https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/Eye Physicians and Surgeons, PA2019-11-13T15:15:00-05:00https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/11/13/the-trunk-show-opened-at-202589The Trunk Show Opened at EPS and is Held Over One More DayFirst Annual Trunk Show at Eye Physicians and Surgeons is extended one more day!
2019-11-13T15:15:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/11/13/the-trunk-show-opened-at-202589sale - 50% off all eyeglass frameshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/11/06/what-can-you-find-in-202485What Can You Find in a Trunk?Fun and games will be part of the day at EPS when our Annual Trunk Show opens. Be sure to visit us on November 13!!!
2019-11-06T16:10:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/11/06/what-can-you-find-in-202485eyeglass frames 50% offhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/06/28/dangerous-times-for-vision-200399Dangerous Times for VisionThe days surrounding the 4th of July are known as dangerous times. Personal safety and specifically eyesight are at risk for injury or worse.
2019-06-28T15:18:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse4th-of-july, fireworks, safety/2019/06/28/dangerous-times-for-vision-200399Eye Injuries, Safety Awarenesshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/06/21/lasik-after-cataract-surgery-not-199423LASIK after Cataract Surgery: Not too late for vision without glassesLASIK can be performed even after cataract surgery to reduce one's need for eyeglasses
2019-06-21T16:03:00-04:00Jeffrey Minkovitzsurfalias@comcast.nettruetruefalselasik, prk, cataract-surgery, laser-vision-correction/2019/06/21/lasik-after-cataract-surgery-not-199423LASIK, Cataract Surgery, Delawarehttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/06/20/choices-to-make-regarding-cataract-199417Choices to Make Regarding Cataract SurgeryCataract surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the U.S. It is considered one of the safest and most effective surgeries. About 90% of patients experience better vision after this surgery.
2019-06-20T13:38:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsecataracts, iols, astigmatism, lifestyle-choices/2019/06/20/choices-to-make-regarding-cataract-199417https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/06/14/cataracts-is-no-respecter-of-199315Cataracts Is No Respecter of Persons - Anyone Can Be AffectedCataracts should not be considered a condition that occurs only in the senior population.
2019-06-14T09:09:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseblurred-cloudy-vision, glare, cataract-evaluation/2019/06/14/cataracts-is-no-respecter-of-199315blurred / cloudy vision, glare, cataract evalhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/06/03/staff-highlight-of-the-month-198839Staff Highlight of the Month - April Majewski April has the skill of discerning which calls need more immediate attention. She triages calls to the appropriate technician for patients who have symptoms that indicate they should be seen immediately.
2019-06-03T08:32:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseservice-with-a-smile, eps-family, triage, appointments/2019/06/03/staff-highlight-of-the-month-198839https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/04/29/sports-related-eye-injuries-can-198127Sports Related Eye Injuries Can Be AvoidedParents and coaches can have a crucial impact toward making protective eye gear mandatory in sports for children and youth.
2019-04-29T08:33:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseprotective-eye-wear, sports-uniform, prevent-vision-loss/2019/04/29/sports-related-eye-injuries-can-198127vision protection, sports eye protection https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/04/26/staff-highlight-elisabeth-parisi-198107Staff Highlight - Elisabeth ParisiFacilitating the transfer of information via fax, scanning, emailing and U.S. Mail is what Liz considers her most important role.
2019-04-26T09:54:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/04/26/staff-highlight-elisabeth-parisi-198107EPS, Staff, secretaryhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/03/29/workplace-eye-wellness-month-197293Workplace Eye Wellness Month / Focus on Eye Donor AwarenessCertainly the consideration of donating one s organs to a stranger in need or even a family member is not a new concept. Once you go to Division of Motor Vehicle you are aware of the option to become a donor and signify the same on your driver s license or state ID. The act of one individual designating donor status puts into motion a multitude of life changing events.
2019-03-29T16:33:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetruecorneal-transplants, dr-minkovitz/2019/03/29/workplace-eye-wellness-month-197293vision protection, eye gear, eye donor, https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/03/14/march-workplace-eye-wellness-month-focus-197125March Workplace Eye Wellness Month/Focus on Adjusting Work SurroundingTaking care of your eyes and having an atmosphere of injury prevention at the workplace makes for a happy worker and therefore a happy employer.
