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.
• Emergency Care
  Kalin Eye Associates is proud to welcome Dr. Nadine F. Hermann into our practice. She is pleased to provide primary and emergency care for patients of all ages, children through senior citizens. Dr. Hermann is also exceptionally proficient with contact lens fittings. We are excited by the vast amount of experience she brings with her as a New Jersey based Optometrist and Licensed Optician. We are very happy that she decided to make the move to Delaware to join us.

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  Glaucoma is an eye disease in which pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure) is elevated and damages the optic nerve. The optic nerve connects the eye with the brain and damage to it can lead to loss of vision. Some cases of glaucoma can be treated with medications. For others, laser or traditional surgery is required to lower eye pressure. Depending upon your type of glaucoma, different procedures may be recommended. Common surgeries include...
• Ophthalmology
  In addition to the comprehensive ophthalmology services provided at Kalin Eye, our practice also features an optical shop with a wide array of eyeglass frames and contact lenses to suit every budget. We offer patients frames from many elite designers, as well as stylish yet affordable alternatives.
• 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
  Another method for correcting astigmatism is by changing the shape of the cornea through refractive or laser eye surgery. While there is more than one type of refractive surgery, specific treatments are recommended on an individual basis.
• Cataracts
  A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is a bit like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. In fact cataract means water fall and that is how the condition got its name people felt like they were looking thru a water fall. Clouded vision caused by cataracts can make it more difficult to read, drive a car, especially at night, or see the expression on a friend’s face.
• Cataract Surgery
  For patients with cataracts, restoring optimal vision involves a surgical procedure to replace the cloudy, damaged lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Cataract surgery is a highly successful and routine procedure. However, in a small number of cases, the capsule surrounding the new lens can also become cloudy in the months or years following the operation.
• Eye Exam
  A comprehensive eye exam can confirm nearsightedness. You can easily correct the condition with eyeglasses or contact lenses.

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

Surgeons

• Reconstructive Surgery
  Dr. Glazer-Hockstein practices the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment techniques of retinal diseases including laser therapies and injections. Her research has been published in journals such as the American Journal of Ophthalmology, Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine, and Retina. She has also presented at national and international conferences including the Asia Pacific Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Sydney, Australia, the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology National Meeting and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. Dr. Glazer-Hockstein was recognized as a Top Doc in ophthalmology in Delaware Today magazine 2012.

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