The comment Dr. Rosinski and I hear most from new patients is, “you provide a very comprehensive exam!” This brings a smile to our faces for many reasons. One is that many health issues can be detected through your eyes, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. When we examine patients, we’re checking for overall health, as well as eye health. Another reason is that many eye diseases present no signs or symptoms until it’s too late, often when the damage is irreversible. Our mission is to identify these issues before they become serious. It is for this reason that we’re introducing a new technology as part of our exams – the iWellness Scan. The iWellness technology lets us look … Read More
Glaucoma Awareness Month
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause progressive damage to the optic nerve, resulting in loss of vision. In the U.S., more than 3 million people have been diagnosed with glaucoma. It is the second leading cause of blindness globally (cataracts are first). Since glaucoma often begins with no discernible symptoms, regular eye exams are important, especially for those who fall in the high risk category. Who is at risk for glaucoma?
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