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Cataract Surgery Gave Engin Serpersu His Confidence Back

Cataract Surgery Gave Engin His Confidence Back

Engin Serpersu’s career required clear vision. When he began struggling with blurry eyesight and constantly changing glasses, he turned to the cataract specialists in Jacksonville, FL at Florida Eye Specialists. After undergoing cataract surgery with Dr. Francis and getting the Light Adjustable Lens™ he was able to fine-tune his vision post-surgery. Now he’s back doing

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Can Cataracts Be Reversed? Myths & Facts About Treatment Options

Blurry vision, trouble seeing at night, or feeling like your glasses just aren’t working anymore – these are common signs of cataracts, a condition that affects millions of adults as they age. According to the National Eye Institute, more than half of all Americans will have cataracts or undergo cataract surgery by age 80.  But

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Does Everyone Get Cataracts? Cataract Causes and Risk Factors

Does Everyone Get Cataracts? Yes, everyone develops cataracts with age. Cataracts are a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. While most people start noticing symptoms in their 60s or 70s, they can begin in your 40s and 50s or even younger, depending on other causes. By understanding the risk factors, symptoms, and

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Now at Palm Coast & St. Augustine: Adjustable Cataract Lens Light Delivery Treatments

Adjustable Cataract Lens Light Delivery Treatments – Now at Five Locations We are thrilled to announce that Florida Eye Specialists has acquired two additional state-of-the-art Light Delivery Devices for our Light Adjustable Lens procedures. These cutting-edge devices are now available at five locations including St. Augustine, Southpoint, Mandarin, Palm Coast, and Fernandina Beach to better

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Cataract Sunglasses: How to Protect Your Sight

Cataract Sunglasses: How to Protect Your Sight

Living in the Sunshine State, we’re exposed to strong UV rays — and unfortunately, UV light accelerates cataract formation. Many patients ask if they need cataract sunglasses before or after surgery to protect their sight. To find out, we sat down with Christian Guier, OD, a board-certified optometrist with our team at Florida Eye Specialists. 

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WATCH: Life-Changing Light Adjustable Lens Experience on News4Jax

Life-Changing Results With the Light Adjustable Lens Florida Eye Specialists patient Kathy Pumphrey is one of more than 1,000 people in the Jacksonville area to get the new Light Adjustable Lens for her cataract surgery. This groundbreaking technology has allowed her to see without glasses for the first time. Kathy sat down with local TV

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Fine-Tuning Vision After Cataract Surgery With the Light Adjustable Lens

Cataract surgery is a significant step towards achieving clearer vision, but what if the results aren’t quite what you expected? Think of it like getting a new pair of glasses: you wouldn’t settle for lenses that don’t give you perfect clarity. Fortunately, the Light Adjustable Lens offers a unique solution, allowing your vision to be

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