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January's Glaucoma Awareness Month highlights the crucial role of early detection and proactive management in preventing irreversible blindness caused by glaucoma.

ReFocus Eye Health is excited to announce its newest partnership with Washington Eye Institute.  Founded by Dr. Michael Summerfield, Washington Eye Institute's eight clinicians provide...

Scratched eyes can occur suddenly and painfully, and can have detrimental consequences without immediate medical attention. This month, our experts are highlighting how to prevent...

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), nearly 30,000 sports-related eye injuries are treated in U.S. emergency rooms each year. Since April is Sports...

Did you know that balanced nutrition can actually save vision? Nutrition plays a critical role when it comes to eye health, and this month we’re...

Digital eye strain continues to be a prevalent issue for eye patients, and one that does not seem to be ceasing any time soon. Formally...

As the eyes age, they are more susceptible to serious vision issues and diseases. One such disease, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), can result in the...

Being diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can feel confusing and a bit daunting. Our team of experts is here to help and shed light...

The month of January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time to shed light on what glaucoma is, how to recognize signs and symptoms, and understand...

We are excited to announce that our Philadelphia office will be relocating in the coming months. Moving to 3110 Grant Avenue in Philadelphia, the new,...

The winter season has arrived, and with it can come a myriad of eye-related issues. One of the most common we hear about is dry...

Caring for a family member or loved one with diabetes can be a significant and daunting task. This month, during Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month,...

As Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, November is a time to shed light on this important disease and offer insights and guidance for support. We’ll...

We understand that when preparing for an eye surgery, cost is a very important factor to consider. To support our patients and empower them with...

As we celebrate Healthy Aging Month this September, we’re emphasizing how to preserve eyesight and prevent blindness after 60. Brad E. Oren, M.D., a board-certified...

Later this year, patients will be seen at our brand new, state-of-the-art facility located at 3110 Grant Avenue in Philadelphia. We are excited to announce...

During Healthy Aging Month, we’re helping to educate our community on when and how the eyes age and the steps that can be taken to...

Strabismus, the medical term for any eye misalignment, is a condition that can affect both children and adults. This month, we’re highlighting strabismus and educating...

Did you know that while eyeglasses can improve vision, they can also improve learning? With our children returning back to school, it’s important to understand...

Do you know how to select the optimal UV protection for your eyes? We often have patients asking for our expertise, and the correct protection...

During these warm summer months there is an increased focus on skin protection, with the use of sunscreen, shades, protective clothing, etc., and there is...

June is Cataract Awareness Month, an important opportunity to highlight this progressive eye disease – both its prevalence and vision-saving treatment options. A cataract is...

When preparing for a cataract surgery, it is helpful to know what to expect and how you can best prepare for the procedure. During this...

Genetics play a large role in the health of our bodies, and our eyes are no exception. As we continue to highlight Healthy Vision Month,...

Welcome to Healthy Vision Month! As we’re highlighting the importance of healthy vision, our experts are taking the time to share the relevance of diet...

In celebration of Healthy Vision Month, we’re sharing our expert insights on how to keep you and your loved ones seeing life through a healthy...

April is Sports Eye Safety Month, offering the opportunity to shed light on the importance of proper protective eyewear when playing sports. From requirements and...

Did you know that sports and housework are two of the most common causes of eye injuries? As we continue to highlight Sports Eye Safety...

Buy one, get one free! Where: Stop by the optical shop at our Penndel-Bucks County office When: NOW through April 30, 2022 What: Buy one complete pair of eyeglasses...

We often hear about the various effects – both positive and negative – that food and beverages can have on the body, but how is...

Over the past few years the workplace environment has drastically changed, with an increase in remote and work-from-home arrangements becoming a new normal. Because of...

We’re excited to announce that ReFocus Eye Health has partnered with Manchester Ophthalmology in Manchester, CT. This partnership further increases our growing network of exceptional...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a serious eye disease that can result in the loss of central vision. Early diagnosis and effective treatment can help...

As we continue to recognize National Glaucoma Awareness Month, our team is sharing helpful insights and recommendations on the disease. From diagnosis and symptoms to...

As we recognize National Glaucoma Awareness Month this January, our team of experts at ReFocus is taking the time to highlight what it really means...

