by Courtney Gursky | Sep 1, 2024 | Eye Diseases
September is Healthy Aging Month, a perfect time to focus on all the ways we can take care of ourselves as we get older. As we age, our body goes through changes, and our eyes are no exception. The risk of developing eye conditions such as glaucoma and macular...
by Olga Eriksson | May 7, 2024 | Eye Diseases
Macular degeneration is the deterioration of the macula, the small central area of the eye that controls visual acuity. Typically, macular degeneration causes slow, painless vision loss. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) Macular degeneration is often referred to...
by Olga Eriksson | May 7, 2024 | Eye Diseases
More than 28% of diabetics age 40 or older have a diabetic eye disease. These numbers are only expected to grow in the upcoming years due to decreased physical activity and healthy eating. Types of diabetes Type 1 Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the...
by Olga Eriksson | Nov 1, 2021 | Eye Diseases
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, which aims to increase awareness of diabetes and diabetic eye disease. This month in particular, Dr. Mitchell would like to encourage people with diabetes to seek treatment for vision problems related to their...
by Olga Eriksson | Oct 1, 2020 | Eye Diseases
Do you think you may be at risk for developing cataracts? Here is an overview of the most frequently asked questions about cataracts, including potential cataract treatment and congenital cataracts. Give our office a call and schedule an appointment to have your...
