Greetings, We would like to update you on some exciting things that have been happening at Associated Eye Care, and how that may affect your care here going forward. Between December 1, 2022, and February 15, 2023, three of our…
Dear Patient, I hope this letter finds you well. As you are likely aware, Associated Eye Care (AEC) continues to grow and evolve. We are excited to announce that we have expanded our outreach in the communities we serve with…
As we begin a new year in the St. Croix Valley, most of our population recognizes the importance of going to a Primary Care Physician for recommended health checkups and getting teeth routinely cleaned by a Dentist to maintain good…
Here at Associated Eye Care, Halloween is a big deal. Each year doctors and staff dress up in costumes vying for the coveted award of Best in Show. Last year it was a Hulk Hogan look-alike that took home top…
September is Healthy Aging Month. So what are some of the factors to consider when thinking about healthy aging of the eyes? Many of the eye conditions that we encounter in the aging population, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataract,…
Common Misconceptions: I never understood that my eyes could be fixed. I didn’t know it was that common. I was told that strabismus surgery doesn’t work for adults. I thought it was cosmetic and that insurance wouldn’t cover it. These…
The information provided here is for purposes of general education. It is not intended as medical advice for specific recipients of this article. Diabetes is caused by the body’s inability to create or effectively use its own insulin, which is…
What is a Cataract? When I explain cataract to my patients, I tell them that cataract is not a disease that only a few people get, like glaucoma or macular degeneration. Rather, it is an aging change that gets everyone…
There are nearly 30 million people in the United States and over 300 million worldwide who have been diagnosed with Dry Eye Disease. Most of these patients have learned to live with eye discomfort and have become dependent on remedies…
The cornea focuses light on the retina to provide clear vision. A smooth, regular shape is critical for the cornea to focus light effectively. Keratoconus and other diseases make the cornea thinner and weaker, causing it to bulge into an…
Each year, there are over 20,000 cases of work-related eye injuries in the United States alone as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. These cases of ocular trauma comprise an estimated 10- 20% of all occupational injuries. By…
In the 1983 holiday classic, A Christmas Story, 9-year-old Ralphie only has one thing on his mind: opening up a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-Shot Range Model air rifle on Christmas morning. His mother, teacher, and even the Santa Claus…
The cornea is the window at the front of the eye which helps focus light to provide a clear visual image. The idea of correcting spectacle prescription through reshaping of the cornea was first proposed in 1949. Early efforts to…
"Is eating carrots good for your eyes?" This question dates back to World War II, when carrots became associated with improved night vision. A British fighter pilot named John “Cats’ Eyes” Cunningham claimed his expert night flying was due to…
As summer winds down and preparations for a new school year begin, for many children this means a return to the primary care provider for a back to school physical. For kids who wear glasses, this is also a common…
Trauma is a leading cause of preventable vision loss in adults and children in the United States. Although most adults have trauma through work-related injuries, eye trauma in children usually occurs while playing sports. Over the last few decades, improvements…
A cataract is cloudiness of the lens of the eye, which limits light passage into the eye and inhibits the ability of the lens to focus images on the retina. It is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. Fortunately, this…
Since Dr. Henrik Sjögren first identified and named the disease in 1933, it has been proven to affect virtually every racial and ethnic group. Awareness in regards to Sjogren’s syndrome is still lacking and increasing professional awareness is needed to…
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Although it is more prevalent in adults, it can occur at any age. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which is…
