Continuing Education in Las Vegas

I recently attended a continuing education conference in Las Vegas. Since it was a large conference, the education was exceptionally high quality. High quality continuing education allows me to offer the best in family eyecare. I am anxious to put into practice some new things I learned about:

• treatment of dry eye and how nutritional supplements can help
• treatment of corneal infiltrates and ulcers
• macular degeneration and how nutritional supplements can help

My wife Rhonda and I also saw The Jersey Boys while we were there. It was awesome. It is coming to Pittsburgh this December. If you like Broadway shows, check it out.

I ran 17 miles one morning. 17 miles on the Vegas strip is hard. Lots of people all spread out on the sidewalks. You have to get up real early in the morning to be able to run.

Are all WalMart Optometrists the same?

The answer is no. (Same answer and argument can be made for the question: Are all optometrists the same.)

As a patient, you cannot walk into every WalMart Vision Center and expect the same level of care. Each optometrist is independent. The level of care available depends on the amount of investment the independent optometrist is willing to do. In my case, I have invested in digital visual acuity charts, electronic medical records, a digital retinal camera, a digital anterior segment camera, a corneal topographer, ocutouch patient education software, and a macuscope to evaluate for risk of macular degeneration.

I also have many years of experience and take excessive amounts of continuing medical education. I practice to the fullest extent of my license which means diagnosing and treating eye disease. In addition, I move patients into the latest in contact lens technology allowing for the most comfortable and healthy wearing experience.

So, when looking for an optometrist, please realize that all optometrists do not have the same amount of advanced instrumentation available to take care of your eyes. At the Uniontown WalMart, we are on the forefront of instrumentation and contact lens technology.

New Macular Degeneration Test in Uniontown

Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of legal blindness in the world today. Currently affecting more than 30 million people worldwide, it is expected that this number will double in the next 20 to 30 years. Degeneration of the macula, the portion of the eye that is responsible for central vision tasks such as reading and driving, is the one of the major contributors of AMD. Early detection of one of the major risk factors of AMD, PRIOR TO SYMPTOMATOLOGY occurring, and monitoring its status are critical to preserving one's vision. Previously, a proactive approach was not possible. Now, with the development of the MacuScope™, it is! With the use of our patented device, deficiencies in the macula are detectable, treatable and can be accurately monitored.

Stop into our Uniontown office today to learn more about the macuscope. Or call 724-438-7550 to set up your appointment today!