The new iTrack Advance device for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) can help adult patients with open-angle glaucoma. The post New Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery Device Now at FES appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Our eyes, like all other body parts, become more susceptible to disease as we age. The most common vision-related problems in older adults are glaucoma and cataracts. In fact, these are two of the most common causes of vision loss in the world. The post Glaucoma vs Cataracts: What Do You Need to Know? appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and result in gradual vision loss or permanent blindness if left untreated. While some patients have this eye disease on its own, glaucoma can also occur as a secondary condition.  The post <strong>When a Red Eye Isn’t Just a Red Eye: Glaucoma Patient Story</strong> appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

If you have symptoms of glaucoma or were recently diagnosed, it's normal to feel overwhelmed or confused. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding the condition that make it difficult to find the right treatments. The post Glaucoma Myths: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Our eyes, like all other body parts, become more susceptible to disease as we age. The most common vision-related problems in older adults are glaucoma and cataracts. In fact, these are two of the most common causes of vision loss in the world. The post Glaucoma vs Cataracts: What Do You Need to Know? appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Dr. Rajesh Shetty, an ophthalmologist at Florida Eye Specialists, was among the first doctors to use the innovative Xen Gel Stent, a new method of glaucoma surgery that is safer and much faster. This new treatment helped save a woman’s vision in her left eye.  Dr. Shetty sat down with local TV news station News4Jax […] The post Dr. Shetty Explains New Glaucoma Treatment on News4Jax appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

By Rajesh K. Shetty, M.D. Nearly 3 million Americans have glaucoma. The prevalence of the disease has been on the rise for the last two decades, a rise that will continue in our aging population. As a glaucoma specialist, I feel fortunate to be practicing during a time when our treatment options have advanced tremendously. […] The post Advanced Technology in Glaucoma Treatment: Dr. Shetty Explains the XEN® Gel Stent appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Glaucoma is a degenerative eye disease that affects more than three million Americans. Because the disease is typically asymptomatic until the later stages of its progression, it is critical to have regular, dilated eye exams, especially if you have risk factors. Though it is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, early detection […] The post Is Glaucoma Hereditary? Risk Factors, Treatment Options appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

An estimated 15% of the 3.5 million patients who undergo cataract surgery also have primary open-angle glaucoma. Recent studies have shown that cataract surgery can provide benefits for future glaucoma management in patients. Learn more about how cataract surgery can help glaucoma below.  Could I Have Cataract Surgery If I Have Glaucoma? Many patients worry […] The post Does Cataract Surgery Help Glaucoma? What You Need to Know appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more

Glaucoma, widely known as the “sneak thief of sight,” is a group of eye diseases that can gradually and unknowingly steal your vision. Millions of Americans have glaucoma, yet many are unaware they have the disease since the symptoms are often unnoticeable at first. Protect your eyes from vision loss through routine eye exams and […] The post Glaucoma Symptoms and Causes appeared first on Florida Eye Specialists ..read more