Protecting Your Eyes from the Summer Sun
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
As the long winter months finally come to a close, many people are undoubtedly looking forward to spending more time enjoying outdoor activities. However all that time spent in the sunshine could potentially negatively impact the health of your eyes. The ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun has been shown to be the cause of…
Read More
Wishing You a Brightest Holiday Greetings from Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons!
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Uncategorized
Happy Holidays from all of us here at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons! As this year comes to a close, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to all of our wonderful patients, many of whom were kind enough to share their stories in our Spotlight Patient blogs. It has been our honor and…
Read More
The Top Five FAQ’s about LASIK
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
With almost 20 million procedures performed in the United States alone, LASIK laser vision correction surgeries have become an extremely popular way for people to decrease or eliminate their dependence on glasses or contact lenses and treat common vision problems like myopia, hyperopia, and even astigmatism. At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C., we talk…
Read More
A Close Look At Night Vision
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
The eyes are amazingly sophisticated devices capable of detecting and interpreting visual data under a wide range of conditions. The sensitivity of the eye automatically adjusts to an impressively large range of ambient light levels. The optics of the eye can concentrate light energy on the retina by a factor of 100,000 times, which is…
Read More
How is LASER Technology Used in Eye Surgery?
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
Laser eye surgery was made possible in the 1980s, when researchers at an IBM research facility discovered that their new excimer laser could incise animal tissue with extreme precision and without leaving behind scar tissue. This led to the first surgical application of a laser on human tissue. After roughly a decade of clinical trials…
Read More
New LenSx® Laser System Offers a Breakthrough in Cataract Treatments
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
At Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C., we have always kept abreast of the latest technology in order to provide our patients with the safest and most effective treatment options. In keeping with that commitment, we are proud to announce the acquisition of Alcon’s new LenSx® laser, a bladeless, computer-controlled laser that allows us to…
Read More
Good Vision an Integral Part of Academic Success
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News, Uncategorized
Now that summer is drawing to a close, many parents have sent their children off to school. While every parent wants their child to be prepared and equipped for the school year, many often forget how vital a role good vision can play in the learning process. The American Public Health Association (APHA) reported that…
Read More
Intraocular Lenses for Every Type of Eye
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
The lens of the eye is a highly sophisticated organ, which constantly shifts and bends in order to focus incoming light onto the light-sensitive cells at the back of the retina. Unfortunately a number of different conditions can cause the lens to become clouded with cataracts, resulting in blurred or darkened vision. In the initial…
Read More
Protecting Your Eyes from Everyday Damage
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Latest News
The eyes are extremely intricate and sensitive organs, and we at Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.C. are dedicated to helping you keep them in good working order. While we are able to treat many kinds of injuries and eye conditions, some of the most common threats to your eyes can be easily minimized with…
Read More
Meet Our August Spotlight Patient: Jobeth
Posted by: Georgia Eye Physicians and Surgeons in Featured Patient, Uncategorized
Jobeth, a retired teacher from Barnsville, Georgia, had spent most of her life without experiencing any vision problems at all. As years passed, she started experiencing some trouble with fine print and began using reading glasses from the local drugstore. Then, very suddenly, she found herself struggling to read fine print on television and the…
Read More
