What is a Glaucoma Stent? Benefits of Treatment
At Florida Eye Specialists, we’re proud to offer cutting-edge glaucoma stent treatments like the XEN Gel Stent and iTrack Advance. Learn more.
May 2, 2024
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New Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery Device Now at FES
The new iTrack Advance device for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) can help adult patients with open-angle glaucoma.
March 4, 2024
Glaucoma vs Cataracts: What Do You Need to Know?
Our eyes, like all other body parts, become more susceptible to disease as we age. The most common vision-related problems in older adults are glaucoma and cataracts. In fact, these are two of the most common causes of vision loss in the world.
January 5, 2024
When a Red Eye Isn’t Just a Red Eye: Glaucoma Patient Story
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and result in gradual vision loss or permanent blindness if left untreated. While some patients have this eye disease on its own, glaucoma can also occur as a secondary condition.
January 9, 2023
Glaucoma Myths: Everything You Need to Know
If you have symptoms of glaucoma or were recently diagnosed, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed or confused. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding the condition that make it difficult to find the right treatments.
January 5, 2023
Dr. Shetty Explains New Glaucoma Treatment on News4Jax
Dr. Rajesh Shetty, an ophthalmologist at Florida Eye Specialists, was among the first doctors to use the innovative Xen Gel Stent, a new method of glaucoma surgery that is safer and much faster. This new treatment helped save a woman’s vision in her left eye. Dr. Shetty sat down with local TV news station News4Jax
July 14, 2022
XEN Gel Stent Glaucoma Treatment: Dr. Shetty Explains
By Rajesh K. Shetty, M.D. Nearly 3 million Americans have glaucoma. The prevalence of the disease has been on the rise for the last two decades, a rise that will continue in our aging population. As a glaucoma specialist, I feel fortunate to be practicing during a time when our treatment options have advanced tremendously.
January 19, 2022
Is Glaucoma Hereditary? Risk Factors, Treatment Options
Glaucoma is a degenerative eye disease that affects more than three million Americans. Because the disease is typically asymptomatic until the later stages of its progression, it is critical to have regular, dilated eye exams, especially if you have risk factors. Though it is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, early detection
January 17, 2022
Does Cataract Surgery Help Glaucoma? What You Need to Know
An estimated 15% of the 3.5 million patients who undergo cataract surgery also have primary open-angle glaucoma. Recent studies have shown that cataract surgery can provide benefits for future glaucoma management in patients. Learn more about how cataract surgery can help glaucoma below. Could I Have Cataract Surgery If I Have Glaucoma? Many patients worry
September 7, 2021
Glaucoma Symptoms and Causes
Glaucoma, widely known as the “sneak thief of sight,” is a group of eye diseases that can gradually and unknowingly steal your vision. Millions of Americans have glaucoma, yet many are unaware they have the disease since the symptoms are often unnoticeable at first. Protect your eyes from vision loss through routine eye exams and
August 13, 2021
Glaucoma Risk, Treatment Options, and Stats
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s estimated that 3-million Americans have glaucoma. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness, characterized by symptoms including eye pain, redness, and blurred vision. While it can’t be cured, glaucoma treatment includes measures you can take to slow or prevent total vision loss. These glaucoma facts
March 18, 2021
3 Ways Diabetes Affects Your Vision
Did you know that 60 percent of people with diabetes skip their annual eye exam? While it’s important to take care of your eyes at any point in time, it’s even more crucial if you have diabetes. Diabetes and vision clearly correlate. Meaning the disease has the potential to lead to crippling eye conditions that
November 11, 2020
