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Coming Soon to an Optician Near You: Electronic Bifocals!

Presbyopia is caused when the eye's lens, normally soft and flexible,
hardens with age and results in blurred reading vision. The hardening
of the lens makes it difficult for the eye to focus on close objects.
Presbyopia is part of the normal aging process, typically affecting
adults at about 40 years of age. Reading glasses and bifocals are used
to […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |August 2nd, 2010|Cutting Edge, Refractive Lens Surgery|3 Comments

Vision Harvest 2010: Free Cararact Surgery Date Set

Friday, October 22 will be the date for the second annual Vision Harvest free cataract surgery day at River Drive Surgery Center.  Cataract surgery will be provided free of charge to those patients with cataracts, who do not have insurance, and cannot afford the surgery.  Those interested should call the Vision Harvest Hotline at:973-200-8250Last year,in […]

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Get LASIK and Help Build a Well: The Charity Water Project

Andy Sernovitz is a friend of mine who runs an excellent conference called “The How to be Great at Word of Mouth Marketing Conference”.  The next conference is next week on July 20 in NYC.  I have worked with Andy in the past and highly recommend this conference.  In conjunction with this conference, Andy is […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |July 14th, 2010|Community, LASIK, Outside Interests|0 Comments

Free LASIK Offered to FIFA Refs After Poor Performance at 2010 World Cup

This year’s World Cup has showcased some of the world’s best Soccer players and teams.  Unfortunately, it has also been marred by some of the worst officiating in years.

Fans have been dismayed in seeing USA’s Maurice Edu’s goal dissallowed by a phanthom penalty, numerous questionable red cards, Brazil’s Luis Fabiano’s “hand ball” goal, offside goals […]

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LASIK Alternatives Story on Fox5 Aired Today

As I mentioned last week, Fox5 visited EyeCare 20/20 to do a  story discussing alternatives to LASIK surgery.  It aired today.Here it is:

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LASIK Alternatives Story to Air on Fox5 This Monday

As I previously mentioned, Dr. Sapna Parikh, medical correspondent for Fox5 New York, paid a visit to EyeCare 20/20 to do a story about LASIK alternatives.  She interviewed several patients and me to do this story.I just got word that the story will air on Fox5 this Monday during the 8 AM News hour.  Be […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |June 18th, 2010|EyeCare 20/20 In the News, LASIK|0 Comments

Nora Kirk Loves Her New Vision with ICL Implants

Dr. Sapna Parikh interviewing Nora Kirk for Fox 5 News. As I mentioned yesterday, Fox 5 was at EyeCare 20/20 this week for an upcoming story.  Nora Kirk was one of our patients who was interviewed.  Nora sent us an e-mail today about her experience:Hi Kerrie. How are you . I just wanted to […]

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Fox 5 Interviews “LASIK Alternative” Patients at EyeCare 20/20

Dr. Sapna Parikh was at EyeCare 20/20 yesterday interviewing two of our patients and me for an upcoming story about LASIK surgery.  Here are some pictures we took during the interview.  I am not sure when the story will air, but will keep you all informed when I get some more information.

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By |May 27th, 2010|EyeCare 20/20 In the News, LASIK|0 Comments

WDHA Fan Loves Her LASIK at EyeCare 20/20

We have had a lot of success treating many of WDHA's DJs and fans with LASIK.  I received this wonderful note today after seeing a DHA fan one month after her surgery:May 24, 2010Dear Dr. Silverman,I want to thank you for the LASIK surgery I had last month.  I had been wearing contacts for the […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 24th, 2010|LASIK, Patient Experiences|0 Comments

Professional Hockey Ref Scott Cherrey Loving His LASIK 1 Year Later!

I received a very nice letter from Professional Hockey Referee, Scott Cherrey. Its been 1 year since Scott took advantage of our LASIK the Refs program. I was lucky enough to see Scott during the season, after he reffed a Devils game. He was loving his new vision!
Here is a copy of Scott’s letter:To Dr. […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.