2019-03-14T14:25:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseeye-safety, dry-eye, strain, insomnia, headaches/2019/03/14/march-workplace-eye-wellness-month-focus-197125Eye Safety,dry eye, strain, insomnia, headacheshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/03/04/resources-and-supports-for-individuals-196931Resources and Supports for Individuals w Vision Loss & their FamiliesLessons learned take care of your eyesight, do all you can to maintain your vision, but don t be afraid if ultimately your vision loss changes your life. We have many patients with AMD that live independently who benefit from low vision devices and medical care received at EPS.
2019-03-04T15:47:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseamd, retina, eps, assistive-devices/2019/03/04/resources-and-supports-for-individuals-196931AMD, Retina, EPS, Assistive Deviceshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/02/25/stages-of-amd-and-related-196751Stages of AMD and Related Treatments Including PreventionTreatments for AMD may bring questions to your mind that should be asked of your ophthalmologist. Make a list of your questions and take it to your appointment. This article from which this post is taken offers a list of questions you may want to ask.
2019-02-25T09:22:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsearmd, stages, treatments, prevention/2019/02/25/stages-of-amd-and-related-196751ARMD stages, treatments, preventionhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/02/13/age-related-macular-degeneration-diagnostic-196473Age-Related Macular Degeneration - Diagnostic ToolsAs in all things medical, the sooner one is diagnosed the better the outcome due to opportunity for early treatment.
2019-02-13T16:43:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsearmd, diagnostic-tools, nei/2019/02/13/age-related-macular-degeneration-diagnostic-196473ARMD, diagnostic tools, NEIhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/02/05/february-is-age-related-macular-degeneration-196271February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration MonthThis week our focus is about who is at risk for AMD and what are the telltale symptoms? American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) reminds us that vision can be saved with the practice of making and keeping vision appointments.
2019-02-05T10:44:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseage-related-macular-degeneration/2019/02/05/february-is-age-related-macular-degeneration-196271AMD, Risk Factors, Symptomshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/01/25/isn-t-our-new-website-great-196065Isn't Our New Website Great!Let us know your opinion of our new website by submitting a review.
2019-01-25T14:40:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/01/25/isn-t-our-new-website-great-196065EPS, website, on line serviceshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/01/17/launch-of-our-new-website-195907Launch of Our New WebsiteHope you enjoy our new website.
2019-01-17T14:32:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrue/2019/01/17/launch-of-our-new-website-195907https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/01/15/strange-but-true-195829Strange ~ But True??? We don t treat means or averages, we treat individuals, said Dr. Iwach.
2019-01-15T14:13:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/01/15/strange-but-true-195829Glaucoma, Intraocular Pressure, Ocular Hypertensiohttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2019/01/09/glaucoma-defined-examine-195755Glaucoma Defined … Examine - Treat - RepeatGlaucoma is often called the silent thief of sight.
2019-01-09T14:10:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2019/01/09/glaucoma-defined-examine-195755Glaucoma, optic nerve, intraocular pressurehttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/12/07/answering-the-call-to-be-195339Answering the Call to Be a Good NeighborMy stocking overflows!
2018-12-07T16:25:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseeps, salvation-army/2018/12/07/answering-the-call-to-be-195339https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/12/03/holiday-happenings-at-eps-195165Holiday Happenings at EPSIt s best to plan ahead when it comes to the holidays. Deadlines for orders need attention, early closings and holiday observances need awareness.
2018-12-03T08:41:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsegifts, early-closings, holiday, family/2018/12/03/holiday-happenings-at-eps-195165https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/11/30/preventing-diabetic-eye-disease-195173Preventing Diabetic Eye DiseaseNovember is Diabetic Awareness Month PREVENTING DIABETIC EYE DISEASE Diabetic control is incredibly important in decreasing your risk of blindness and needing laser, injections or eye surgery. There are many things that you can do to prevent vision loss from diabetes. Diabetic Control starts with a proper diabetic diet, daily exercise and maintaining ideal body weight.
2018-11-30T17:18:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2018/11/30/preventing-diabetic-eye-disease-195173https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/11/20/preventing-diabetic-eye-disease-194925Preventing Diabetic Eye DiseaseNovember is Diabetic Awareness Month PREVENTING DIABETIC EYE DISEASE Diabetic control is incredibly important in decreasing your risk of blindness and needing laser, injections or eye surgery. There are many things that you can do to prevent vision loss from diabetes. Diabetic Control starts with a proper diabetic diet, daily exercise and maintaining ideal body weight.
2018-11-20T08:27:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2018/11/20/preventing-diabetic-eye-disease-194925https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/11/16/deadline-to-keep-194933Deadline to KeepOrder your contacts in time for Thanksgiving.
