Understanding Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
An aneurysm is a weakening or dilatation in a part of an artery. About 15,000...
A Guide to Over-the-Counter Artificial Tears for Dry Eye
by Chelsea Hollier, O.D. Dry eye disease, also known as Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, is a prevalent...
3 Options for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Management
In the previous two columns, I discussed aneurysms that occur in the aorta situated in...
Doc, What Are These Floating Things I Am Seeing?
by DANIELA FERNANDEZ, O.D. Floaters are small specks or particles that float within the vitreous...
Aortic Dissection: Diagnosis and Management
In the June article, we discussed aortic dissection, its symptoms, and its classification. Let’s discuss...
Hindsight Is 20/20, so Prioritize Eye Safety Now
by TERRANCE HAFNER, O.D. The eyes are one of the most important organs in our...
Aortic Dissection: Rare and Potentially Deadly
Aortic dissection is a tear in the inner layer of the aorta, the main blood...
Vision Myths, Debunked!
by ANISA PATAIL, O.D. Whether it’s an old wives’ tale or something a friend mentioned...
Suffering From Lymphedema? Learn More About This Common Condition
Lymphedema is swelling caused by obstruction or reflux in the lymphatic vessels and is one...
Visual Wellness in the Workplace: A Prescription for Proper Home Office Ergonomics
by Daniel Smith, O.D. In the realm of visual health, the significance of proper workplace...
What on Earth Is Ischemic Optic Neuropathy?
by EDWARD ATTAWAY, O.D. Ischemic optic neuropathy may seem like a complex term, but it...
Lower Extremity Swelling May Be Linked to Venous Insufficiency
The abnormal buildup of fluid in the body is called edema. Edema is commonly seen...
Caution: Certain Eye Drops May Cause You Problems!
by WILLIAM CORKINS, OD When the FDA approves eye drops, the drops are required to...
Proper Foot Care Goes a Long Way for Diabetics
More than 25% of American seniors have diabetes and 10 to 15% of people with...
There’s More Than Meets the (Red) Eye
February is here, and Valentine’s Day is around the corner! We see red hearts everywhere...
Take a Deep Dive Into Deep Venous Thrombosis
Deep venous thrombosis is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people. This is...
Antiplatelet and Anticoagulation Therapy
With the increase in longevity and improvement in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, a sizable...
Celebrating Glaucoma Awareness Month
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease where the optic...
Smoking Hurts More Than Your Lungs
I cannot really believe that the holidays are upon us already. This year has been...
What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration, or AMD?
by NADER MOINFAR, M.D., M.P.H. Geographic atrophy (GA) is an advanced form of dry age-related...
