specialists’ Dry Eye Center at our San Marco location, in addition to being a Florida Board-Certified optometrist. Her experience in the eye care field dates back to 2005, when she began her program at the Illinois College of Optometry and later went on to obtain her
Before we know it, tax season will be in full swing! If you’re anticipating a refund on your taxes in 2017, you may have already begun thinking about how that refund cash will be allocated. Before you mentally spend all that hard-earned money of yours, however, consider the ways in which it could be used
Have you been dreaming of having a LASIK procedure done as a means of correcting your near-sightedness, far-sightedness, or astigmatism? If so, then what are you waiting for? If you’re like most people, the cost of LASIK may have been preventing you from having it done in the past. However, if you’re one of many
With January being National Glaucoma Awareness Month, now is a good time for adults of all ages to review their risk factors for this all-too-common eye disease. Specifically, glaucoma refers to a group of eye diseases that can result in permanent vision loss due to excessive pressure built up along the optic nerve.
Glaucoma refers to a group of ocular conditions that gradually affects eyesight. Specifically, this occurs when excessive pressure is placed on the optic nerve over time, resulting in permanent vision loss. January is glaucoma awareness month; a time for discussion of glaucoma signs and symptoms, types of glaucoma, and the best means of prevention.
Florida Eye Specialist, along with the Surgery Center’s donated fees and a cornea donation from the Lions Eye Bank, made another pro-bono surgery possible for a young aspiring doctor who needed a corneal transplant.
Dr. Ravi Patel of Florida Eye Specialist performed a pro-bono cataract surgery for a local welder who was going to lose his job due to his affected vision. This was an unfortunate case in which a hard worker fell through the cracks of insurance coverage. Florida Eye Specialists stepped up to the plate and took
Cosmetic surgery has long been known to enhance appearance, but there are many necessary procedures within oculoplastics that are necessary to improve your vision. These surgeries should be undertaken by a specialist – someone who’s not only board certified in ophthalmology but who specializes in reconstructive surgery.
The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped surface covering the front of your eye. It’s main function is to help your eye focus. This vital part of your vision can develop several different conditions.
LASIK is a surgical procedure that can reduce a person’s dependence on corrective lenses, glasses, or contact lenses for clear vision. While the procedure is safe and effective for most patients, not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK.
The doctors of Florida Eye Specialists are renowned for their expertise. The team of doctors at Florida Eye Specialists have all come together in large part due to the efforts of Dr. Rajesh Shetty. Dr. Shetty helped found Florida Eye Specialists after serving as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology on the clinical staff of the
