General Practitioners

• Cryotherapy
  Retinal tears can be treated using either laser photocoagulation or cryotherapy. Laser photocoagulation is a procedure where a special light is directed to the retina and used to create burns in the retina surrounding the retinal tear. Cyrotherapy is a procedure where a freeing probe is placed on the surface of the eye and used to create a freeze extending to the retina surrounding the retinal tear. Whether laser photocoagulation or cryotherapy is used, as the eye heals a scar will form sealing the retinal tear and in most cases preventing a retinal detachment from occurring. Both laser photocoagulation and cryotherapy are usually performed in the doctor’s office. Treatment of retinal tears is usually successful in preventing retinal detachment. Unfortunately, occasionally even after treatment of a retinal tear, retinal detachment may still occur. Therefore, if any new symptoms arise following treatment of a retinal tear, the retina should be re-examined and even in the absence of new symptoms, continued follow-up after treatment of a retinal tear is needed.
• Family Practice
  Dr. David M. Armesto, M.D. opened his practice, Armesto Eye Associates, in 2001. Dr. Armesto graduated magna cum laude from St. Bonaventure University in 1977 and received his M.D. from the State University of New York in 1981. He completed his internship in family practice at Buffalo General Hospital and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the Letterman Army Medical Center in San Francisco where he was chief resident. He later served as the Chief of Ophthalmology for US Forces in Europe. He received his fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery in 1991 at the University of Texas, Hermann Hospital. He also became a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology in 1989.
• Immunizations
  Proof of Immunization. We will disclose proof of immunization to a school that is required to have it before admitting a student where you have agreed to the disclosure on behalf of yourself or your dependent.

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness throughout the world affecting millions of people. Glaucoma is a disease of the eye that causes damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is the pathway that carries the images we see to the brain. If left untreated, the disease can destroy the optic nerve leading to loss of vision.
• Ophthalmology
  OCLI Vision is a world-renowned, multi-location ophthalmology practice offering eye care services. Our practitioners are some of the most respected physicians in the country, earning their reputations as esteemed innovators and complication-solvers.
• Macular Degeneration
  The term “macular degeneration” includes many different eye diseases, all of which affect central, or detail vision. Age-related macular degeneration is the most common of these disorders, mainly affecting people over the age of 60. Although there are many types of macular degeneration, age-related macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD) is the most common type. Age-related macular degeneration occurs in two forms: “wet” age-related macular degeneration and “dry” age-related macular degeneration. “Wet” age-related macular degeneration is less common but more aggressive in its development to severe central vision loss. “Dry” age-related macular degeneration is the more common type and is more slowly progressive in causing loss of vision.
• Laser Eye Surgery
  The decision to have LASIK is an investment in your vision and quality of life. Only you can decide if laser eye surgery is right for you, and Dr. Armesto is here to help you make your best choice – close to home in Central PA.
• Cataracts
  Developing cataracts that decrease your vision can be alarming, but we offer a safe solution that eliminates cataracts quickly and painlessly. Dr. Armesto helps patients in the Harrisburg area choose the right time for lens replacement, and he offers options that will get the best results for your personal vision. You can trust Dr. Armesto to help you make the right decision for you.
• Cataract Surgery
  At first, stronger lighting and eyeglasses can help you deal with the changes cataracts cause. If impaired vision interferes with your usual activities, you might need cataract surgery. Fortunately, cataract surgery is generally a safe, effective procedure.
• Eye Exam
  A comprehensive eye exam should include a thorough discussion of your symptoms, your general health and your eye health history, a brief neurologic evaluation, measurement of your glasses prescription and eye shape, measurement of your eye pressure (tonometry) as well as examination of the external and internal eye structures.

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Diabetic Retinopathy
  If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be at risk of losing your vision since your body does not utilize sugar properly and, when the sugar levels rise, damage to the retinal blood vessels may occur. This injury to the retinal vessels is known as Diabetic Retinopathy. Diabetic Retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to assess ocular and retinal conditions. If your doctor cannot view the retina because of some opacity that blocks the view, they may use an ultrasound to determine the general status of the retina. Ultrasound is commonly used to assess the retina in patients with a dense cataract or vitreous hemorrhage. Ultrasound is simple to perform, painless, and does not involve any radiation
• X-Rays

Dermatologists

• Ulcer
  A corneal ulcer is an erosion or exposed sore on the surface of the cornea. Corneal ulcers are most commonly caused by germs. Other causes of corneal ulcers include viruses, injury and inadequate eyelid closure. Sometimes when wearing a contact lens we are less sensitive to these conditions as they begin, like having a band aid on a cut, so it is important to remove your lenses as instructed. Being aware of how your eyes look and feel. when your lens are on is a important aspect of proper contact lens care.
• Burns