2018-11-16T10:56:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2018/11/16/deadline-to-keep-194933https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/11/13/holiday-hours-194845Holiday HoursPick up your contacts before 5:00 pm on the 21st if you cannot wait until 7:30 am on the 26th.
2018-11-13T15:36:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseholiday-hours, eps/2018/11/13/holiday-hours-194845Thanksgiving, EPS, Hourshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/11/05/flashes-and-floaters-caused-194741Flashes and Floaters ~ Caused by MigrainesNot all flashes and floaters are created equally.
2018-11-05T07:53:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseflashes, floaters, migraines, womens-journal/2018/11/05/flashes-and-floaters-caused-194741https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/10/29/should-you-worry-about-blue-194561Should You Worry About Blue Light?Read about the 20-20-20 rule to guard against dry eyes.
2018-10-29T08:19:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseblue-light, vision, myopia, ultra-violet-light/2018/10/29/should-you-worry-about-blue-194561https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/10/02/can-i-believe-my-eyes-193835Can I Believe My Eyes?!Changes to the retina that parallel changes to the brain provide clues to researchers.
2018-10-02T16:30:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsealzheimers, early-diagnosis, retina, optical-coherence-topography/2018/10/02/can-i-believe-my-eyes-193835https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/09/21/eps-staff-member-s-accomplishment-is-193661EPS Staff Member's Accomplishment is ApplaudedWe are very proud of Karen's accomplishment!
2018-09-21T14:55:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsecommitment-to-patients, eps, certified/2018/09/21/eps-staff-member-s-accomplishment-is-193661https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/09/20/what-do-delaware-and-eps-193615What do Delaware and EPS Have in Common? They have Top Docs!Top Docs in Delaware 2018 are listed in Delaware Today Magazine and two of these Top Docs practice at EPS.
2018-09-20T11:29:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsedelaware-today, top-docs, eps, dr-glazer, dr-ko/2018/09/20/what-do-delaware-and-eps-193615https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/09/12/eps-welcomes-additional-doctor-to-193439EPS Welcomes Additional Doctor to the Practice!A new day at EPS brings a new O.D. to the practice.
2018-09-12T14:36:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsedelaware-native, contact-lenses, glasses, children/2018/09/12/eps-welcomes-additional-doctor-to-193439https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/08/23/important-follow-up-on-blog-about-193119Important Follow-up on Blog about Contact Lens Health WeekInclude young family members as you view patient story videos - make it a teaching moment!
2018-08-23T11:44:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseeye-infections, contact-lenses, healthy-habits/2018/08/23/important-follow-up-on-blog-about-193119https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/08/20/this-week-is-contact-lens-193047This Week is Contact Lens Health Week 2018 - August 20-24The theme of Contact Lens Health Week is Healthy Habits Mean Healthy Eyes
2018-08-20T14:09:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsecontact-lenses, healthy-lifestyle, good-habits/2018/08/20/this-week-is-contact-lens-193047https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/07/30/human-corneas-scientifically-created-192213Human Corneas – Scientifically Created Via 3-D Printer!There is a worldwide shortage of donor corneas.
2018-07-30T13:22:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsescientific-research, corneas, transplant/2018/07/30/human-corneas-scientifically-created-192213https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/06/29/eating-lifestyle-for-healthy-191763Eating & Lifestyle for Healthy Eyes - Ocular Injections are not EnoughAs a retina specialist, we see many patients with eye problems that are a direct consequence of a systemic disease. In addition, there are some retinal diseases that can be modified by controlling an associated systemic disease. As a result, retina specialists commonly evaluate the patient as a whole, not just an eye.
2018-06-29T10:52:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseocular-injections, retinopathy, retinal-vein-and-artery-occlusion, amd, lifestyle/2018/06/29/eating-lifestyle-for-healthy-191763Lifestyle, AMD, occlusion, ocular injectionshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/06/29/the-blinding-truth-191759The Blinding TruthHow many dangers out there affect our ability to see?
2018-06-29T09:09:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalselifestyle, safety, trauma, blindness/2018/06/29/the-blinding-truth-191759https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/06/19/what-is-refractive-cataract-surgery-191597What Is Refractive Cataract Surgery?Dr. Jeffrey Minkovitz is a regular contributor to the New Castle County Women's Journal which is a quarterly publication. His article noted in the title above will be published with the next edition of the New Castle County Women's Journal - and with their permission it has been included it in it's entirety on this blog.
