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10 Eye Puns That Totally Aren’t Cornea
Posted in Eye Blog, Mount Vernon, Pediatrics, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Whidbey
Understanding Open and Closed Angle Glaucoma
Posted in Eye Blog, Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Whidbey
You probably have heard of open angle and angle closure glaucoma. But what is the difference? First of all, we need to know what glaucoma is. Glaucoma is a group of diseases that causes damage to the optic nerve, resulting in peripheral vision loss and eventually leading to permanent blindness if not treated appropriately. It… Read More
Shield Your Eyes: Summer Safety Tips
Posted in Eye Blog, Mount Vernon, Pediatrics, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Whidbey
by Roy Gordon, OD Summer in the Pacific Northwest is an exciting time. The calendar is filled quickly with things like barbecues, travel plans and recreational activities. Before seizing every opportunity to enjoy the weather, take a moment to consider these tips to keep your summer eyes healthy and safe all season long. Wear sunglasses to… Read More
New Ophthalmology Clinic Now Open in Mount Vernon
Posted in Anacortes, Bellingham, Events, Mount Vernon, Optical, Practice News, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Whidbey
Prepare to see the world through clearer eyes with the unveiling of a brand new ophthalmology clinic on Market Street. Nestled conveniently in the heart of our vibrant Mount Vernon, this modern clinic is geared towards meeting the diverse eye health needs of our community. Staffed by a dedicated team of experienced ophthalmologists and optometrists,… Read More
Eye Care in Mount Vernon – Market Street
Welcome to our modern and centrally-located ophthalmology office on Market Street in Mount Vernon. Our experienced and friendly ophthalmologists and optometrists are here to help. At Market Street you will find our dedicated Laser Center where we perform LASIK and other refracive surgeries. You will also find a wide range of services including comprehensive eye… Read More
Choosing a Lens for My Eye Surgery
Posted in Bellingham, Eye Blog, Medical, Mount Vernon, Refractive Lens Exchange, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Surgery, Whidbey
I’m considering cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange (RLE) but there are too many options to consider for my lens choice. What lens should I pick? Having cataract surgery or RLE is a significant decision and you have finally decided to proceed. There seem to be so many ways to have the procedure done that… Read More
Lenses First
As optical professionals, we start the design of your new eyewear by selecting different types of lenses. This is why online eyewear does not work for most patients. There are limits to frame selections based on your lens prescriptions. Lens Styles Single Vision These lenses are great for young people who do not need any… Read More
Seeing Well
Posted in Bellingham, Contact lenses, Dry Eyes, Eye Blog, Eye Exam, Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Whidbey
Changing course in life is often something people try to avoid. I’ve recently made a change professionally to leave one post as an optometrist I held for 10 years. Although I still help people to see well, I joined a new team of eye care providers at Cascadia Eye, with five locations throughout the North… Read More
Heart Health and Your Eyes
Posted in Bellingham, Eye Blog, Eye-Opening, Medical, Mount Vernon, Whidbey
By: Dr. Ernesto Golez III Hearts and Eyes Happy Heart Health Month! Did you know that your eyes can tell you about your heart health? The heart delivers oxygen and essential nutrients to the different parts of the body, including the eyes. Thus, any problems with the heart’s functioning will eventually affect the functioning of… Read More
Whidbey Vision Clinic and Cascadia Eye
IMPORTANT NOTICE:WHIDBEY VISION CLINIC AND CASCADIA EYE HAVE MERGED Jan 2023 – To our valued Whidbey Vision Care patients; this letter will provide valuable information about your eye care medical records, accessing your eye doctor and obtaining future eye care. Please read and bookmark this page for future reference. Your medical records are now in… Read More