If you’ve been putting off cataract surgery, summer might be the right time to move forward. At Tower Clock Eye Center we often see patients finally take that step during the summer months—not just because of symptoms, but because the timing makes sense. And for many, the difference afterward is bigger than expected. “I Didn’t […]
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Glaucoma treatments continue to advance beyond traditional eye drops. In this video Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, MD, a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at Tower Clock Eye Center, explains why he uses iDoseTR rather than Durysta for glaucoma management. Durysta is a temporary medication implant that generally lowers eye pressure for only a few months and is not repeatable.
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Every spring, we see a wave of patients dealing with red, itchy, uncomfortable eyes—and most assume it’s just allergies. Sometimes it is. But not always. At Tower Clock Eye Center one of the most common things we diagnose this time of year is dry eye, which can feel surprisingly similar to seasonal allergies—but requires very
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Would you be comfortable meeting your cataract surgeon for the first time… in the operating room? At Tower Clock Eye Center, we believe patients deserve more than that. In this video, Tyson Schwiesow, MD explains why our surgeons meet with patients before cataract surgery to discuss lifestyle, visual goals, and lens options. This conversation helps
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If you’ve been told you need cataract surgery, you may be focused on when to have it done. But just as important as timing is who you meet—and when. At Tower Clock Eye Center, serving patients in Green Bay, Appleton, and across Northeast Wisconsin, we believe your care should begin well before surgery day. That’s
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If you’ve recently been diagnosed with cataracts, one of the most common questions patients ask is: “When should I have cataract surgery?” The answer depends on several factors, including how much your vision is affecting your daily life and when you feel ready to move forward with treatment. Cataract surgery is one of the safest
Watch Dr. Michael Servi, OD explain Demodex blepharitis—a common but often overlooked cause of itchy, red, and inflamed eyelids. Learn what blepharitis is, how microscopic Demodex mites contribute to symptoms, and how it’s treated with XDEMVY®, the first FDA-approved prescription drop designed to target these mites.
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is considered a “silent” disease because there are few symptoms as it develops in the eye, so regular check ups and exams are very important. Glaucoma develops when pressure inside the eye (the eye needs some pressure to stay inflated) becomes higher than the eye can tolerate. That added
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As 2025 is quickly coming to an end, there are only a few weeks remaining to use your Flex Spending Account (FSA) dollars on eligible heath care products and services at Tower Clock Eye Center. We get a lot of questions about which eye care-related expenses can be used with a FSA. Below is some
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Confused about whether your upcoming appointment counts as a medical eye exam or a routine vision exam? You’re not alone. This distinction is important because it impacts insurance coverage, billing, and your out-of-pocket costs. In this video, Tower Clock Eye Center practice administrator, Danielle Jorgensen, explains the key differences between medical and routine eye exams,
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