- Pediatric CarePrior to joining Bend Ophthalmology, she practiced for eight years at Bend Memorial Clinic. Dr. Balcer enjoys the variety that practicing optometry brings, from pediatrics to contact lenses to treating ocular disease. She enjoys connecting with her patients on a personal level and establishing relationships that last for years.
- GlaucomaBend Ophthalmology is a multispecialty ophthalmology clinic that provides a full range of ophthalmic care. We offer a complete range of eye care services including comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment and surgery, diabetic and macular degeneration care, and lid surgeries. We have 2 board-certified ophthalmologists and two optometric physicians.
- OphthalmologyThe mission of Bend Ophthalmology is to protect, preserve and improve the vision of our patients. We promote a patient-centered approach to provide quality eye care.
- Macular DegenerationIt is beneficial for children to wear UV blocking sunglasses when outdoors. This will help your child enjoy a lifetime of good vision and possibly minimize their risk of developing Cataracts and Macular Degeneration as adults.
- Laser Eye SurgeryHe has expertise in complex forms of cataract surgery including patients with a previous history of trauma, eye surgery or eye inflammation.
- CataractsDr. Dimmig has worked with the Himalayan Cataract Project in Ethiopia since 2012. The Himalayan Cataract Project funds education of ophthalmic surgeons in Asia and Africa via skills transfer outreach programs.
- Cataract SurgeryDr. Dimmig specializes in cataract and glaucoma surgery. He is performing premium intraocular lens surgery with the latest technologies that can limit need for glasses after cataract surgery. He has 20 years of experience with glaucoma surgeries, including trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage devices. He also performs MIGS (microinvasive glaucoma surgery) regularly with his cataract surgeries to help lower intraocular pressure including the iStent.
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Blepharoplasty