Written By: Daniel Porter Reviewed By: J Kevin McKinney MD, G Atma Vemulakonda, MD Mar. 16, 2021 How will eye surgery or an eye condition will impact your fitness routine? That’s a great question! I know you want to stay active, some exercise may do more harm than good. Here are general guidelines that may help you—but […]
Get Up-Close and Personal with Dr. Darrell White After Cataract Surgery
Dr. White had an awesome experience in cataract surgery last week with the newly acquired Ngenuity® 3D Visualization System by Alcon at The Surgery Center in Middleburg Heights, Ohio! Watch this video. […]
FAQ: Cataracts
Think you may be at risk for developing cataracts? Here is an overview of the most frequently asked questions about cataracts, including potential cataract treatment and congenital cataracts. Give our office a call and schedule an appointment to have your questions answered! What are cataracts? Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s natural lens and […]
Dr. White talks to The Washington Post
You’re not imagining it. Masks can make your eyes feel dry. Here’s what to do. “Mask-associated dry eye” is an emerging phenomenon, but experts say the condition is easily managed and should not be a reason to stop wearing face coverings. Excerpt: The “Ah-ha” moment: The sight of the man’s steamed-up glasses coupled with his […]
Vision Development and Children
Childhood is a critical time for vision development. Nearly 80% of what a child learns in school is presented visually. Arguably making vision the most important of the five senses. Visual skills start developing during pregnancy and continue to evolve and develop as a child grows. Undetected vision problems can cause developmental and educational delays […]
Ophthalmologists Anticipate a School Year Marked by Complaints of Eye Strain
The American Academy of Ophthalmology shares back-to-online school checklist to protect kids’ eyes from too much screen time American Academy of Ophthalmology Aug 13, 2020, 16:59 ET SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — When COVID-19 first shut classrooms in the spring, we got a glimpse into […]
Eye Allergies in Every Season
Eye allergies are caused by the same substances that give you a runny nose and sneezing. Individuals with seasonal allergies typically experience various reactions to their allergens such as sneezing, itchy eyes, or a headache. Symptoms of eye allergies include itching, redness, burning, and clear watery discharge. Additionally, you may notice dark circles under the […]
Dry Eye Awareness Month!
It’s Dry Eye Awareness Month! Listen to Dr. White and other eye doctors talk about their own Dry Eye! It’s Dry Eye Awareness Month! This original video features 10 leading eye doctors – optometrists and ophthalmologists – who both treat and suffer from dry eye disease. Watch and listen as they share their personal and […]
Prevent Glaucoma: Regular Eye Exams
Did you know, half of Americans with glaucoma don’t know they have it? Glaucoma is often called a silent thief of sight because the early stages often have no symptoms. In the US glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is an eye disease damaging the optic nerve in the eye; […]
Prescription, Polarized, and Performance Sunglasses
Sunglasses help protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays from the sun. The most important feature to look for in sunglasses is blocking 100% of UVA and UVB rays. However, there are many other features of sunglasses you can select to meet the needs of your lifestyle. Here is a brief overview of prescription, […]
