Higher Standards Mean Better Service

Tuesday, April 19 2011 - 0 comments

When searching for quality eye care, remember that it is important for the whole staff to be highly qualified and well trained. If you are looking into LASIK surgery, it isn’t just enough to make sure that the surgeon is well-qualified , but everyone at the clinic. At Key-Whitman, all technicians are required to become Certified Ophthalmic Assistants within a year of service. Making this a requirement rather than an optional certification is our way of assuring that everyone on our staff is held to the highest standards and is committed to providing you with the best service possible. To...

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Eye Health: The Connection Between Diabetes and Eye Disease

Tuesday, April 19 2011 - 0 comments

Did you know that one of the leading causes of blindness in adults aged 20-74 is Diabetes? As a diabetic, paying close attention to your eyesight is crucial, and regular eye exams can help prevent or detect problems early before irreversible blindness occurs. When you have diabetes, eye health should be a top concern. The threat of eye disease and changes in vision grow when your blood sugar becomes too high for your body to regulate. High blood sugar causes the lenses of the eye to swell, which can inhibit clear vision. The swelling of the eye lenses may take days, or even months to control your...

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