Dry eye is a condition in which there is lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye. The severity can range from no symptoms at al...

You’ve heard the term, but what exactly does it mean? Most people have heard the term glaucoma, but many don’t know what it means. Even people that have glau...

“I see cobwebs in my vision!” or “There’s a fly in my eye!” You’re not alone – we’ve heard it all. They manifest as spots, squiggly lines, or blobs that app...

​Here at Peninsula Eye Physicians and Surgeons we strive to keep ourselves educated with the latest that science has to offer you. I routinely try to attend...

Eye drops are used to help us to further evaluate vision and eye health. First, an anesthetic eye drop is used to numb the eye. Then special eye drops will...

First, a medical history form will be completed for the examining doctor to review. A medical assistant or technician will help start the exam by reviewing ...

We often hear the question “Does my child need an eye exam?” The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) just released a statement recommending that child...

Every child should have a set of sun glasses. Just like every child should have a hat, wear sunscreen, eat veggies and brush their teeth. (Yes, it is reall...

Whenever it comes up in conversation that I am an optometrist, one of the most common questions I will get asked is, “Are my contacts good?” To which I will ...

Many people love contacts lenses for better peripheral vision, natural appearance, and comfortable vision without the weight of glasses. Some people also fe...

Over the last couple years I have noticed an increase in the amount of patients complaining about their intermediate vision. A recent Nielsen Company audien...