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Sunshine has been called the best antidepressant, the best medicine, and the best disinfectant. We couldn’t survive or thrive without it. Just make sure you’re soaking in those rays healthfully. “All things in moderation,” as Benjamin Franklin opined. Shore up your sunny activities by learning the good and bad sides of sunshine. The Good Natural […]

All men and women are created equal … but not all eyes are. As we celebrate our nation’s birthday, we’re taking stock of all we appreciate about these United States. Our LASIK patients have one extra thing to be grateful for: visual freedom. Freedom from glasses and contacts, freedom from worry and freedom from the […]

June is Cataract Awareness Month. If you’re entering middle age or your senior years, the month is a reminder to become familiar with what cataracts are, your own risks of developing them, the signs and symptoms of cataracts, and what your treatment options are. Cataracts are extremely common. Approximately half of us will have them […]

Since 1998, laser-assisted-keratomileusis (LASIK) has helped millions of people across the globe achieve better vision without relying on eyeglasses or contact lenses. LASIK surgery is used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism and is recommended for people who are at least 18 years old, have stable vision, and no serious health conditions. These conditions apply […]

Human beings have a remarkable ability to adapt. So remarkable, in fact, that we often make subtle adjustments to compensate for changes without being aware we’re doing it or without sharing concerns with others. Alert loved ones can spot changes in behavior in each other that could signal problems that need to be addressed. If […]

Aside from the gift of life our moms gave us, there are few gifts greater than the freedom and independence that comes with improved vision. If you’re considering LASIK for your mom or yourself this Mother’s Day, she’ll be in good hands with Eye Specialty Group. Learn why so many moms trust us with their […]

Eyes are so easy to injure … but the good news is that they are also so easy to protect. While April is Sports Eye Safety Month, it’s a good time to remind all of us (sports enthusiasts or not) it doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult to prevent injuries to your eyes. Just […]

Spring is a time of renewal … Are you renewing your interest in LASIK? If you’ve thought about laser eye surgery but have yet to make your move, here are five things to consider when planning an investment in LASIK. A 20-year-old who spends an average of just $300 per year on prescription eyeglasses will […]

Here comes the sun … are you ready for it? More importantly, are your eyes ready? If you have ever considered permanent vision correction, you may have asked yourself, “When is the best time for LASIK?” Everyone’s schedule is different, but in terms of the best time of year for LASIK, many patients choose spring. […]

So, it’s springtime (yay!) and dry eye syndrome is once again rearing its ugly head (BOO….). If you have long suspected a connection between these two things, you’re right. Spring is when most people with allergies experience the worst of their symptoms. Pollen counts typically peak in April and May, which is also when we […]

Did you know that some of the most common causes of blindness in the United States are preventable? So, what can you do to make sure you preserve your vision for as long as possible? Some preventive measures are simpler and easier than you might think. Here, we discuss four leading causes of blindness and […]

LASIK patients can’t stop gushing about their new vision. After the heartbreak of glasses and contacts, permanent vision correction allows them to see the many splendored things they’ve been missing. How do patients love LASIK? Let us count the ways! Here are 5 reasons: 1. There’s more of LASIK to love. That is, modern LASIK […]

We’re Podcasting! Just click the link and listen to our specialists discussing topics like signs and symptoms of eye diseases, how to improve your dry eye symptoms, what’s the difference between LASIK and PRK, plus so much more.

We are very proud to share the results! The ASOA Board of Directors election concluded on January 5th and the results have been certified. The ASOA Board had two vacancies, with terms of office starting on April 12, 2018. The election results are as follows: ASOA Board of Directors: (Term 2018 – 2020) Thomas Brown, […]

April is National Retina Awareness Month! Warning Signs of a Damaged Retina If you feel you are having issues with your retina, it is extremely important to contact one of our Memphis ophthalmologists. The longer retinal detachment goes untreated, the greater your risk of permanent vision loss in the affected eye. Warning signs of retinal […]

By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter (WebMD) WEDNESDAY, Nov. 15, 2017 (HealthDay News) — You probably know that exercise benefits your heart and waistline. But how about your vision? Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles analyzed long-term data on American adults, and found that the most physically active folks were 73 percent less likely to develop glaucoma than the least active […]

Taking Care of Your Eyes This Halloween Halloween is coming, and for many, the spooky holiday means opportunities to dress up in costumes and pretend to be whatever one can imagine, from scary witches to astronauts, kitty cats to celebrities. It’s always exciting and fun to pretend to be someone else for a while and […]

Posted October 23, 2017 LASIK The LASIK success rate – or LASIK outcomes – is well understood with literally thousands of clinical studies looking at visual acuity and patient satisfaction. The latest research reports 99 percent of patients achieve better than 20/40 vision and more than 90 percent achieve 20/20 or better. In addition, LASIK […]