There are so many incredible groups and organizations to support by volunteering time, sharing gifts, and providing donations. In this spirit, the ReFocus team has...

By: Caroline N. DeBenedictis, M.D. The holidays are upon us again!  It can be a wonderful time to gather friends and family to celebrate.  There are...

During this month of gratitude, we’d like to take the time to recognize our incredible physicians and everything they do to support their patients. ReFocus...

As November is National Diabetes and Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, we’re taking the time to discuss how diabetes affects vision and what you can...

We live in a technological world that has only increased during the Covid-19 pandemic.  Remote work schedules, distance learning, and video meetings decrease commutes but...

One of the most common eye health complaints we see in the fall and winter months is dryness. Dry eye symptoms most commonly present as...

We’re excited to announce that ReFocus Eye Health has partnered with Advanced Eye Physicians in Meriden, Connecticut. This partnership adds one new location to our...

As we continue to celebrate Healthy Aging Month, we’re looking at fact versus fiction when it comes to age-related eye diseases. Test your knowledge below...

September is Healthy Aging Month! As we age, preserving eyesight becomes a more critical element to overall health. Particularly after the age of 60, there are...

As children return to school this Fall, parents and teachers should be on the lookout for symptoms that may indicate adolescent eye problems. From blinking...

It’s our anniversary. But YOU get the gift!   In honor of our ONE YEAR anniversary in Pennsylvania, we’re offering a buy one, get one...

We all love sunshine, right? It’s nature’s medicine. For instance, a dose of natural sunlight can improve sleep, thanks to light-sensitive cells in our eyes...

Jennifer Wagh, O.D. People often associate the onset of dry eyes with the cold, winter months. The air is bitter, dry, blustery – and, yes,...

Cataracts are a debilitating eye condition that require expert medical attention. While the only way to treat cataracts is surgery, there are options within surgery,...

Andrew Swan, M.D. Cataracts are a progressive disease that often develop slowly over time, not even disturbing eyesight at the onset. As normal eye changes...

Beauty trends are constantly evolving, and it’s no surprise that one of the newer trends focuses on enhancing eyes and eyelashes. Eyelash lifts and tints...

Did you know? Most vision problems are preventable with simple healthy habits. It may come as a surprise just how much control you have over...

As we continue to recognize April as Sports Eye Safety month, our experts have an easy-to-follow guide to help you better understand the correct protective...

Spring is here, and it’s very fitting that April is also Sports Eye Safety month. From team sports like baseball and softball starting up, to...

March is National Save Your Vision Awareness Month, serving as an important time to step back and refresh on key ways to promote eye health....

As our screen time has only increased during this unprecedented year of the pandemic, there’s also been a rise in consumer interest in blue light...

For being so small, our eyes sure do have a lot of very compact, very important components. Though all parts of an eye’s anatomy are...

Older age is a common risk factor in many medical problems – and eye conditions are no exception. Just like your body, your eyes and...

Glaucoma refers to a group of progressive diseases in which cells and fibers of the optic nerve are damaged, affecting the transmission of signals from...

Glaucoma refers to a group of progressive diseases in which cells and fibers of the optic nerve are damaged, affecting the transmission of signals from...

We’re excited to announce ReFocus Eye Health has acquired Eye Center of Southern Connecticut. This partnership adds three new locations to our growing network in...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in individuals over the age of 60. In fact, it is so common that it’s...

Although relatively small in size, our eyes are incredibly complex and require very special care—especially when a serious complication arises, such as a retinal disease...

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetes is a common condition that is estimated to impact 1 in 10 Americans—and it’s also a medical...

It’s estimated that nearly 10% of Americans have diabetes. Diabetes is a systemic health condition that can affect every part of the body—including the eyes....

According to the CDC, 8.3% of adults failed to obtain needed medical care in the U.S. due to cost. Perhaps that seems like a small...

It’s estimated that more than 8% of adults in the U.S. do not receive necessary medical care due to cost, according to the CDC. Given...

As our country continues the fight against COVID-19, we know that wearing a mask is important. And while proper face coverings may help protect us...

There are several eye conditions that can be associated with advanced age.  After all, as we get older, so do our eyes. Vision Loss Vision...

Vision plays an important role in processing, comprehending, and remembering information. For many across the country, the start of school during a pandemic looks a...

According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), “Children with uncorrected vision conditions or eye health problems face many barriers in life, academically, socially, and athletically.”...

We’re excited to announce ReFocus Eye Health has acquired OptiCare Eye Health & Vision Centers. This partnership adds three new locations to our growing network...

UV Safety – Protect Your Eyes from the Sun Did you know? July is National UV Safety Month! Spending time outdoors and enjoying safe exposure...

Sunglasses – More than Fashion July is National Eye Injury Prevention Month and National UV Safety Month. We’re celebrating the best way we know how:...

Every June we celebrate men’s health month. The health of our eyes is often overlooked, especially if nothing feels wrong. But, our eye health can often...

A cataract is a clouding of the (normally clear) lens of your eye. Most people begin to notice the development of cataracts when they begin...

Zoom meetings. Google hangouts. Facebook and Instagram live. Netflix binges. We’re living in a world where we are spending more and more time looking at...

Dry eye affects millions of Americans. It’s a common eye condition that’s defined by a lack of basal tears. The job of basal tears are...

Every May we celebrate women’s health month. The health of our eyes is often overlooked. “nothing feels wrong, so I don’t need to see the...

Eye health experts and the American Academy of Ophthalmology to release temporary new guidance for how to care for eye health during the coronavirus (covid-19)...

It’s reported that nearly half of all eye injuries happen at home. Home improvement projects, cleaning supplies, and yard work are all culprits in causing...

ReFocus Eye Health has added four new locations to our growing network in the Northeast. Our new locations allow us to serve the following areas...

It’s estimated that nearly one million American have had their eyesight negatively impacted by an eye injury. And, while 90% of workplace eye injuries can...

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month. If you’re not already aware of AMD, we recommend learning what to watch for as this is...

ReFocus Eye Health has two new locations: Meriden, CT and Bloomfield, CT. With the addition of these locations, we are also thrilled to welcome Robert...

Glaucoma refers to a group of progressive diseases in which cells and fibers of the optic nerve are damaged, affecting the transmission of signals from...

It is estimated that over 3 million Americans have glaucoma but only half of those know they have it. And, according to the World Health...

Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie recently revealed that she suffered a retinal tear, a serious eye injury. Guthrie’s retina in her right eye became torn...

Have you ever wondered about your family’s vision history and how it might impact you or your children? Have you ever been curious about the...

The retina is a thin membrane located at the back of the eye. Its job is to receive light that enters the eye, convert that...

If you're diabetic and are concerned about your vision, there may be a link. In fact, diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of...

We’re often asked, “Is eye care covered under my health insurance?” The answer can be complicated, but it boils down to this: it depends on...

What's a flexible spending account and can I use it to help cover the cost of eye care? A flexible spending account (FSA) is a...

Vision is one of the most powerful gateways we have for creating memories that last long after the moment has passed. Do you remember your...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects more than 10 million Americans. It is a chronic disease which attacks the central part of the retina, known as...

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” – Benjamin Franklin It goes without saying that the education of our children is important. What they...

August is National Eye Exam Month. We are passionate about helping to educate our patients so that they can enjoy the benefits of healthy vision...

July is National Eye Injury Prevention month. As eye care professionals, we’ve dedicated our entire career to helping people keep their vision healthy throughout life....

Glaucoma: Who, What, Why, Where, & When Glaucoma is a common eye condition. Many people with glaucoma have inherited the condition. It typically does not...

With great excitement, we welcome Richard S. Casden, MD and Betty Klein, MD to ReFocus Eye Health. Formerly with Acuity Eye Care, both Dr. Casden...

Every June we celebrate men’s health month. This year, we’re honoring the occasion by discussing what we know best: eye health. Oftentimes the health of...

Your optometrist may need to dilate your pupils to get a better view of your retinas. This involves a dilation drop that will make your...

An eye exam that includes pupil dilation can reveal conditions or diseases that haven’t yet begun to produce symptoms. This allows for early treatment which...

An ophthalmologist is a doctor – an M.D. – with expertise in medical and surgical eye problems who performs operations on the eyes. An optometrist...

There are many milestones when it comes to vision development in babies and infants – even before a child is born. In the womb, a...