Treating Chronic Dry Eye
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The eye is an extremely complex and precise instrument and, like any piece of precision machinery, it needs to be constantly lubricated in order for it to operate smoothly. For the eye, lubrication comes in the form of tears. Made by the lacrimal gland, tears are necessary for the overall health of the eye and…
Read MoreLASIK Surgery Makes the “Perfect” Gift
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As summer approaches and the end of the school year draws near, proud parents all over the country may be seeking the perfect graduation gift to express the pride they feel. In recent years, the trend has expanded from watches or stationary sets towards something that really symbolizes “looking ahead” to the next chapter in…
Read MoreMeet Our June Spotlight Patient: James
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James had worn glasses for the majority of his life. “Ever since I was eight,” he joked, “people used to say my nose needed to be as big as it was to hold up those coke bottles I had to wear.” But when he learned that he would need an intraocular lens transplant at the…
Read MorePresbyopia Explained
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Whether it’s increased difficulty when levering yourself from your favorite armchair or that moment when you realize you’re holding a book at arm’s length in order to bring the print into focus , our bodies have little ways of letting us know that we are getting older. The latter sign of aging is the onset…
Read MoreWhat is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
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Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a common disease that affects central vision and is the leading cause of severe vision loss among people over the age of sixty. Researchers estimate that one in 2000 people in the developed world are afflicted with macular degeneration and as people come to live longer lives that number…
Read MoreMeet Our May Spotlight Patient: Louis
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At first, 68 year old Louis didn’t even notice anything was wrong. His wife had noticed he was squinting more than he used to, and he complained about it being too dim around the house, but it was nothing that seemed cause for much concern. But as his vision grew increasingly blurry, and the halos…
Read MoreAre Eyes the Windows to Good Health?
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Some of you may have heard the eyes described as “the windows to the soul” or heard a healthy, active person described as “bright-eyed” but how many of us actually understand just how closely tied those two phrases really are? In fact, doctors are recognizing more and more just how significant a role the eyes…
Read MoreHow is the Sun Damaging Your Eyes?
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While most are aware of the damage the sun can cause to unprotected skin, fewer know that long term exposure to this increased level of ultraviolet (UV) light can cause a number of conditions that could adversely affect your eyesight. At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons your eye health is important and educating our patients…
Read MoreSegal Eye Docs Walk for Lupus
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On Saturday, April 26th, 2014, Dr. William Segal and his team will be taking part in the Walk to End Lupus held in Piedmont Park by the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA). The Atlanta Walk, the largest LFA walk in the nation, plans to host over 8,000 walkers in an effort to raise funds and…
Read MoreAllergies Wreaking Havoc on your Vision
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Now that the beautiful spring weather has arrived, that means allergy season is in full force. Itchy eyes, runny nose, sore throat, and endless sneezing are just a few of the ailments we experience. Georgia Eye Physicians & Surgeons, P.C., is dedicated to providing you providing you exceptional eye care and we are here to…
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