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Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Diabetes on November 7, 2012

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month. Diabetic eye disease is one of the major causes of vision loss in adults. When the sugar levels in the blood are high, it is very stressful on the blood vessels all over the body, putting individuals at high risk for heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. In the… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on October 17, 2012

In an effort to educate the public about the importance of safe vision, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has declared October as National Eye Injury Prevention Month. The hope is that by sharing some of the most common vision accidents and causes, as well as helpful tips on how to maintain healthy vision, people can… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on October 4, 2012

When thinking about how to describe the world we live in, one word generally comes to mind: connected. Everywhere we go we’re usually carrying around some sort of device that keeps us connected to something important to us. Whether it’s a tablet, smart phone or a computer that we’re using to stay in touch, we… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on September 17, 2012

If you want to improve your vision, you had better start with your diet because healthy vision starts with healthy eating habits. Fruits, vegetables and fish make for healthy, light and delicious meals and snacks and contain nutrients and powerful antioxidants that are essential to healthy eyes.  Studies have shown that a diet rich in… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on August 23, 2012

August is National Cataract Awareness Month. During the month of August be sure to focus on your vision and talk to your doctor if you believe you are at risk for cataracts. Since cataracts develop over years, gradual changes in vision can become the norm for most individuals suffering from the condition and therefore become… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Announcements on August 10, 2012

We are greatly saddened to announce that on Thursday morning Roger David, MD from the Northwest/Northwest Portland office passed away. He was on a vacation in Montana taking part in an organized bike ride with friends and suffered a massive heart attack. Dr. David began his career at The Portland Clinic then in 1982 along… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Announcements on July 12, 2012

We are pleased to announce the arrival of our newest ophthalmologist, Dr. Jason Skalet. Dr. Skalet joins our group July 9th, seeing patients in our Oregon City and Milwaukie offices. He has spent the last 4 years since completing his fellowship as the sole referral cornea and uveitis specialist for East Bay Kaiser Permanente, in… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 3, 2012

 BE PREPARED: -Store fireworks out of children’s reach. -Always read and follow label directions. -Place pets indoors; they are easily frightened by fireworks. -Always have water handy (a garden hose or a bucket of water). BE RESPONSIBLE: -Soak used fireworks thoroughly in a bucket of water. -Dispose of used fireworks & debris properly. -Never re-light… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 22, 2012

Treat your tired eyes in no time Fatigue is frighteningly common these days, and feeling worn out all the time is just plain miserable. VSP’s Envision health insider and EyeHealth Northwest share simple ways to lasting results for looking your best any time of day. As much as we might try to hide the fact… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on April 30, 2012

19 people received free cataract surgery on Friday, April 27. Thank you  to Doctors Bock,  Hauptmann, McKinney and Stromberg, EyeHealth nursing staff, Nurse Anesthetists for making dreams come true by giving the gift of sight!