November is dedicated as the American Diabetes Month and even more specifically, brings awareness to how diabetes affects the eyes. Diabetic Retinopathy is a condition that can develop in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The longer a patient has diabetes, the higher their risk of developing this condition ..read more

When it comes to ordering new glasses, there are a number of options to consider. Choosing the best lenses is an important aspect that shouldn’t be overlooked ..read more

As the week begins for National Teen Driver Safety week, it is important for parents and other adults to discuss safe driving with the teenagers in our lives. Driving is a huge rite of passage for many young people and gives them a great sense of freedom. But with this freedom comes great responsibility ..read more

With Spring right around the corner, new flowers are beginning to pop up around town. But unfortunately what else is popping up is allergy season and eye allergies which affect millions of people annually.  ..read more

Optomap was developed by Douglas Anderson after his five-year-old son went blind in one eye when a retinal detachment was detected too late. Routine exams were uncomfortable, especially for a child, which made it impossible for the doctor to conduct a complete exam and view the entire retina ..read more

The older you get, the harder it can be to see clearly. As you age, the lenses of your eyes become less flexible. That’s called presbyopia, and it makes it more difficult to focus on things up close, like reading a menu or texting ..read more

June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, and there are 24 million Americans over the age of 40 who are affected by cataracts. Because this condition affects so many, we want our patients to be aware of the symptoms and know that VisionFirst is here to help ..read more

What’s the difference between a student vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam? At the start of school, parents may receive a reminder from VisionFirst regarding a Back-to-School eye exam. While a complete eye exam is needed to enter Kindergarten, many parents may think a full exam is not needed for older school children because the student will be tested in the fall at their school. This type of school testing is referred to as a vision screening and is quite different from a comprehensive eye exam provided at VisionFirst ..read more

The safety and health of children’s eyes is always a priority at VisionFirst. And because August is National Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month, we thought it beneficial to review some tips to keep young eyes safe. This means everything from proper safety eyewear to managing the environment in which your children play and live.  ..read more

In the age of social media and search engines, it’s very easy to consume too much information and become confused, overwhelmed, or misinformed. As doctors, we encourage our patients to stay informed on their health and the options available to them. But, if you want to set yourself and your child up for a lifetime of healthy eyes, we recommend trusted resources such as one of our doctors or a medical association. As this school year begins, there is still much uncertainty around our new normal. With myths and misinformation constantly circulating, don’t turn to social media or search engines ..read more