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What Ocular Pathologies Are More Frequent at Age 60?
It is at this age when most of the degenerative ophthalmological pathologies related to the physiological aging of tissues are initiated.   Frequent ocular problems that we can find after age 60 are
Jul 24th, 2023

What is a Conjunctivitis?
The conjunctiva is a clear tissue that covers the front part of the eye, specifically the white of the eye (sclera) and the inside of the eyelids. The conjunctiva is a mucous membrane that aids in tear production and is part of the ocular immune system.
Jun 16th, 2023

Sports Vision
When athletes undergo a comprehensive vision examination, it is important to have good vision. However, it goes beyond just checking for 20/20 vision. There are many additional components that allow for good athleticism, including: 
May 24th, 2023

What Ocular Conditions Are More Frequent at Age 40?
The most frequent ocular condition that starts at this age is Presbyopia. This is a normal aging process and cannot be considered as a true disease. Presbyopia is the normal progressive loss of the ability to focus and see things close up.
Apr 21st, 2023

Eye Tearing
Patients can experience eye tearing or watery eyes for multiple different reasons, some of the more frequent causes are described below. Dry environments (as in the winter being indoor with the heater on), wind, pollens or allergens can cause dryness an
Mar 17th, 2023

Dry Eyes and Makeup
Dry eyes is a very prevalent ocular condition, it affects millions of people every year. There are many factors that contribute to whether someone experiences dry eyes. No matter what the cause of one's dry eye is, makeup can amplify the problem.
Feb 17th, 2023

Snow Blindness
It’s finally winter and you’re planning on going to the slopes. A few things to remember about snow before you head out there! Though the sun rays are not as strong in the winter as in the summer, it is quite possible to get sunburned during the winter.
Jan 21st, 2023

All About Eye Color
What Determines Eye Color? A person’s eye color is found in the iris. Cells called melanocytes produce various levels of pigment called melanin. Melanin not only provides color, but also absorbs light, acting as an added layer of protection from UV rays.
Dec 16th, 2022

Comprehensive Eye Exam
To ensure that your eyes function properly and remain healthy, you need to undergo regular comprehensive eye exams. To prepare for your eye exam, you’ll need to bring a few things.
Nov 18th, 2022

Tepezza for Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid Eye Disease can have a significant impact on patient eye health. It may initially present as a simple dry eye, but can progress to more serious conditions such as double vision or permanent vision loss. In the past we had treatment options geared t
Nov 8th, 2022

Diet and the Eye
Maintaining good nutrition affects every aspect of your health, so it is also important in preserving the health of your eyes. A low fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables and whole grains can help your heart as well as your eyes. Your eyes rely on many
Oct 21st, 2022

New Information for Macular Degeneration Supplementation
The Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) have been a major source of information regarding how we treat Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Recently, the study has provided us with more useful information.
Sep 23rd, 2022

Swimming and Contact Lenses
It’s summertime and the weather has been scorching hot. It’s the perfect time to head down to the shore, go to a water park, or find a local swimming pool to cool down.
Sep 16th, 2022

How To Know If Your Child Needs an Eye Exam
Have you ever noticed your child is squinting or holding reading material extremely close to their face? Do they seem to have a short attention span or have difficulty reading? While these observations can indicate a learning difficulty, the solution may
Aug 19th, 2022

Diabetes and the Eye
How can diabetes affect my eyes? Ocular complications from diabetes are a leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in the United States. The longer one has a diagnosis of diabetes and the longer the blood sugar is poorly controlled the higher the
Jul 15th, 2022

Styes and Chalazions
What are Styes and Chalazions? Styes and Chalazions are lumps that can grow in the eyelid margin. They can look similar, but there are some differences.
Jun 17th, 2022

Smoking Can Lead to Vision Loss
Smoking has long been known to cause lung cancer and heart disease, but it also can lead to vision loss. How Does Smoking Affect Your Eye Health? Smoking causes changes in the eyes that can lead to eye disease. If you smoke, you are three times as
May 20th, 2022

What are Eye Flashes and Floaters?
As the eye ages the gel-like fluid inside the eye, better known as the vitreous, will start to shrink and liquify causing it to move away from the retina. As this process occurs one could experience a flash of light, similar to a lightning streak that occ
Apr 15th, 2022

Eyelid Twitching and Eyelid Spasm
What is twitching eyelid or an eyelid spasm?   There are 3 different types of eyelid spasms. Eyelid Twitch: is an involuntary small and quick move of part of the eyelid. It is common and not of concern. It usually resolves spontaneously in few days. It m
Mar 18th, 2022

