Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD): Treatment & PreventionWednesday, February 22 2012 - 0 comments 
The condition of our eyes is always changing, and over time it is not unlikely that our vision will decrease with age. Reading, driving and seeing with clarity become more and more difficult after years of wear and tear on the eye. One of the causes of decreased vision as we age is a disease called age-related macular degeneration (ARMD). ARMD affects a part of the eye called the macula, acentral part of the retina responsible for sharp central vision and colors. Thus, the disease can cause blurry or wavy vision and a blind spot in the center of your vision. ARMD is a leading cause of irreversible...
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Key-Whitman Ophthalmic Team Has Life-Changing Experience in GuatemalaFriday, February 17 2012 - 0 comments “There is so much need in the world. We cannot help everyone but we can start with one patient at a time” – Dr. Jorge Corona . Earlier this month, The Key-Whitman ophthalmic team made up of Dr. Jorge Corona, Nurse Joaquin Ramirez, and Tech Bobi Mata returned from their medical mission trip with HELPS International in San Cristóbal,Guatemala with changed hearts and stories to tell. “It was by far the most incredible trip of my life!” said Tech Bobi Mata. “We worked harder than I have ever worked before. I really cannot express how much this medical mission... key-whitman-ophthalmic-team-has-life-changing-experience-in-guatemala |
Eye Safety Tips and Tricks for Makeup ApplicationWednesday, February 15 2012 - 0 comments 
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder...of a mascara wand! If you’re looking to impress that special someone with a sultry smokey eye, keep in mind the importance of eye safety before you apply any cosmetics. Whether you are primping for a romantic date or a fun night out with the girls, our eye safety makeup application tips below will keep your eyes healthy and beautiful. Wash your hands. It is essitential to wash your hands before you touch your eyes and face to avoid outside bacteria from entering your eye. Change out old eye makeup products often. Makeup products can harbour bacteria...
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Live Facebook Chat Recap: LASIK Eye SurgeryTuesday, February 07 2012 - 0 comments 
On Thursday, January 26, 2012 we kicked off our first weekly Live Facebook Chat from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the Chat, Key-Whitman Eye Center’s Chief Surgeon, Dr. Whitman , discussed LASIK eye surgery and answered our fan’s questions in real time. If you couldn’t make the chat, but are interested in learning more about LASIK eye surgery check out the fan’s questions and Dr. Whitman’s responses below. Is there a "sensitive" time after LASIK that the incision may be reopened? If referring to the amount of time after the original LASIK surgery that the...
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Rapid Eye Movement (REM) SleepWednesday, February 01 2012 - 0 comments 
Every night when your head hits the pillow and you find that last cool spot in the bed, a sense of calm comes over you as you drift off to sleep. Or so you think it’s a sense of calm! Actually, when you sleep, your body is working overtime to restore energy from the day’s activity. In certain segments of your sleep, low voltage brain waves, irregular breathing and heart rate are being prompted. This phase of sleep is called rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. In fact, there are two basic phases of sleep: REM sleep and non-REM sleep. The body fades in and out of REM and non-REM sleep throughout...
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LASIK EnhancementsMonday, January 30 2012 - 0 comments 
It is no secret that LASIK eye surgery is a life-changing procedure. And it shouldn’t be a secret that in some cases, additional enhancements are needed in order for the patient to receive optimal vision correction. In most cases, patients can expect great results even if additional enhancements are needed. According to the Eye Surgery Education Council founded by members of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, a study published in 2008 found that more than 95 percent of the 16 million LASIK patients were pleased with their vision after the surgery. One of the main causes... |
Preparing for LASIKWednesday, January 25 2012 - 0 comments 
As we illustrated in our recent blog post, 2012 Flexible Spending Accounts: Why Spend on LASIK Now? , now is the best time to spend on LASIK or vision correction surgery. With that in mind, you may have already determined that you are a candidate and scheduled an appointment for LASIK eye surgery. Here are a few easy tips from our experienced eye doctors to help you prepare for the surgical procedure and life-changing experience. Take time off. While the procedure itself only takes about 15-20 minutes, we ask that the patient make arrangements to stay for an hour to 1 ½ hours. Following... |
2012 Flexible Spending Accounts: Why Spend on LASIK Now?Tuesday, January 24 2012 - 0 comments 
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) rules are changing on January 1, 2013, and although we are only a month into 2012, the changes may influence how you spend your funds now. In 2013, employees will be limited to putting $2,500 pre-tax salary into their healthcare FSA per year. While there is currently no legal limit on pre-tax contributions, most employers typically set a limit of $5,000. If you are an employee with a Flexible Spending Account, you have already decided how much pre-tax salary to divert into your account for 2012 during the open enrollment period. It is now important to decide... |
Key-Whitman Ophthalmic Team Heads to Guatemala to Provide Medical AidThursday, January 19 2012 - 0 comments This weekend, an ophthalmic surgical team from Key-Whitman Eye Center consisting of Dr. Jorge Corona , Nurse Joaquin Ramirez, and Tech Bobi Mata, will be heading to San Cristóbal, Guatemala to participate in a medical mission trip with HELPS International . They will be joining a team of eighty-five doctors, nurses and medical professionals from the Dallas-Fort Worth area and across the nation. Through the program the team will work to alleviate medical problems in Guatemala's rural indigenous areas surrounding San Cristóbal by performing surgeries and patient examinations. They...
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Key-Whitman Live Facebook ChatWednesday, January 18 2012 - 0 comments Do you have questions about your vision? Maybe you’re wondering if laser eye surgery is right for you. Or perhaps, you are starting to see differences in your vision. Our experienced eye doctors at Key-Whitman Eye Center are here to help you answer those questions! Join us every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for our Live Facebook Chat on the Key-Whitman Eye Center Facebook wall, where one of our eye doctors will be available to answer your eye care questions in real time. RSVP if you plan on joining us this week. Make sure to post your questions to the first Live Chat this Thursday... |
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