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Is Dark Mode Better for Your Eyes?
Light mode or dark mode — which is better for your eyes? The answer isn’t so simple. Both screen modes…
Visual Acuity, Eyesight, and Vision: What’s The Difference?
What do eye doctors mean when they use the terms “visual acuity, “eyesight” and “vision”? You might think the three…
What is an Ocular Migraine?
Most people have heard of migraine headaches, but did you know you can have migraines in your eyes as well? …
5 Signs Your Glasses Don’t Fit Right — And What to Do About It
There are three things to consider when selecting a new pair of glasses: prescription, look, and fit. The glasses need…
Reading Glasses for Computer Use
If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of time in front of a computer screen. After a few…
Do Women See Differently Than Men?
Does gender play a role in your vision capabilities? According to recent scientific studies, the answer is yes — women…
Can I Prevent Cataracts?
Cataracts are a very common eye condition, affecting more than 24 million Americans age 40 and older. They are also…
Is Cataract Surgery Right For Me?
Cataract surgery is a common procedure that many people undergo to improve their vision. If you are considering cataract surgery,…
At What Age Can a Child Start Wearing Contact Lenses?
For people who need vision correction, contact lenses provide an effective alternative to eyeglasses. How old do you have to…
Are Colored Contacts Safe?
Want to change the color of your eyes for a striking new look? Are you looking to take your cosplay…
In Loving Memory of Dr. Ralph G. Berkeley, 1928-2021
Berkeley Eye Center founder Dr. Ralph Berkeley, born on May 22, 1928 in El Paso, Texas, passed away at the…
Common Eye Disorders in Houston
Have you been noticing any changes in your vision? If you have, now would be a great time to schedule…
Dry Eyes: Symptoms & Treatments
Dry eye is one of the most common reasons that patients seek an appointment with an eye doctor, whether they…
Living With Glaucoma
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Nearly 3 million people in the U.S. are living with glaucoma, an eye disease that…
Do I Need Annual Eye Exams If I Don’t Wear Glasses Or Contacts?
A lot of people believe that just because they don’t wear glasses or contacts, they don’t need to get their…
Why Is Dilation Necessary?
Pupil dilation is done to increase the size of the pupils, letting in more light and allowing the doctor to…
Early Detection Key To Preventing Diabetes-related Vision Loss
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the connection between diabetes and the eyes…
Top 6 Ways You Can Help Your Eyes
Eye health is often a topic that none of us think about. That is, until we have an eye problem…
Comprehensive Eye Exams: What to Expect
Eye doctors recommend that adults with healthy vision get their eyes checked every one to two years. Regular eye exams…
Prevent Injuries With Protective Eyewear for Sports
Over the past 60 years, the Houston eye doctors at Berkeley Eye Center have treated many patients who have suffered…
Five Important Tips for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy
Protecting your eyesight is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. With a little tender loving…
Getting Kids Eye Exams Can Help Shape Future
What if there was an easy, inexpensive way to help at-risk children become positive, productive adults? What if we could,…
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?
Medicare coverage for cataract surgery is an important issue for many Americans afflicted with this prevalent age-related condition. The general…
Dr. Sun Helps Cataract Patients As Operation Sight Volunteer
Dr. Regina Sun is a proud volunteer for Operation Sight, a charitable cataract surgery program that connects eligible cataract patients…