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by DANIELA FERNANDEZ, O.D.Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida July is UV Awareness Month, a great reminder that protecting your eyes is just as important as protecting your skin. When people think about sun protection, they often remember sunscreen but forget about their eyes. Just like your skin, your eyes can be damaged by ultraviolet (UV) rays from the […]

Thrombophlebitis is an inflammatory process that causes a blood clot to block a vein. It happens  more commonly in the legs, but it can happen in any part of the body like the wall of the abdomen. When it occurs in a vein near the skin surface, it is called superficial thrombophlebitis and this develops

by WILLIAM CORKINS, O.D., Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida June is Cataract Awareness Month – it is important to understand what a “ripe cataract” is. Throughout my career I have heard this statement from my patients which I tell them is not true. The first thing I want patients to know is that we all develop

Physical activity helps to burn calories, increase the heart rate, and keep blood flowing at a healthy rate.   A regular exercise routine may reduce the risk of stroke, which is the fourth-leading cause of death in America. Studies have also shown that patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) may be successfully treated with supervised

by RYAN PEARDON, O.D.  The human eye is roughly the size of a quarter, yet it is incredibly complex. For you to have clear, functional vision, several different structures must be healthy and working in harmony. Think of an eye exam as a “bumper-to-bumper” safety check for your sight. Here are the primary tests we use to ensure your

Diabetes mellitus is a disease that affects the body’s ability to absorb glucose, which is a form of sugar and a major source of energy. There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. Both cause high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. High blood sugar causes many of the long-term effects of

Varicose veins are superficial veins that appear knotty and — unless painful, achy, or inflamed — may not need to be treated. Varicose veins usually become more apparent with age and are the price humans pay for standing erect, as opposed to monkeys who walk on all four legs. Spider veins appear at the surface

by MURRAY FALKNER, O.D. Good vision is something most people take for granted until it begins to fade, yet the health of our eyes is deeply connected to the nutrients we consume every day. Just as the heart, bones, and brain rely on specific vitamins and minerals to function well, the eyes require their own

While most people are familiar with the devastating consequences smoking has on their lungs (COPD, cancer), heart (coronary artery disease), or brain (stroke), its direct relation to limb loss escapes public attention! For far too many smokers, the first time they learn of the connection with limb loss is when a vascular surgeon diagnoses them

by RYAN PEARDON, O.D. Contact lenses, when used properly, are a safe and effective method to provide good vision for those who require vision correction. However, poor compliance can wreak havoc on your eyes and vision. Here are some tips to protect your eyes and maximize your vision with contact lenses: 1. Follow your replacement