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Can I Have Cataract Surgery If I Have Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is caused by fluid pressure inside the eye that can damage the optic nerve, leading to partial or total vision loss. Individuals living with glaucoma can also develop cataracts, and when these two eye conditions happen concurrently, vision is dramatically impaired. Patients often ask if it is safe to have cataract surgery while living

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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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WATCH: Dr. Riordan Explains BlephEx Dry Eye Treatment on News4Jax

News4Jax Describes BlephEx Dry Eye Treatment as a ‘Spa Day’ for Your Eyes Did you know that dry eyes can be a symptom of menopause? That’s what the women of River City Live and the Uncluttered and Unfiltered Podcast learned while discussing their own discomfort with Florida Eye Specialists dry eye expert Dr. Kimberly Riordan. 

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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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Why Women Have More Eye Disease Than Men

Why Women Have More Eye Disease Than Men

According to the National Eye Institute, two out of every three cases of blindness or vision problems occur in women. Studies from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) show that women are more likely to develop certain eye diseases, like age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, glaucoma and dry eye. Women face unique risk factors and

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