February is National AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month.
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on February 22, 2012
February is National AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month. AMD or Age-Related Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss affecting over 15 million adults over the age of 50.To understand how AMD affects your vision. Take your left hand and cover your left eye, now make a fist with your right hand. Take your right… Read More
EyeHealth NW Welcomes Yvonne Duan, MN, FNP Aesthetic Specialist
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Announcements on February 9, 2012
Licensed by the Oregon Board of Nursing as a family nurse practitioner, Yvonne brings a wealth of clinical experience to EyeHealth Northwest. She has been a nurse for over fifteen years. For the first five years of her nursing career, Yvonne practiced nursing in specialty areas including medical/surgical nursing in acute care and home health… Read More
Which is Safer, Contact Lenses or LASIK?
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on January 26, 2012
Which is Safer, Contact Lenses or LASIK? Author: Dr. Scott Grealish The answer is… Contrary to popular belief, the answer for most people is Lasik. That’s not to say that contacts are particularly dangerous. When properly fit and worn they have been used by millions for decades with great success. That’s not news, but the… Read More
Tips To Healthy Eyes in 2012
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on January 16, 2012
Healthy Eyes in 2012 Eye exams are not the only way in which you should be taking care of your vision in the upcoming New Year. Below are a few ways to ensure that your eyes and your vision health stays strong in 2012, and beyond. Sun Protection ( Yes! Even in the winter)It is… Read More
Eye Health enhancing recipes for this holiday season
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on December 20, 2011
Happy Holidays from EyeHealth Northwest! Giving the Gift of Eye Health It is easy to get lost in a blur of fruitcake and eggnog with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Bring comfort and joy to your family and friends with these sweet and savory eye healthy recipes. Cheer Spreading – Cherry Tomatoes… Read More
EyeHealth NW offers some things to consider when purchasing toys for the little ones this holiday season
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on December 13, 2011
As the holiday season gets closer, parents from all over are making their shopping lists in hopes of making a memorable holiday for their youngsters. And while the children may know what toys are the most popular, they do not typically consider which ones can potentially be dangerous. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission,… Read More
We are proud to welcome Dr. Brian Chan-Kai, Retina Specialist.
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Announcements on November 1, 2011
Dr. Chan-Kai is a board certified ophthalmologist, specializing in Vitreoretinal disease and surgery. Dr. Chan-Kai graduated from the University of California in 1998 with a B.S. in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. He subsequently attended medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical student honor society…. Read More