Do Blue Light Glasses Work?
In recent years Blue Light Glasses have been touted as helping with eye strain and protecting eye health. Wearing blue light glasses may sound like a good solution, but there is little evidence to support the use of blue-blocking filters in the prevention
Feb 18th, 2022

(Vuity) Sick of Reaching for Readers?
The FDA has recently approved a drop called Vuity to help combat the difficulties of seeing up close as we age. As we enter into our 40s, it becomes increasingly more challenging to both read and perform near activities, better known as presbyopia. During
Jan 21st, 2022

Cataract Surgery and Medicare
Cataracts are a common age-related vision problem. According to numbers from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, 24.4 million Americans age 40 or older have cataracts. Half of all people age 75 or older have cataracts. Cataract surgery improves vision..
Apr 2nd, 2019

Driving after LASIK
Safe and popular, LASIK surgery is an excellent way to reduce dependence on glasses and contacts. Tens of millions of LASIK patients around the world have been pleased by their outcomes. Dr. Francis J. Clark has helped countless people in the Philadelphia,
Mar 5th, 2019

Cataract Risk Factors and Causes
Cataracts are extremely common in aging adults. This condition is characterized by cloudy or blurry vision. Fortunately, cataracts can be successfully treated with corrective eyewear or cataract surgery.
Feb 12th, 2019

LASIK Statistics
LASIK, which stands for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is one of the most popular elective procedures in the United States. The procedure has a high success rate for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Jan 28th, 2019

History of Cataract Surgery
Patients suffering from cataracts can undergo cataract surgery to restore their vision. This treatment is one of the most common eye procedures performed today. It may surprise you to learn that cataract removal has been around for a long time, though...
Jan 2nd, 2019

LASIK Recovery Timeline
At Ophthalmology Physicians & Surgeons, PC, we use advanced LASIK surgery techniques to correct common vision problems so our patients can see clearly without the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses. When considering if LASIK is right for you...
Dec 3rd, 2018

Preventing Pain after LASIK
Patients who desire to reduce their need for eyeglasses and contacts can benefit from LASIK surgery at our Philadelphia, PA ophthalmology practice. This procedure reshapes the cornea using laser technology. As with any surgical procedure, there are...
Nov 18th, 2018

Side Effects of Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are a common eye condition that develop as a person ages. By the time a person reaches his or her 60s, there is about a 50 percent chance of having a cataract in one or both eyes. Cataracts blur the vision, make it more difficult to see...
Nov 2nd, 2018

A Brief Look at Cataract Statistics
Cataracts develop on the lens of the eye, causing blurry or foggy vision. Cataract surgery is one of the most effective ways to treat cataracts and restore clearer vision. Although cataract surgery is available to improve vision, cataracts remain one...
Oct 11th, 2018

LASIK and Sensitivity to Light
Laser vision treatment has become increasingly popular during the last several decades, due in large part to its proven effectiveness. The most popular form of laser vision treatment is LASIK. LASIK surgery alters the shape of the cornea to eliminate...
Sep 21st, 2018

Are Patients Awake for Cataract Surgery?
In a cataract surgery, the clouded lens of the eye is broken up and extracted. An intraocular lens (IOL) is then placed into the lens capsule as a replacement for the clouded lens. The procedure has variants, but generally, this is one of the most...
Aug 11th, 2018

Swimming after Lasik: What Can I Expect?
Glasses and contacts can be frustrating to use at the pool or beach. It is a catch 22: You must have glasses or contacts in order to see, but they can also make it extremely difficult to enjoy water activities like swimming...
Jul 19th, 2018

Cataracts and Discomfort
Cataracts are common and occur when protein cells break apart and gather on the lens of the eye. If left untreated, this condition can lead to blindness. Fortunately, cataract surgery allows us to preserve patients’ vision so they can reclaim...
Jun 14th, 2018

The Side Effects of LASIK: What Patients Should Know
More and more people are undergoing LASIK to improve their vision and reduce their dependence on corrective lenses. The surgery is safe and effective, though patients will experience some minor side effects as they recovery from the procedure.
May 3rd, 2018

What to Ask Before Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are a common issue as people get older. This clouding of the lenses of the eyes can impair vision, but thankfully there are plenty of options for treatment. One of the most routine procedures available, cataract surgery can help restore...
Apr 2nd, 2018

Choosing the Right IOL for Your Cataract Surgery
Deciding to undergo cataract surgery is a significant decision. If you are considering this treatment, you will also need to determine which type of intraocular lens (IOL) is right for you. At Ophthalmology Physicians and Surgeons in Philadelphia, PA...
Feb 20th, 2018