2018-06-19T15:19:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalseblind, refractive-surgery, cataracts/2018/06/19/what-is-refractive-cataract-surgery-191597surgery, cataracts, https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/05/15/seeing-eye-dog-or-seeing-190909Seeing Eye Dog or Seeing AI?New smartphone app acts like a seeing eye dog without the bark.
2018-05-15T16:54:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrueblindness, visual-acuity, lifestyle/2018/05/15/seeing-eye-dog-or-seeing-190909Lifestyle, visual acuity, blindnesshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/05/07/what-is-macular-degeneration-190783What is Macular Degeneration?There is a difference between dry and wet macular degeneration.
2018-05-07T09:31:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrueretinal-disease, intraocular-injections, amd, cause-of-blindness/2018/05/07/what-is-macular-degeneration-190783Retinal disease, AMD, causes of blindnesshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/04/26/sight-restored-for-two-patients-190621Sight Restored for Two Patients!The most common cause of blindness has some exciiting new treatments.
2018-04-26T12:14:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrueretinal-disease, amd, blindness, treatment/2018/04/26/sight-restored-for-two-patients-190621Retinal disease, AMD, and, blindnesshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/04/12/diabetes-skin-patch-could-abolish-190419Diabetes skin patch could abolish finger-prick tests.Diabetic control is essential in preventing diabetic eye disease. Read how new, exciting advancements are coming along in diabetic care.
2018-04-12T15:45:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetruediabetes, disease-control, glucose-montoring/2018/04/12/diabetes-skin-patch-could-abolish-190419https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/04/10/a-friendly-reminder-about-the-190371A Friendly Reminder about the New Medicare CardYou can receive an email from CMS to let you know when cards are being mailed. See the link in the paragraph ahead.
2018-04-10T14:09:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalse/2018/04/10/a-friendly-reminder-about-the-190371status new medicare card, epshttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/04/02/tip-tuesday-tearing-a-190099Tip Tuesday - Tearing a Sign of Dry EyesIt may be counter-intuitive to consider dry eyes the cause of tears, but don't let that fool you.
2018-04-02T13:59:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsedry-eye-syndrome, tearing/2018/04/02/tip-tuesday-tearing-a-190099https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/28/food-friday-the-incredible-egg-190061Food Friday! The Incredible EggThe egg has been called incredible for good reason. Not only is the egg rich in symbolism it is rich in nutrients.
2018-03-28T15:27:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsehealthy-lifestyle, healthy-eating, nutrition/2018/03/28/food-friday-the-incredible-egg-190061https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/27/tip-tuesday-190029Tip TuesdayAt EPS we are dubbing Tuesday as Tip Tuesday so watch for quick and to the point information that will tip you off to useful knowledge you may not have heard before.
2018-03-27T14:25:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetruehealthy-lifestyle, eye-strain/2018/03/27/tip-tuesday-190029https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/23/amd-and-areds-2-189953AMD and AREDS 2For a list of the top 10 foods for healthy eyes, click on the link in this blog.
2018-03-23T10:02:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrueretinal-disease, diets, healthy-lifestyle, areds-2, healthy-eyes/2018/03/23/amd-and-areds-2-189953https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/20/check-office-message-before-coming-189863Call the Office Before Coming Out Due to the Winter StormWeather conditions may determine our hours on Wednesday, 3/21/18.
2018-03-20T16:57:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrue/2018/03/20/check-office-message-before-coming-189863weather, https://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/14/the-key-to-weight-loss-189765The Key to Weight LossQuality of diet (not quantity) is what makes the difference in diet success.
2018-03-14T12:32:00-04:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruefalsetrue/2018/03/14/the-key-to-weight-loss-189765obesity, type II diabetes, healthy diethttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/03/09/winter-sun-eye-safety-189715Winter Sun Eye SafetySun exposure is not a respecter of seasons. Winter exposure can be harmful even more than exposure during the summer.
2018-03-09T10:03:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruefalsecataracts, eye-wear, eye-care/2018/03/09/winter-sun-eye-safety-189715Cataracts, snow blindness, growths on eye, cancerhttps://www.eyephysicians.com/blog/2018/02/27/how-to-lose-weight-with-189487How To Lose Weight With Just 15 Teeny Tiny ChangesClick on the link in the rest of the story to learn about the teen tiny changes you can make. Become10 pounds lighter in a few months!
2018-02-27T14:21:00-05:00Eye Physicians and Surgeons, P.A.lasik@eyephysicians.comtruetruetrue/2018/02/27/how-to-lose-weight-with-189487Diabetes Reversed, Weight Loss