Macular Degeneration: What You Need to Know

The small area of the retina that is responsible for clear central vision and our ability to see detail is called the macula.  In age-related macular degeneration, also called AMD or ARMD, the macula becomes damaged, resulting in central vision loss. Macular...
What’s that lump or bump on my eye?

What’s that lump or bump on my eye?

Have you ever had a lump or bump on your eyelid?  These little things can be quite bothersome.  Whether it is painful, irritating, or simply a cosmetic annoyance, an eyelid bump can be addressed by your eye care provider.     What Is a Stye? A...
How Much Do You Know About Cataracts?

How Much Do You Know About Cataracts?

Directly behind the iris, there is a structure called the lens.  This lens helps the eye’s optical system to focus an image.  The lens is normally a clear structure which allows light to pass easily through it, helping us see a clear, crisp image....