- GlaucomaOften called “the silent thief of sight,” glaucoma is an increase in the intraocular pressure of the eyes, which causes damage to the optic nerve with no signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to a decrease in peripheral vision and eventually blindness.
- Macular DegenerationMacular degeneration is a chronic, progressive disease that gradually destroys sharp central vision due to a deterioration of the macula, a tiny spot in the central portion of your retina comprised of millions of light-sensing cells. Because it is so commonly associated with aging, it is also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). There are two forms of AMD called “dry,” most common and with no known treatment, and “wet,” less common and treated with laser procedures. Genetic testing is now available to help identify those most likely to develop “wet” macular degeneration.
- Laser Eye SurgeryDr. Guy Nishizawa is an alumnus of Castle High School and completed his undergraduate work at Pacific University. He graduated from Pacific’s College of Optometry with his degree in 1978. Dr. Nishizawa is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Hawaii Optometric Association (HOA). He is certified to treat diseases of the eye and co-manage refractive (LASIK) surgery; he also serves as a panel doctor with the Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. He is a past President of the Hawaii Optometric Association, served on the Hawaii State Board of Examiners in Optometry, and has also participated as a Clinical Examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. In 1991, Dr. Nishizawa was named Optometrist of the Year by the HOA. He is also a past President of the Rotary Club of Kaneohe and continues to actively participate and contribute to the Rotary Club. In his spare time, Dr. Nishizawa enjoys spending time with his family, coaching his children’s sports teams and playing golf.
- CataractsIf an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pick which disease you had? If you could, you would want to pick cataracts.
- Cataract SurgeryToday, cataract surgery can not only remedy the disease but it can make your eye sight better than it ever was before.
- Eye ExamDr. Guy M. Nishizawa can recommend the best contact lenses for you based on a complete eye examination and a review of your visual needs both at work and play. Since most people can wear more than one type of lens, it’s important to know what the choices are and the advantages and disadvantages to each.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetic eye disease is a general term for a group of eye problems that can result from having type 1 or type 2 diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and glaucoma.
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