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7 Ways to Fight Macular Degeneration
7 Ways to Fight Macular Degeneration Macular Degeneration is an age-related disease of the eye which can result in partial blindness. The macula, a small spot in the middle of the retina, controls the center of the field of vision. If one eye is unaffected, it may...
Eye Care for Twitches and Spasms
Eye Care for Twitches and Spasms Eyelid twitches and spasms (blepharospasm) are common and often harmless, benign incidents that pose no threat to the sufferer. In most cases, the muscles surrounding the eyelid will twitch for a few seconds to minutes at a time, over...
11 Alive Shows Dr. Wong on Top Doctors Cover!
11 Alive Shows Dr. Wong on Top Doctors Cover! We are very excited to see Margaret Wong, M.D., who is gracing the cover of this year's issue of Atlanta Magazine's Top Doctors, be shown on 11 Alive during an Atlanta Magazine segment! Click here to watch. The full list...
Humanitarian Mission
Humanitarian Mission Dr. Alan Kozarsky and his team just returned from a humanitarian mission to perform complex, eye surgeries for those in need at no cost. They truly made a difference for those in need by providing medical supplies as well as their time and skills....
June 18 Hearing Seminar
June 18 Hearing Seminar We only have a few spots left for our hearing seminar on June 18, hosted by Dr. Erin Rellinger, Au.D. at 11:00 AM at our Cumberland hearing center! Please click the link below to RSVP. Free food and refreshments are included. This is a great...
5 Signs of Strabismus in Children
5 Signs of Strabismus in Children Strabismus is an eyesight condition which typically develops in childhood. More commonly known as a squint, walleye or crossed eyes, several factors can cause the condition, including genetic predisposition. Individuals with healthy...
Can TV Damage Your Eyesight?
Can TV Damage Your Eyesight? For as long as television has been around, people have been concerned about its affects on eyesight. If you get headaches or your eyes feel tired when you watch TV, these may be signs of nearsightedness or eye fatigue. Myth vs Fact In a...
VisionWalk 2018
VisionWalk 2018 Thank you to everyone who turned out to support Foundation Fighting Blindness with us in April! Contributions from Eye Consultants of Atlanta patients and staff allowed us to raise nearly $40,000 for Foundation Fighting Blindness. It was a great time...
Ophthalmology Through the Ages
Ophthalmology Through the Ages As ophthalmologists, we are deeply interested in both the history and future of the practice of ophthalmology. It is a field with a long history that dates back to the earliest written history available – and which has made remarkable...
Manage Stress in Your Life
Manage Stress in Your Life How Does Stress Affect Your Health? Did you recently experience a breakup? Is there a conflict between you and another family member or friend? Perhaps your mind keeps drifting to a particularly involved project at work. Whatever your...
Protect Your Eyes During Sports
Protect Your Eyes During Sports Protecting Your Eyes During Sports According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, there are more than 40,000 sports-related eye injuries treated in ERs every year. It is important that those who participate in sports have reliable...
The Vision of Cats vs. Dogs
Comparing the Eyesight of Humans, Cats, and Dogs The human eye is incredibly complex. It can receive vast amounts of visual information and has the ability to differentiate between millions of colors. On a clear and starry night, the human eye can see nearly 50 miles...
Learn About Cataracts
Learn About Cataracts What Are Cataracts? According to the National Eye Institute in the United States, more than 30 million Americans are living with cataracts – including 68.3% of all Americans aged 80 or older. This number is projected to grow beyond 50 million...
February – Age Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
February - Age Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month February is Age Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, shedding light on a degenerative condition that destroys the eyesight of nearly 11 million Americans every single year. Medical researchers...
How to Choose a Great Pair of Kid’s Eyeglasses
How to Choose a Great Pair of Kid's Eyeglasses Are you on the hunt for a new pair of kid's eyeglasses? Pediatric eye care doesn't have to be complicated. Promoting eye health and early care is essential for the lifetime health of your children's eyes. Teaching your...