“A solar eclipse is one of nature’s most awe-inspiring sights. Taking a minute to learn about solar eclipse eye safety precautions will make it a terrific and memorable experience,” explained Eyecare Medical Group Retina Specialist Aaron Parnes, M.D.
Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine is pleased to announce that Cornea Specialist, Cataract & LASIK Surgeon Adam Sise, M.D. has joined their practice.
"Although age related macular degeneration (AMD) continues to be the leading cause of new blindness in Americans 65 and older, today we can say with confidence that seniors who develop AMD should not consider blindness to be inevitable," noted Vitreoretinal Specialist Scott Steidl, M.D of Eyecare Medical Group (EMG) in Portland.
In recognition of American Diabetes Month, retina specialists from Eyecare Medical Group wish to share important information to help our community prevent vision loss from the complications of diabetes such as diabetic retinopathy.
"The impact of cataracts on seniors' quality of life goes far beyond just vision and eyesight," commented Cataract Surgeon Bruce Cassidy, M.D. of Eyecare Medical Group.
"As patients enter their 40's, 50's, and 60's and beyond it is important for them to become aware of glaucoma risk factors that might be relevant to their individual situation," commented Glaucoma Specialist Robert Daly, M.D. of Eyecare Medical Group in Portland.
Maine eyeglass and contact lens wearers will find that the continuing availability of employer Flex Plans can help make the cost of LASIK surgery affordable even in challenging economic times.
"It is not too surprising that the overall prevalence of age related eye disease is on the rise given the aging of our population," commented Maine Cataract Surgeon Bruce Cassidy, M.D. of Eyecare Medical Group.
The eye doctors at Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine suggest protecting against UV eye damage as well as UV skin damage on the face and around your eyes this summer.
"This is the time to use your 2012 Flex Plan for LASIK Surgery to make the cost most affordable," commented Clement Berry, Chief Executive Officer of Eyecare Medical Group in Portland.
Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine raises awareness about Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) as being the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in Americans older than 50.
"At Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine, January represents the time we pay particular attention to getting the word out reminding patients to take advantage of the advances in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma as this sight stealing eye disease is a leading cause of preventable blindness," commented Clement Berry, Chief Executive Officer of Eyecare Medical Group.
Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine wishes to announce that Prevent Blindness America has designated November as National Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month.
Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine wishes to announce that the American Academy of Ophthalmology has designated October as Eye Injury Prevention Month.
Portland, Maine (6/2/10) Eyecare Medical Group in Portland, Maine is pleased to announce that Cornea & LASIK Specialist Ravi Shah, M.D. has joined their practice.