Optometrists are independent primary eye care providers. They are trained to examine, diagnose and treat disorders and diseases of the visual system, the eye and associated structures.

During an examination, doctors of optometry identify refractive problems such as myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness), and prescribe corrective glasses and/or contact lenses, but that is only a part of the examination. Optometrists also assess eye movements, the efficiency of eye teaming, and evaluate the accuracy and flexibility of the focusing system.

A detailed ocular health examination is also performed, including tests for any signs of disease such as glaucoma, cataract, and macular degeneration. Optometrists are often the first to diagnose such problems.

Marsh Optical accepts many health plans including Medicare, UFT Union and 1199 Union.

With the expanding scope of practice and their clinical training, doctors of optometry provide effective overall eye care. They're not just glasses!

Optometrists Look For Signs of Debilitating Diseases
Schedule an Eye Exam for early detection

Age Related Macular Degeneration

700,000 new people every year are effected with Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). AMD disease can obstruct central vision and is the leading cause of blindness for millions of Americans over 65.

Here's how a patient with Age Related Macular Degeneration might see.

A major contributing factor to AMD is sunlight (lifetime exposure to ultraviolet light).

Exciting research toward the development of innovative gene therapies may lead to a cure for Macular Degeneration.

 

What Can You Do To Protect
You Eyes Against AMD?

1. Have your eyes examined regularly.

2. Wear sunglasses with the correct amount of UV block.

3. Take vitamins with C, E and beta carotene (check with your doctor first)

4. Maintain a healthy balanced diet complete with fruit and vegetables.

5. Don't smoke. Smoking can increase your risk of AMD

Diabetes Mellitus (D.M.)
Diabetes of the Eye

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease. It is a leading cause of blindness for Americans between the ages of 20 to 74 years of age.

Early detention of Diabetic Retinopathy can lessen the severity of vision loss.

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is not preventable or curable and is a response to a generalized medical condition (Diabetes).

Early symptoms may include blurred or fluctuating vision, dry mouth, leg cramps, weight change.

Early detection and a comprehensive eye exam are important ingredients to properly treat this disease.

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