- Arthritis
- Primary CareWe are working to protect our patients, staff, and to help prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). If you have a fever, cough or shortness of breath, or if you have been out of the country in the last 30 days, please reschedule your eye appointment and call your Primary Care Physician.
- GlaucomaGlaucoma is a leading cause of blindness among adults in the United States. About two million Americans have glaucoma, and half of them don't even know it. That's because glaucoma often has no symptoms. Vision loss from glaucoma can be prevented by early detection and proper treatment.
- OphthalmologyThe Academy of Ophthalmology also offers suggests contact lens wearers switch to glasses since they tend to touch their eyes more than the average person. Substituting glasses for contact lenses can decrease irritation and force you to pause before touching your eye
- Macular DegenerationMacular Degeneration is a disease characterized by the blind spot in the central vision. People with Macular Degeneration find it difficult or impossible to read, recognize faces, see clearly at long distances or distinguish different colors. Some forms of Macular Degeneration are hereditary and can affect people of all ages. Other types are caused by disease or injury. The most common form of the disease is part of the aging process and usually affects both eyes. Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of severe visual loss among prople age 65 and older.
- CataractsA cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens which causes vision problems. Usually cataracts are related to aging. Over half of all Americans over age 65 have a cataract.
- Cataract SurgeryA cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens which causes vision problems. Usually cataracts are related to aging. Over half of all Americans over age 65 have a cataract. There is no known prevention for cataracts, but fortunately cataract surgery is one of the safest and most successful procedures performed today, improving vision in over 98% of cases in which surgery is recommended.
- Eye ExamA vision screening is a more efficient eye exam. A child is "screened" for eye problems and typically referred to an ophthalmologist like Mid Atlantic Physicians for a comprehensive exam if needed.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyThe most important and most common cause of visual impairment in diabetics is Diabetic Retinopathy. This is a condition which affects the retina, the seeing part of the eye.
- Eyelid Surgery