What is AMD (Age Related Macular Degeneration)?
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by glacialcm
1y ago
Age Related Macular Degeneration causes central vision loss. AMD impacts nearly 20 million people in the U.S. alone. The macula is the part of the eye that translates what you see right in front of you (basically, it’s your central vision).  It is a part of your retina and plays a really big role in your vision.  It’s located in the back part of the eye in the center of the retina. Specifically, AMD is a deterioration of the eye’s macula, which is the central part of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The macula is much more light-sensitive than the r ..read more
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ModMed Corner
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by Victoria Ontiveros
1y ago
by Guido Piquet It has been almost 3 months since we went live on Mod Med. The past few months have included some tough days but also some aha moments when a cool feature is found that Nextgen did not have. When Mann Eye first embarked on the journey to consider a new EMR system, the vision was to find a software package that would support our goal of growth and innovation. While right now we are still in the learning phase, we still believe that Mod Med will help us realize our goal of being one of the top ophthalmic practices in the country. One of the main reasons we chose Mod Med over oth ..read more
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The OD Advocate: December 2022 Edition
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by glacialcm
1y ago
WELCOME TO THE OD ADVOCATE. THIS MONTH WE WILL FEATURE CURRENT EVENTS, TIPS, UPDATES AND MORE. We recently saw a 25 year old male for a LASIK evaluation.  His long-time doctor had referred him after treating numerous corneal ulcers OU over years out of concern for continued contact lens-associated infections.  His best corrected vision was 20/20 with his moderate myopic correction which had been stable for 4 years.  As the rest of his exam was unremarkable, we focused on the corneal exam and testing.  With our corneal imaging, we were able to measure the depth of each scar ..read more
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Mann Eye Celebrates 45 Years of Helping Texas See Life Better
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by glacialcm
1y ago
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to Mann Eye, happy birthday to you!  Guess who is turning 45 and looking better than ever? You guessed it. Mann Eye Institute is celebrating 45 years of serving the people of greater Houston and Austin and surrounding areas, making See Life Better a household term throughout much of central and south Texas.  Mann Eye History  From our earliest days back in 1977, Mann Eye Institute’s founder Dr. Mike Mann, had a vision to create a different kind of eye care practice. More than a provider of the latest advancements in op ..read more
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Celebrate Healthy Aging Month With Us!
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by glacialcm
1y ago
At Mann Eye Institute, we’re celebrating Healthy Aging Month all September long! We’re proud to offer all the services you need to ensure your eyes stay happy and healthy as the years pass. From cataract care to glaucoma specialists to general eye care, we can provide all ophthalmic care necessary to our patients in the greater Houston and Austin areas. Cataract care Cataracts are an inevitable part of aging. Eventually, everyone will develop cataracts, but it can be hard to know how much they affect your vision because they grow slowly. Over time, your eyes will adjust to your cataracts, and ..read more
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Now Offering EVO Visian ICL™
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by glacialcm
1y ago
Exciting news! Mann Eye Institute is excited to offer EVO Visian® ICL (EVO) to provide our patients with another treatment option to correct myopia and astigmatism. If you have been told you are not a LASIK candidate, this is a great alternative! EVO is an Evolution in Visual Freedom designed to provide premium refractive outcomes while optimizing patient comfort. Made from Collamer®, EVO can treat a wide range of refractive error.  What is an ICL? An Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) is an artificial lens that is permanently implanted in the eye and is used to treat myopia (nearsightednes ..read more
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Celebrate National Eye Exam Month at Mann Eye Institute!
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by glacialcm
1y ago
Mann Eye Institute has all of the eye care services you need, all under one roof! So this August (also known as National Eye Exam Month), get scheduled to make sure your eyes are happy and healthy for years to come! Medical Eye Exam When it comes to ophthalmic care, Mann Eye Institute has been providing excellent care to our patients for over 40 years. If you need to get a medical eye exam done, we would be honored to be the practice you choose to invest in your vision’s health. How do you know if you need a medical eye exam? Great question! The American Board of Ophthalmologists recommends t ..read more
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The OD Advocate: August 2022 Edition
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by glacialcm
1y ago
WELCOME TO THE OD ADVOCATE. THIS MONTH WE WILL FEATURE CURRENT EVENTS, TIPS, UPDATES AND MORE. REFRACTIVE SURGICAL CASE REPORT — BY ALEX HACOPIAN, MD Dr. Alex Hacopian discusses the new FDA approved Acufocus IC-8 Small Aperture IOL for cataract surgery. Click here to learn more about this treatment. Learn More WELCOME HANNAH MUNIZ CASTRO, MD Fannin & Humble Hannah Muniz Castro was raised in Southern California. She graduated magna cum laude from UCLA and attended medical school at University of California, Irvine. After finishing a year of internal medicine internship at Loma Linda Unive ..read more
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The OD Advocate: March 2022 Edition
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by glacialdev
1y ago
Welcome to the March edition of The OD Advocate, our information-packed quarterly newsletter. We hope you’ll enjoy the content we’ve presented, and of course, we’d love to hear your feedback! Surgeon Insights: Dr. Wright Dr. Brian Wright weighs in on cataract post op expectations. Learn More Mann Eye Scheduling Portal Mann Eye is excited to present the OD Portal! This application will allow you, the Co-managing Optometrist, greater access to your patient’s care as well as expanded communication with Mann Eye. Some features include Real-time scheduling at a Mann Eye facility, secure mess ..read more
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How can I know if my glaucoma is stable?
Mann Eye Institute
by glacialcontent
1y ago
By Dr. Luke Barker Glaucoma is a slowly progressive and typically painless disorder where the optic nerve slowly dies and peripheral vision progressively decreases. It is a leading cause of preventable blindness in the US and world…emphasis on PREVENTABLE. Since glaucoma causes little to no pain, most patients have no idea they have it, and it can go untreated for years or decades. Vision loss is irreversible. For this reason, early detection is so important! What Causes Glaucoma and How is it Treated? Glaucoma can stem from trauma, other diseases, and even your genetics. The exact cause is un ..read more
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