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You likely know wearing sunglasses is important for protecting your eyes from the sun. Because just like your skin, your eyes can be damaged by long-term exposure to UV rays. But just how important is it to wear UV-blocking sunglasses year-round? Find out how these...

Cataracts form when the clear area of the eye responsible for focusing light, known as the lens, becomes clouded. The condition is a result of normal changes that occur within either one of your eyes or both as you age. In some cases, cataracts can also be caused by...

Twenty physicians from Eye Consultants of Atlanta –a long-standing ophthalmology group with more than 50 years of tenure in Georgia– rank among metro Atlanta’s Top Doctors in Atlanta magazine’s July issue. Doctors from Eye Consultants of Atlanta consistently earn this...

Taking care of our eyes means protecting them in any environment, including our workplaces. Typically, occupations with inherent hazards, such as construction and manufacturing, come to mind when we think of eye safety. But it’s just as important for people who work...

As cataracts develop, vision becomes increasingly cloudy, making it difficult to complete everyday activities. To restore vision, the natural lens of the eye can be removed and replaced by an artificial one, known as an intraocular lens (IOL). Cataract surgery has...

Twenty physicians from Eye Consultants of Atlanta –the largest ophthalmology practice in Georgia– appear in the January issue of Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors magazine and in the April issue of The Atlantan magazine among Atlanta’s Top Doctors. Eye Consultants of...

The term “glaucoma” is used to describe several eye disorders which damage the optic nerve and can result in vision loss. While the condition is one of the most common causes of blindness, early treatment will help to slow or stop its progression and control...

With the new year, many of us focus on goals related to our personal health and wellness. If you’re equally inspired to prioritize your health this year, here’s one important area to focus on: your vision.  Although eye exams often go overlooked, they’re a major...

No matter your age, protecting your eyes is an important element of enjoying sports safely. Here’s everything we want you to know about eye protection on the field. Why Is Sports Eye Safety So Important? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly...