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02/27/2026
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month
Follow the American Academy of Ophthalmology's seven essential steps to take control of your eye health and reduce your risk of AMD.
Step #6- Monitor your sight with an Amsler Grid
This simple, daily routine takes less than one minute and can help people with AMD save more of their vision. Using this grid is essential to finding any vision changes that are not obvious, so you can report them to your ophthalmologist. https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/facts-about-amsler-grid-daily-vision-test
Got Questions About Cataracts? We’ve Got Answers.
Whether you're just starting to notice changes in your vision—or you've already been told you have cataracts—understanding your options can feel overwhelming. That’s why we created this in-depth video with Dr. Goodman, answering the six most common questions patients ask about cataracts.
🎥 In this video, we cover:
🔹 What is a cataract, really?
🔹 How do you know if you have one?
🔹 Should you visit your optometrist for a diagnosis?
🔹 Can you still get cataracts if you have an ICL lens implant?
🔹 What are the different lens options during surgery—standard vs. premium?
🔹 And how are cataracts actually removed? (It’s quicker and easier than you think.)
If you or a loved one is facing cataract surgery—or you're just curious about your eye health—this is a must-watch.
👓 Watch now to learn what to expect and feel confident in your vision care.
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02/25/2026
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month
Follow the American Academy of Ophthalmology's seven essential steps to take control of your eye health and reduce your risk of AMD.
Step #3- Eat a well-balanced diet 🥗🥦🍎🐟🥜
Many studies demonstrate that eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and nutrient-packed foods, such as salmon and nuts, may reduce the risk of AMD. Research also suggests that patients who ate fresh fish, an important source of omega-3s, were at lower risk of developing AMD.
02/24/2026
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month
Follow the American Academy of Ophthalmology's seven essential steps to take control of your eye health and reduce your risk of AMD.
Step #2- Quit smoking 🚭
Numerous studies show smoking increases the risk of developing AMD. Smokers are
twice as likely to develop macular degeneration compared with non-smokers.
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/smokers
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/campaign/tips/quit-smoking/index.html
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
