Ask the Vision Experts: Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Eye Health
by Dr. Luke Barker Does my child still need to have a comprehensive eye exam if she passed her vision screening at her well-child check-up? With back-to-school right around the corner, August is the perfect time for National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. And here’s to hoping the 2021-2022 school year is just a […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: UV Safety
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Eye Health
by Dr. David Tremblay What’s the best UV protection for the eyes? You’ve been told since you were a child that UV light from the sun is harmful. But why? UV rays (both UVA and UVB) damage DNA within the cells in skin and other tissues. This DNA damage results in aging of the cells […]
Read MoreDebunking the Most Common LASIK Myths
At Mann Eye Institute, we love to talk about LASIK. Truthfully, it’s one of our favorite things to talk about! LASIK has been so life-changing for so many people that, frankly, we want the whole world to know about it! When we meet with people at their LASIK consultation, we hear many of the same […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: LASIK
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, LASIK
By Dr. Luke Barker Am I too old for LASIK? I’m 45 and have worn glasses my whole life. Now I need readers, too! Could LASIK help me? Welcome to the magical world of middle age! As we all collect more birthdays, we all grow wiser, more experienced and slowly develop presbyopia. Presbyopia, or “middle-aged […]
Read MoreLASIK Could Take Your Gaming to the Next Level
Posted by: Mann Eye in LASIK, Testimonials
Here at Mann Eye Institute, we just love to help all kinds of people improve their lives with the visual freedom LASIK offers. It never gets old! People looking to simplify their lives and their routines by getting rid of the hassles of glasses and contacts? Yes! People wanting to eliminate the inconvenience and time-suck […]
Read MoreJen Hatmaker Astounded by Her Vision After LASIK
Posted by: Mann Eye in LASIK, Testimonials
You may know Jen Hatmaker as an author, podcaster, speaker, or maybe you recognize her from the HGTV show My Big Family Renovation. Jen, who lives near Austin in a 100-year old farmhouse with her five children, is a social justice activist and serves on the board for Austin New Church, a church she co-founded. […]
Read MoreCataract Awareness Month: Let’s Test Your Cataract Knowledge
Posted by: Mann Eye in Cataracts
The more trips around the sun you take, the more likely it is that you will be faced with cataracts at some point. Cataracts are, to a large degree, an inevitable part of aging. At Mann Eye Institute, we focus a great deal of our practice on the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts. But since […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: Cataracts
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Cataracts
by Dr. David Tremblay What’s the Difference Between Traditional and Laser Cataract Surgery and Does it Really Matter? Cataract surgery has come a long way since the old days when surgeons used a needle to simply (and painfully) push the cataract out of the way. Newer techniques are minimally-invasive with faster healing, less risk and […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: LASIK
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, LASIK
By Dr. Luke Barker Is LASIK safe? When considering any surgery, it is advisable to do your research on the topic and prepare yourself for the evaluation. If you’re considering LASIK, ask friends and family who’ve had the procedure. Consult reputable online resources. Research surgeons and laser technology. Understand the pros and cons of having […]
Read MoreThe OD Advocate: May 2021 Edition
Posted by: Mann Eye in Co-Management
Welcome to the May edition of The OD Advocate, our information-packed monthly newsletter. We hope you’ll enjoy the content we’ve presented, and of course, we’d love to hear your feedback! Surgeon Insights: Cataract Q&A with Brian Wright, MD From femto-assisted cataract surgery to choosing a lens to potential complications, Dr. Wright, Mann Eye surgeon and […]
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