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Center For Sight Accepting Applications for Free Cataract Surgeries

Jon Berlie, MD | Mission Cataract

Center For Sight Accepting Applications for Free Cataract SurgeriesDeadline for submission: May 26, 2023 (April 11, 2023, Naples, FL) – Center For Sight, one of the nation’s leading ophthalmology practices, is accepting applications for free cataract surgery through Mission Cataract, an annual event where Center For Sight performs sight-saving cataract surgeries at no-cost for individuals […]

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US Eye/Center For Sight ‘Better Together Employee Relief Fund’ to support team members impacted by Hurricane Ian

At US Eye/Center For Sight we are incredibly proud of our amazing staff who make the impossible possible and change people’s lives, through the gift of sight, every day. Our team was devastated to witness the destruction left behind by Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida, impacting over 300 of our hard-working employees and their families […]

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Floaters After Cataract Surgery: Is It Normal?

Technology surrounding the close up of an eye to examine for floaters after cataract surgery

Cataract surgery can help you see clearly again when cataracts significantly affect your vision, making it hard to see, read, or recognize facial expressions. It’s a procedure where your surgeon removes the eye’s cloudy lens and replaces it with an artificial lens. While cataract surgery can help improve your vision, some patients may notice eye […]

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What Is the Recovery Time for Cataract Surgery?

A birds eye view of a patient undergoing cataract surgery

Vision care starts with consistency, and visiting your optometrist for regular eye exams can help ensure you’re enjoying optimal vision. Your optometrist can also check for the development of eye diseases such as cataracts.  When cataracts advance to a stage where they begin preventing you from activities of daily life such as reading or driving, […]

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Can an Eye Exam Detect Cataracts?

A female optometrist examining an older man's eyes

Cataracts often come with little to no symptoms in their early stages. So, how can preventative eye care keep us ahead of potential eye problems? There are several ways that your optometrist can test your eyes for cataracts. Typically, a comprehensive eye exam includes testing for cataracts and other potential issues with your eyes. Receiving […]

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Can You Drive After Cataract Surgery?

A first-person view of an older person driving a car

As our eyes age, developing cataracts is a normal occurrence. This leads to cataract surgery being a common procedure. Generally, the recovery time is quick after cataract surgery—1 to 3 days on average. In some cases, it can take a couple of weeks. But how soon can you drive afterward? Unfortunately, there isn’t a set […]

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How Does LASIK Work?

A surgeon performing laser eye surgery on a patient

Whether you’re self-conscious about wearing glasses or hate the inconvenience of using contacts, there are multiple reasons to consider eye surgery for vision correction. As medical science progresses, the options get better and more affordable all the time. Unfortunately, not everyone can get LASIK because certain things increase the risk of complications. This is why […]

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8 Center For Sight Physicians Named to Castle Connolly’s 2022 “TOP DOCTORS” List

(Sarasota, FL – Mar. 17, 2022) – Eight Center For Sight physicians have been named to the 2022 list of “Top Doctors” published by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd.  Castle Connolly connects patients with best-in-class healthcare, providing consumers with trusted lists of exceptional medical professionals. A peer-driven nomination process is followed by rigorous research, vetting, and […]

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How Long Does It Take To Recover from Cataract Surgery

As we age, our body changes, including our eyes.  Cataracts often develop due to aging, and the only way to remove them is with surgery. Laser cataract surgery may sound daunting, but it typically takes 5 minutes to perform!  When it comes to recovery, it’s short and uncomplicated as long as you are in good […]

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Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?

When cataracts obscure your vision, surgery is one of your only options. Your doctor can help you recover your vision, but medical procedures can be costly. If you have Medicare, can it help cover the cost of your cataract surgery?  Continue reading to learn more about cataract surgery, including how it works and how you […]

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