If there is bleeding inside my eye, will I need surgery right away?
It depends on what caused the bleeding and the condition of the retina. In some cases, vitreous hemorrhage can be monitored while the blood clears. However, prompt evaluation and possibly surgery may ...

Can I get a second opinion after seeing another eye doctor?
Yes. We can provide a second opinion about a diagnosis or the results of surgery performed elsewhere. Bringing previous test results, surgical records, or prescriptions can help us understand your eye...

I suddenly have a shadow over part of my vision. Do I need an appointment?
Sudden loss of vision or a new shadow covering part of your visual field needs prompt medical attention, even without an appointment. During business hours, call the clinic to check whether an urgent ...

Can I have an examination now and decide about surgery later?
Of course. You can have your eyes examined, review your options, and take time to decide whether to proceed with surgery. In non-urgent cases, monitoring or nonsurgical treatment may be appropriate. U...

Can I have LASIK or LASEK if I have dry eyes?
In some cases, yes, but it is important to assess and manage dry eye first. An unstable tear film can affect preoperative measurements and may worsen dryness after surgery. If necessary, we treat the ...

Is a more expensive multifocal lens necessarily better?
Not necessarily. The best choice depends on factors such as how often you drive at night, the distance at which you usually read or use your phone, and the health of your cornea and retina. The goal i...

What is a Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and what are its advantages?
A Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) is an intraocular lens whose optical power can be adjusted with light after cataract surgery. Its main advantage is that nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism ...

My intraocular lens has moved out of position. How can it be treated?
When an IOL moves out of its normal position, vision may become blurry or objects may appear doubled. Treatment may involve repositioning or exchanging the lens. If there is insufficient tissue to sup...

What is scleral fixation of an intraocular lens?
Scleral fixation is a procedure used when an IOL cannot be supported reliably in its normal position. The lens haptics are secured to the sclera, the white outer wall of the eye. The Yamane technique ...

Can I come for a second opinion if I had cataract surgery at another clinic?
Yes. We can evaluate concerns or symptoms following cataract surgery performed elsewhere. Previous surgical records, the date of surgery, and the model and power of your implanted IOL are helpful, but...

Does an epiretinal membrane always need to be removed?
Not necessarily. If blurred or distorted vision is mild and OCT scans show little change, observation may be appropriate. Surgery may be considered if symptoms begin to interfere with daily activities...

Can a macular hole be treated with eye drops or injections instead of surgery?
A full-thickness macular hole often requires surgery, usually involving vitrectomy and a gas bubble. Treatment depends on the size and duration of the hole and the condition of the vitreous. Some earl...