When it comes to your eyes, eye health is the number one priority in ensuring you see your best. Many medical conditions can affect your eyes. Diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and auto-immune disease are just a few of the conditions that can lead to damage in your eyes and or visual system. In addition, there are several medications used to treat medical conditions that can also damage your eyes over time.
This is why the doctors of InSight Eyecare provide you with the highest quality comprehensive eye health exam using the latest technology available. Our doctors are knowledgeable and experienced in early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of eye health conditions. Common conditions we diagnose and manage are:
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Macular Degeneration
- Cataracts
- Corneal Conditions (Keratoconus, EBMD)
- Dry Eye
- Blepharitis
- Hordeola (Stye) and Chalazion
- Retinal Conditions (Vein/Artery Occlusions, ERM/Macular Pucker, Macular Hole)
- Flashes/Floaters (Retinal Detachment, Vitreous Detachment)
- Binocular Vision Disorders
- Eye Infections
- Eye Allergies
- Uveitis/Iritis
You can read more about common eye diseases at the American Optometric Association's website https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-and-vision-conditions
Some eye conditions must be managed by surgical procedures performed by an ophthalmologist. If that is the case for your eye conditions, our optometrists can assist you in getting to the right ophthalmologist for your condition in timely manner.
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?
- Optometrist (OD): An optometrist is a healthcare professional who provides primary vision care. This includes comprehensive eye exams, prescribing glasses and contact lenses, diagnosing and managing common eye conditions, and offering pre- and post-operative care for eye surgeries. Optometrists hold a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree but do not perform major surgery/procedures.
- Ophthalmologist (MD or DO): An ophthalmologist is a physician who specializes in eye care, including performing eye surgeries. They are trained to diagnose and treat the full range of eye diseases and may perform procedures such as cataract removal or retinal repair. Ophthalmologists often specialize in a specific part of the eye or disease and work in partnership with optometrists for ongoing patient care.
Both play important roles in maintaining your eye health!
