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Meet Ophthalmic Tech Student Brianna Valentine

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Pictured left to right, Florida Eye’s fabulous ophthalmic techs, Walli Santos, Ginny Calamita, Joy Ferrall, student Brianna Valentine and tech Deanna Parish Every semester Florida Eye welcomes an ophthalmic tech student from Palm Beach State’s Ophthalmic Tech program.This semester we consider ourselves very lucky to have tech student Brianna Valentine in the house! A Quick… Read More

June is National Cataract Awareness Month

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Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, and the leading cause of blindness in the world. There are 24 million Americans over the age of 40 who are affected by cataracts, so it seems fitting that an entire month should be dedicated to education and awareness. Common questions and answers… Read More

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

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At Florida Eye we are all about eye health, but once in awhile we like to share news you can use. In case you missed it, April is distracted driving month, and it’s not just about being distracted driving – it’s about being distracted throughout your day by your phone. New technology allows us to… Read More

Florida Eye’s “Best in Health” Top Blogs 2016

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We’re pleased to announce our 2016 best blogs list for the eye health industry! This list is comprised of top media sites, industry blogs and various online publications that promote awareness and information regarding eye health issues and news. Without further ado, here are our 2016 recipients in no particular order. Huffington Post’s Eye Health… Read More

Choosing the Right Foods Makes a Difference in Vision Health

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By Dr. Joseph Nezgoda The eye is a great indicator of general health. As vision is critical to our daily lives and the way we experience the world, small changes are often detected through our eyes than from any other organ system. Foods that are rich in vitamins C and E, zinc, lutein, zeaxanthin, and… Read More

BlephEx®, 1st Doctor Treatment for Dry Eye & Blepharitis

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BlephEx™ in the News New, In-Ofﬁce Treatment for Dry Eye & Blepharitis Blephex® is a new in-ofﬁce treatment option for those suffering from Blepharitis and Dry Eye that is gentle, pain free and thorough. The doctor can directly clean and exfoliate your eyelids and lashes, which will almost immediately improve your symptoms and help control… Read More

What’s New in Intraocular Lenses for Cataract Surgery?

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By Dr. Jonathan Criss “Progress in advanced technology intraocular lenses (ATIOLs) has made it an exciting time to be an anterior segment surgeon,” says Dr. Jonathan Criss, Comprehensive Ophthalmologist and Cataract Surgeon at Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute. Typically when cataract surgery is performed, an intraocular lens is implanted within the “capsular bag” – the thin… Read More

Be Careful When Popping Those Champagne Corks!

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If you plan to pop a bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine over the holidays, make sure you do it safely, the American Academy of Ophthalmology says. Warm bottles of Champagne combined with improper cork removal can cause serious, potentially blinding eye injuries. Believe it or not, the pressure inside a bottle is powerful enough… Read More

Avoid These Toys to Protect Your Child’s Eyes

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Tis the season for giving gifts, and what child doesn’t like toys? And what parent or grandparent doesn’t enjoy buying a fun gift for their young loved ones? But some toys and sporting items that look innocent enough can pose serious risks of eye injuries — including serious injuries that could result in permanent vision… Read More

Bye Bye, Type I Diabetes?

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A decades-old vaccine might have something to offer people with type 1 diabetes! A research team at Massachusetts General Hospital is about to begin a five-year-long trial to determine whether BCG can be used in the treatment of diabetes. The vaccine, which is used to prevent tuberculosis, has demonstrated the ability to not only treat… Read More

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