RLE
Ophthalmologist Surgeon joins Cascadia Eye
Posted in Mount Vernon, Practice News, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Surgery



Cascadia Eye is pleased to introduce Andrew Sumnicht, MD, our newest expert ophthalmologist. Formerly at a large Seattle vision clinic, Dr. Sumnicht joins our local, independent practice starting in August. He is skilled at comprehensive medical eye care and specializes in cataract surgery, including complex cases with multifocal and toric lenses. Dr. Sumnicht is board-certified… Read More
Andrew Sumnicht, MD
After practicing in a large ophthalmology clinic in Seattle, Dr. Andrew Sumnicht came to Cascadia Eye to be a part of local, independent practice. As an ophthalmologist, he brings comprehensive medical eye care and surgical care to several of our neighborhood clinics. Dr. Sumnicht graduated magna cum laude from Whitworth University in 2014 and moved… Read More
Freedom from glasses and contacts! RLE at Cascadia Eye.
RLE Q&A Night& Free Dinner Thurs, Sept 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.China City Restaurant33185 WA-20, Oak Harbor We will contact you soon to reserve your space.Since space is limited, your seat is not confirmeduntil we contact you.
How to Avoid Cataracts
Posted in Bellingham, Dry Eyes, Eye Blog, Eye-Opening, Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Surgery, Whidbey


by Dan Siapco MD My retired partner and founder of Cascadia Eye, Nannette Crowell, always told her patients, “You will get cataracts if you live long enough.” Cataracts are a part of the aging process. You may find yourself with an operable cataract at an early age or, if you are an average American, at… Read More
Free RLE Q&A Night
Posted in Bellingham, Contact lenses, Events, Eyeglasses, Fluctuating Vision, Medical, Mount Vernon, Practice News, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Surgery, Whidbey


Do you want to be less dependent on glasses and contact lenses? Learn more about achieving customized vision correction with Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) at this event hosted by our experienced surgeon, Dr. Carlindo Pereira. You will find out what RLE really is, have the chance to ask questions, and find out whether you are… Read More
Selecting Monovision for Cataract Surgery
Posted in Bellingham, Contact lenses, Eye Blog, Eye-Opening, Eyeglasses, Medical, Mount Vernon, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood, Surgery, Whidbey


By Dan Siapco, MD Monovision is a Proven Concept Cataract surgeons have strategically used the concept of monovision lenses with cataract surgeries for several decades now. It minimizes dependence on glasses, has proven to be extremely safe, and improves results for many patients. But what is monovision? What is Presbyopia? Before we proceed, you need… Read More
Cascadia Eye Video Library
Welcome to our ophthalmology eye care video library, a place where our own local doctors and medical experts can share our expertise. This is your center for learning more about what to expect, as well as helpful tips and tricks to keep your healthiest vision! From our patients Optical Tips and Tricks Learn about Eye… Read More
Refractive Lens Exchange
What could RLE surgery do for me? Instead of being dependent on having glasses or contacts at all times for all of your visual needs–at near, (seeing the menu, checking your texts), intermediate, (seeing your computer or piano) and, distance, (driving, watching a movie), you have another option. Our skilled and experienced surgeons can remove… Read More