- Pediatric CareDr. Schaville graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a BA degree in 1986. He then completed his doctorate degree from the PA College of Optometry in 1990. He furthered his education by completing a one year primary care/ocular disease residency at the Eye Institute of the PA College of Optometry in 1991. In 1996 he purchased the practice of Dr. John Borland and returned to his hometown. He has also held several postitons including clinical co-director of TLC-Pittsburgh Laser Eye Center and staff optometrist of the Allegheny Ophthalmic and Orbital Associates in Pittsburgh. Since 2004 he has devoted full time to his private practice in New Castle. His special interests include ocular disease management, glaucoma and related diseases, hard to fit contact lens patients (Keratoconus), and pediatrics. He is board certified by the American Board of Optometry. He is married with three children.
- Primary Care
- 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 SurgeryIn reality, most people have some degree of astigmatism, which is usually present at birth and is believed to be hereditary. In minor cases, treatment may not be required but is certainly beneficial. Moderate to severe astigmatism can be treated with corrective eyewear or LASIK surgery.
- 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 ExamYour eye care provider 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.
- Neck Pain