Benefits of the Symfony IOL
Cataract surgery involves removing a patient’s natural lens when it has been clouded over by the formation of a cataract. Once the affected lens has been removed, it is replaced with an artificial lens, or an intraocular lens (IOL). An IOL acts like a perm
Jan 30th, 2018

Diabetes and LASIK Surgery
Visual imperfections such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can interfere with a person’s ability to complete basic daily functions. Since clear vision is vital to so many tasks, people who suffer from refractive errors must rely on presc
Jan 1st, 2018

Cataract Surgery Complications & Expectations
Cataract surgery is one of the safest surgeries performed in the United States today. It has an excellent success rate of 95-98%. The rate of complications increases in people who have other eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy or uveitis...
Feb 10th, 2017

Cataract Surgery Recovery Time
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably been told you have cataracts. We know that the thought of eye surgery can be a bit scary—it’s your eyes after all. At Ophthalmology Physicians & Surgeons, we’re here to help you every step of the way—before, during a
Jan 23rd, 2017

Dr. Clark Wins 2016 Bucks & Montgomery County Best Of...
With thousands of local people, places, and businesses competing in the most competitive Happening List contest ever, a select few have taken home top honors as winners. Dr. Francis Clark is one of the winners! He won 2016 Bucks and Montgomery County...
Dec 15th, 2016

Cataract Surgery: Traditional and Laser-Assisted
No matter what you enjoy in life, chances are you’re highly reliant on your eyesight. If your vision is clouded by cataracts, you may be losing the ability to fully experience what life has to offer. Here at Ophthalmology Physicians & Surgeons we are proud
Nov 14th, 2016

Happy Employees, Happy Patients!
Each year Monster.com, The Intelligencer, Bucks County Courier Times, and Burlington County Times asks it's readership to vote on what is the "The Best Places to Work".
Oct 20th, 2016

Dr. Francis Clark Featured in Local Papers
Dr. Francis Clark, an ophthalmologist at Collegeville Eye Physicians & Surgeons, provided an Ask the Expert article in local Collegeville papers last week. He answered questions regarding eye care, specifically glaucoma treatment and laser cataract surgery
Oct 17th, 2016

Got Cataracts? MAKE SURE YOU’RE MAKING all the right choices.
There’s more to having cataract surgery than just getting rid of the cataract. Equally important is maximizing the quality of your vision. And thanks to technologies like laser cataract surgery and FDA-approved intraocular lenses (IOLs), there are multip
Oct 17th, 2016

Ophthalmology Physicians & Surgeons WINNER LASIK & EYE CARE PROVIDER
Every year Montgomery Magazine has a “Best Of” competition for Montgomery County. This year, Dr. Francis Clark won “Best of” for both LASIK and Eyecare. “We want to thank all our patients for voting for us, said Dr. Clark. “We care deeply about our....
Aug 16th, 2016

New Freedom for Patients with Glaucoma & Cataracts
It is not unusual that, as two relatively common diseases in the aging population, glaucoma and cataract can appear in the same person. Cataract, a clouding of the natural lens of the eye, is quite common in the elderly population...
Jul 10th, 2016

Get to know, Dr. Steven J. Kanoff, Ophthalmologist Philadelphia, PA
There has hardly been a day in the 20+ years of practicing ophthalmology in Philadelphia where Dr. Kanoff wasn’t looking forward to seeing his patients. “I consider it a privilege to help the wonderful people of Philadelphia with their eye care needs,”...
Jun 9th, 2016

Diabetes and Your Eyes
Eye problems are among the most significant complications of diabetes, and eye problems from diabetes are the most common cause of blindness in people of working age. Approximately 1,348,305 people in Pennsylvania, or 12.1% of the population...
Jun 3rd, 2016

What you need to do before choosing a cataract surgeon…
Cataracts are the result of the natural lens inside the eye becoming cloudy as it ages. Most everyone, if they live long enough, will develop cataracts at some point in their lifetime, and we presently do not know how to prevent their formation. Cataract
May 5th, 2016

The Importance of having an Annual, Comprehensive Eye Exam
Many patients get confused about having a vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam. There is a difference between a vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam. A vision screening identifies vision problems, but it does not take the place...
Apr 11th, 2016

Upcoming Events
Come Join the Fun at the Health Fair on March 10 Mark your calendars and plan on joining us at the Ben Wilson Senior Center. Festivities run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 10 at the Ben Wilson Senior Center located at 580 Delmont Ave. in Warmins
Feb 23rd, 2016