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Is LASIK Safe for Athletes?
If you play sports or lead an active lifestyle, we know eyeglasses and contacts can be a nuisance. For contact sports, high-impact workouts, or rugged outdoor activities, glasses are particularly likely to get in the way. From broken lenses, to frames that just won’t...
Cataracts Information Series: Symptoms of Cataracts
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 Eye Consultants of Atlanta physicians receive Top Doctors honors in Atlanta magazine
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...
Georgia Trend Magazine Recognizes Three Eye Consultants of Atlanta Physicians as Top Doctors
Eye Consultants of Atlanta is proud that three of our physicians appeared in the May issue of Georgia Trend magazine and rank among its exclusive list of Top Doctors for 2023. Eye Consultants of Atlanta would like to commend the following doctors for outstanding...
Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors Magazine Recognizes Two Eye Consultants of Atlanta Physicians Among Castle Conolly’s Exceptional Women in Medicine 2023
Eye Consultants of Atlanta is proud to announce that two of our physicians appear in the August issue of Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors magazine among Castle Connolly’s Exceptional Women in Medicine for 2023. Castle Connolly Top Doctors recognizes Drs. Eileen...
Advanced Tech Cataract Lens Implants
Cataracts are a common vision issue that often develop with age. The condition is characterized by a cloudy area of the lens, which can lead to blurry vision, difficulty seeing at night, and bright light sensitivity. Cataracts usually start forming cataracts soon...
LASIK vs. PRK: Which Should You Get?
If you have nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, you may be considering laser eye surgery to correct your vision. Two of the most common options are LASIK and PRK. While both procedures can achieve the goal of 20/20 vision (or better) in most patients, the...
Workplace Eye Health 101
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...
Interested in Advanced Technology Lenses for Cataracts? Breaking Down the Process for Assessment and Procedure
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 appear on 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doctors list
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...
Who Is At Risk for Glaucoma? And What Should They Do?
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...
The Often-Overlooked Annual Health Screening: Annual Eye Exams
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...
The Importance of Wearing Protective Eye Gear in Sports
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...
Common LASIK Myths and Fears Debunked
LASIK, or Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis, is a common procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct vision. Refractive errors such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (misshapen cornea) can be treated with LASIK. The entire...
Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s Piedmont Better Vision program shares LASIK patient success stories featuring life-changing results
LASIK surgery continues to be a popular and extremely successful service line through Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s Piedmont Better Vision program. Piedmont Better Vision is a specialized group of Eye Consultants of Atlanta doctors who are LASIK experts. They perform...