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Schedule Eye Exams for Kids during Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
by Berkeley Eye Center | May 4, 2023 | Eye Exam, Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. With the start of a new school year just around the corner, now is the perfect time to schedule comprehensive eye exams for kids with a Houston eye doctor at Berkeley Eye Center. Why Regular Eye Exams for Kids Are Important Between the ages of 6 and 18, your child’s vision can...

Can You Get Rid of Cataracts Without Surgery?
by Berkeley Eye Center | March 7, 2023 | Cataracts | 0 Comments

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Cataract surgery provides a safe, effective means to treat cataracts. It's one of the most common medical procedures performed in the United States. According to the National Library of Medicine, there are over three million cataract removal procedures performed in the U.S. each year! However, many patients wonder if there is a way to get rid of cataracts without surgery....

Berkeley Eye Center Doctors Named to 2022 Super Doctors List
by Berkeley Eye Center | February 27, 2023 | Blog Announcements | 0 Comments

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Berkeley Eye Center is proud to announce that several of our doctors have been named to the 2022 Super Doctors and Super Doctors Rising Stars lists. Super Doctors is an annual listing of outstanding doctors from more than 40 medical specialties who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. 2022 Super Doctors at Berkeley Eye Center...

Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?
by Berkeley Eye Center | January 4, 2023 | Cataracts | 0 Comments

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Medicare coverage for cataract surgery is an important issue for many Americans afflicted with this prevalent age-related condition. The general answer is yes, Medicare does cover cataract surgery and related services. However, understanding the specifics of that coverage can be complicated. In this blog post, we will discuss the details of when and how Medicare covers cataract surgery. What Are...

Nobody Wants an Eye Injury for Christmas
by Berkeley Eye Center | December 6, 2022 | General Eye Care, Eye Safety, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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The holiday season is upon us — which means it's time to start shopping for Christmas. We're sure your kids have already given you a list of everything they want this year. When you're out doing your Christmas shopping, we urge you to carefully examine each item on their wish list to make sure the toys are safe and appropriate...

Berkeley Eye Center Named Among Houston’s Top Workplaces for 2022
by Berkeley Eye Center | December 1, 2022 | Blog Announcements | 0 Comments

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Berkeley Eye Center is proud to have been named one of Houston's Top Workplaces in 2022. Each year, the Houston Chronicle publishes its list of Top Workplaces, honoring companies and organizations that demonstrate excellence in creating a positive work environment. The final list is compiled based on employee surveys. While Berkeley Eye Center has been awarded a place on this...

Tips for Improving Cataract Surgery Recovery
by Berkeley Eye Center | October 24, 2022 | Cataracts | 0 Comments

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More than 24.4 million Americans have cataracts, and by age 75, more than half of us will develop them. Although cataracts usually form slowly and painlessly, they can cause serious vision problems if left untreated. In most cases, the best way to treat cataracts is with surgery. Cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures performed today, and it...

Is Cataract Surgery Right For Me?
by Berkeley Eye Center | October 7, 2022 | Eye Conditions, Cataracts, Ophthalmologist | 0 Comments

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Cataract surgery is a common procedure that many people undergo to improve their vision. If you are considering cataract surgery, it is important to understand what the surgery entails and what to consider when deciding whether it is the right option for you. What Are Cataracts? A cataract is an eye condition in which a clouding of the eye’s natural...

Can I Prevent Cataracts?
by Berkeley Eye Center | September 28, 2022 | Frequently Asked Questions, Cataracts | 0 Comments

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Cataracts are a very common eye condition, affecting more than 24 million Americans age 40 and older. They are also a leading cause of blindness worldwide. Although there is no true medical way to prevent this eye condition, Houston cataract surgeons recommend understanding how what we eat and drink, as well as the amounts of vitamins and minerals we are...

What Health Conditions Will Prevent Me From Receiving LASIK?
by Berkeley Eye Center | August 25, 2022 | Eye Conditions, Laser Eye Surgery, LASIK | 0 Comments

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LASIK surgery can help a wide variety of vision problems, but there are some health conditions that might disqualify a person from receiving this form of laser eye surgery. A LASIK eye surgeon is the best person to determine whether you and your eyes are eligible for the procedure, but here are a few of the health issues that might...