General Practitioners

• Arthritis
  CONTRAINDICATIONS: You should not have LASIK if you have a collagen vascular (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis), autoimmune (e.g., lupus), or immunodeficiency diseases (e.g., AIDS) because they affect the body’s ability to heal. You should not have this procedure if you are pregnant or nursing; show signs of corneal abnormalities or corneal thinning; have symptoms of significant dry eyes; advanced glaucoma; and uncontrolled diabetes. If you have severely dry eyes, LASIK may increase the dryness, may delay healing after surgery, may or may not go away and it may result in poor vision after LASIK.  WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS: LASIK is not recommended if you have cataracts, corneal scars, or dry eye syndrome; glaucoma; diabetes; severe allergies; history of Herpes simplex or Herpes zoster keratitis; are taking Isotretinoin (Accutane®), Sumatriptan (Imitrex®), Amiodarone hydrochloride (Cordarone®) or antimetabolites for any medical conditions; history of crossed eyes; previous corneal, intraocular surgery, LASIK or refractive surgery; family history of degenerative corneal disease; and history of inflammation of the eye. Your doctor will examine your eyes to determine if you are a candidate for this procedure. Talk to your doctor about any eye-related conditions, injuries, or surgeries you have had, any medications you are taking, and any changes to your vision in the past year. After surgery, you may find it more difficult to see in conditions such as dim light, rain, snow, fog, or glare from bright lights at night. Future measurements of your eye pressure or future cataract surgery can be affected by this procedure. Tell your future doctor you’ve had

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Glaucoma is a family of diseases which cause damage to the optic nerve. If left untreated, glaucoma can cause loss of peripheral (side) vision and eventually central vision or total blindness. It is one of the top causes of blindness in the world. It is usually caused by increased pressure in the eye but can occur with normal eye pressure. Glaucoma is known as “the silent thief of vision†because early on in the disease process there are little or no symptoms; study data reveals that of all Americans with glaucoma, half do not realize that they even have it.
• Ophthalmology
  The Center For Excellence in Eye Care at Baptist Medical Arts Building in Miami is a comprehensive ophthalmology center dedicated to providing South Florida the highest quality of eye care through advanced ophthalmic diagnostic techniques and treatments. As one of a select group of ophthalmic practices in the country, The Center for Excellence in Eye Care provides comprehensive state-of-the-art eye care with a sub-specialty team approach.
• Macular Degeneration
  Macular degeneration: This is a common condition, often asymptomatic, which affects older individuals increasingly after the age of 60. Less commonly it can affect younger people, especially if they are very nearsighted. The macula is the center of the retina in the back of the eye and is responsible for the central part of the vision allowing us to read and see fine detail. With age, this central portion of the retina can undergo degenerative changes which, if severe, can lead to serious loss of central vision. Recently it has become clear that genetics plays a major role in the susceptibility to macular degeneration and a family history of it in parents and siblings is a risk factor. Other risk factors include smoking, female gender, light-colored eyes, and farsightedness.
• Laser Eye Surgery
  Are you interested in attaining visual freedom? Even if you’re not a suitable LASIK candidate, a procedure called Refractive Lens Exchange may be the solution you need.
• Cataracts
  Most Miami cataract patients do not even realize that they may have a cataract developing. Cataracts can start in one eye only so your vision in the other could be quite fine for a period of time. Is your vision cloudy or blurry? Do colors appear dull or not sharp? Do your eyes hurt when you go out in the sun? If you answered YES to these questions you may be experiencing cataracts.
• Cataract Surgery
  Cataract patients now have options for more independence from glasses at both near and far distances after cataract surgery ! Previously, individuals suffering from cataracts had only a standard lens implant option after surgery. Now with advancements in lens technology, there are a number of premium intraocular lenses (IOL) available including trifocal, multifocal and toric implants, the light adjustable lens, and accommodative implants. Your doctor will help determine which IOL is best for you based on the unique characteristics of your eye and your lifestyle needs. We have highly qualified surgeons  with state of the art lens technology to help you see better!
• Eye Exam
  A complete eye exam is a test of your total visual function. It begins with a check of your visual acuity, often without glasses and with them (if you have them). The measurement of your prescription power (or refraction) will determine your best-corrected vision and can be written as a prescription for glasses. After this step, some of the neurological functions of your eye are tested: pupil reaction, eye movement, eye alignment, and side vision. Occasionally, the functions of your lids and other facial muscles and nerves are examined. Any abnormalities of your lids and eye position may be also be measured.

Gynecologists

• Pregnancy

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Thyroid
  Additional factors that may cause or exacerbate meibomian gland dysfunction include age, contact lens use and hygiene, cosmetic use, and illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis, or thyroid disease.
• Diabetic Retinopathy
  Diabetic retinopathy: Diabetes is a problem where the body loses the ability to control the amount of glucose, or sugar, in the blood. It is a disease that has become increasingly prevalent throughout the world and is now approaching a worldwide health crisis. Glucose is the fuel that your brain and nervous system use to keep running, but when the sugar levels are too high, it damages the small blood vessels and capillaries in all the body’s tissues. In the eye, the tissue most susceptible to damage is the retina. The retina acts like the film in the back of the eye that is responsible for picking up the visual image and sending it back to the brain.

Radiologist

• Ultrasound

Surgeons

• Reconstructive Surgery

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  The fierce south Florida sun is well known to cause premature aging of the skin. With their particularly high standards for appearance, our patients frequently complain of facial wrinkles that make them look angry, stressed, or older. Cosmetic Botox injections are the best way to diminish facial wrinkles due to frowning, smiling, or eyebrow-raising. Botox requires 1 week to reach full effect and slowly wears off over several months (typically 3-4 months).
• Eyelid Surgery
  Upper Eyelid Surgery, technically termed upper eyelid blepharoplasty, this small surgery removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids and corrects any irregularities in the eyelid crease. By removing drooping skin folds, blepharoplasty may open up the superior field of view, rejuvenate eyelid appearance, and indirectly reduce forehead creases (by decreasing the need to raise eyebrows to pull up sagging eyelid skin). Please click the following link for more detailed information on upper lid blepharoplasty.
• Blepharoplasty
  Patients with puffiness, bulging, or bags in their lower eyelids are often told they look tired. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is a small surgery that flattens these unsightly bulges, helping to restore a more energetic and youthful appearance. Please click the following link for more detailed information on lower lid blepharoplasty.

Dermatologists

• Ulcer
  A corneal ulcer is a lesion or sore on the cornea, which is the clear dome that covers the pigmented part of your eye (iris).

Allergists

• Allergies