Cataracts happen. And nearly all of us will face cataract surgery at some point in our lives. Cataracts reduce vison, and if not removed can even cause blindness. If you’ve noticed your vision isn’t as crisp as it once was, if you have noticed colors not being as vivid as they once were, or if […]
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Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective surgeries performed today, but if you’re planning to have cataract surgery the thought of someone working on your eye can still be a bit unnerving. You may have questions about the procedure, what it will feel like, what you can expect, and also want to
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The sun is out, are your eyes protected? Check out this brief video from Dr. Jacob Woldt, OD, regarding the importance of wearing sunglasses and how they’ll not only make you cool, but also help save your eyes! It’s a great time to stop in our Optical Department. Until the end of July we’re featuring
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Watch as DMEK (Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty) is briefly explained by Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, Tower Clock Eye Center’s fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Dr. Thompson explains the basics behind this method of partial cornea transplant and the positive outcomes it provides. To schedule an appointment to learn more, please call 920 499-3102.
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A corneal ulcer is often the result of an eye infection, though severe dry eye and other eye conditions can cause them as well. These ulcers, also known as keratitis, are sores on the surface of the cornea – the outermost part of the eye. What are common symptoms? When diagnosing a corneal ulcer, Tower
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One of the many common tests performed at Tower Clock Eye Center is the slit lamp exam. This exam is done with a microscope and bright light that gives your eye doctor the ability to examine the many structures around and inside the eye. The slit lamp exam is a vital exam to determine the
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Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, MD, recently took to Facebook Live to discuss intraocular lens (IOL)Â implant options at the time of cataract surgery. Tower Clock Eye Center surgeons offer a wide variety of IOL options; learn about them here. Dr. Schwiesow addresses toric, multifocal and monofocal lenses. If you are feel you are developing a cataract
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Many people believe that once summer is gone it’s time to put away the sunglasses, but wearing your shades is crucial for winter sun eye care. True, winter’s rays aren’t as direct as they are during the summer, yet the effects of the winter sun can be just as dangerous. Ultraviolet (UV) rays are dangerous
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Join us for a FREE Facebook Live presentation with fellowship trained ophthalmologist Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, MD, where he will discuss intraocular lenses at the time of cataract surgery. During cataract surgery, the body’s clouded natural lens is replaced with a clear artificial one. There are different types of these lenses and Dr. Schwiesow will discuss
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Watch Tower Clock Eye Center’s Dr. Kunal Patel, MD, discuss intravitreal injections for the treatment of macular degeneration. Dr. Patel explains the simple procedure and what patients can do to help control the effects of the vision-robbing disease.
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