What are flashes and floaters?
Flashes and floaters are both signs of the change in the gel (called vitreous) in the back of your eye. “Flashes” of light can occur
April 19, 2023
The team at Envision Ophthalmology & Wellness believes healthy vision starts with a healthy body. As an ophthalmologist and lifestyle medicine specialist, Dr. E. Shanika Esparaz works with each patient to develop smart habits that can easily be put into action to help prevent vision loss. From delicious recipes and self-care resources to exercise plans and eyecare tips, she shares many of her recommendations right here on her blog.
Flashes and floaters are both signs of the change in the gel (called vitreous) in the back of your eye. “Flashes” of light can occur
Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that typically affects patients over the age of 50. Risk factors for macular degeneration include: It is important
Dry macular degeneration is a chronic eye condition that typically affects patients 60 years and older. It causes gradual deterioration of the macula, the central
Listen in as Dr. Esparaz shows a case of injections improving this patient’s diabetic eye disease and vision. This patient could barely drive and now
In a typical insurance-based practice, retina specialist see about 40-60 patients a day. Yes, that’s right, 40-60 patients. You are 1 of 60 patients. A
Is there a way to monitor your vision at home? The answer is: Yes! At your dilated eye exam we will go over in detail
When a patient hears, “You have macular degeneration”, for the first time, many thoughts run through their head. That is where having a trusted retinal
If you have moderate dry macular degeneration or wet macular degeneration in one eye, consider speaking with your eye care provider about macular degeneration vitamins
Check out the results of one of Dr. Esparaz’s patients below. The patient could barely see to drive and after just one injection, the patient
“I woke up and couldn’t see my wife’s face anymore, that is when I knew something was wrong.” ~ 65 year old patient with new