The Advantages of Optomap
Optomap was developed by Douglas Anderson after his five-year-old son went blind in one eye when a retinal detachment was detected too late. Routine exams were uncomfortable, especially for a… read more
Understanding cataracts
June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, and there are 24 million Americans over the age of 40 who are… read more
7 Myths About Children’s Eyes
In the age of social media and search engines, it’s very easy to consume too much information and become confused, overwhelmed, or misinformed. As doctors, we encourage our patients to… read more
Basic Fireworks Safety
Every year, the numbers prove to be true: fireworks are dangerous. While we recognize fireworks are especially festive this time of year, it’s an especially risky time for eye injuries…. read more
Contact Lens Tips for Healthy Eyes
Healthy habits mean healthy eyes. A recent study showed that most contact lens wearers admit to at least one bad hygiene habit that puts them at risk for eye infections…. read more
Resources to Keep Your Eyes in Shape
Aren’t we always looking for better ways to stay in shape? While you are keeping the rest of your body healthy, you should consider your eyes, too. Diet and lifestyle… read more
Signs, Symptoms, and Causes of Cataracts
As we age, our vision is one of the most recognizable changes our bodies experience. Included in a long list of other issues, cataracts are a frustrating and debilitating issue… read more
Why you Need to Stop Rubbing Your Eyes.
Now more than ever, we’re aware of how often we touch our face, especially when wearing a face mask in public. Also, have you noticed this to be true with… read more
COVID-19 Update for Patients and Staff
As we all know, the news of the COVID-19 virus is ever-changing. In the midst of a viral outbreak that has now impacted communities worldwide, VisionFirst wants to be prepared… read more
Diabetes and the Affects on Your Eye Health
Did you know diabetes affects nearly 30 million people in the U.S.? What’s even more startling is that nearly 1 in 4 people aren’t even aware they have the condition…. read more