Fairfield County Ophthalmologist Leslie Doctor, M.D. shared the excitement regarding the upcoming solar eclipse, but recommended eye safety be a part of the plan for viewing the event.
My sense is that the mild Connecticut winter, along with basic climate change is driving an earlier allergy season in Fairfield County," noted Leslie Doctor, M.D., a Corneal Specialist, Cataract and LASIK Surgeon.
Corneal Specialist Leslie Doctor, M.D. commented on the effect of the fall season change on ragweed pollen eye allergy sufferers. "Almost as if on cue as the summer season transitions to fall, the frequency of phone calls and the number of patient visits from Fairfield County residents complaining about itchy, watery eyes starts to spike."
"As we get closer to pollen season in Fairfield County, it is interesting to note that it seems as if every year we are seeing more and more patients bothered by itchy, watery, red eyes," commented Ophthalmologist & Corneal Specialist Leslie Doctor, M.D.
If you think or know that you are eligible for a tax refund and want to apply it to pay for LASIK, there are some things to know and simple steps to take.
"Being that November is American Diabetes Month, it is an important time to connect with patients throughout our community and offer reminders of ways to help prevent vision loss from diabetic eye problems," noted Ophthalmologist Leslie Doctor, M.D.
Doctor & Associates reminded patients that Fairfield County eyeglass and contact lens wearers can still take advantage of employer Flex Plans to make the price and cost of LASIK affordable.
"August is Cataract Awareness Month and so we certainly want to highlight the symptoms of cataracts that can affect seniors with cataracts," said Leslie Doctor, M.D. of Doctor & Associates in Connecticut.
As laser cataract surgery continues to grow in popularity, some patients and even some cataract surgeons are unaware of why the femtosecond laser is an important surgical tool for even the most experienced cataract surgeons.
"For patients who have had eye surgery such as LASIK or cataract surgery, it is important to remember to wear UV protecting eyewear and sunglasses as they are enticed to explore our Connecticut seacoast in the upcoming warmer weather," shared Corneal Specialist & Cataract Surgeon Leslie Doctor, M.D.
In recognition of Prevent Blindness America designating January as National Glaucoma Awareness Month building community awareness of the risks is important in helping patients avoid vision loss.
Fairfield County eyeglass and contact lens wearers will find that the continuing availability of employer Flex Plans can help make the cost of LASIK surgery affordable even in challenging economic times.
Leslie Doctor M.D., Medical Director of Doctor & Associates, serving Fairfield County and southern Connecticut with offices in Westport, Wilton and Norwalk is pleased to announce that Ocular Immunology and Uveitis specialist, Claudia Castiblanco, M.D. has joined the Ophthalmology staff at their practice.
"It is becoming quite apparent that there is an increase in prevalence of cataracts in Fairfield County that pretty much mirrors the increase in the prevalence of cataracts nationally which is driven by the baby boomer population aging," commented Dr. Leslie Doctor.
Leslie Doctor, M.D. a Cornea Specialist, Cataract & LASIK surgeon in Fairfield County, Connecticut has been selected and included in the Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list for 2013 as one of the Top Ophthalmologists in the Nation.
"Sunglasses for UV eye protection should be considered more than simply a fashion accessory," emphasized Leslie Doctor, M.D. of Doctor & Associates in Westfield, Connecticut.
Doctor & Associates invites anyone over the age of 21 to participate in their "Awful Glasses Contest" by going to www.facebook.com/doctorandassociates.
"As we begin 2012, we are making raising awareness about glaucoma a priority'" stated Connecticut Ophthalmologist Leslie Doctor, M.D. of Doctor & Associates with offices located in Westport, Norwalk and Wilton.
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