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Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc. recently announced a voluntary recall on several eye drops and eye ointments sold at Walgreens and Walmart stores. According to the Food and Drug Administration, there’s concern that these products are not sterile and can be harmful as a result. The Walmart products were labeled under the Equate brand and include allergy… Read More

We are excited to welcome to Minnesota Eye Consultants our “Class of 20/20” fellows! We typically have one OD fellow and one MD fellow specializing in cornea, however this year we’re adding a second MD fellow to specialize in glaucoma. We look forward to getting to know these providers and are thrilled to offer an… Read More

Summer is the best, especially since you get more time with your family! Considering LASIK but aren’t quite sold? Keep reading to learn how getting LASIK can help your family! 1. No more worrying about your glasses or contacts on vacation Most families take at least one big vacation every summer. Remember your last vacation… Read More

If you live in Bloomington, then you already know how great our city is! We’ve got culture, farmers markets, a great brewery scene, and a booming downtown. Summer is right around the corner and the perfect time to consider LASIK! Keep reading for 7 reasons you should get LASIK in Bloomington this summer! 1. Enjoy… Read More

Have you ever experienced burning, irritation, or scratchiness in your eyes? Did it make you wonder if you have dry eyes or allergies? Dry eye and allergies are two of the most common conditions that can affect our eyes. Since they share some of the same symptoms, it can be difficult to tell them apart…. Read More

For an update on the below Privacy Incident, please click here. On February 15, 2019, Minnesota Eye Consultants (“MEC”) learned that portions of medical records for approximately 4,556 individuals were not securely destroyed. The patient information at issue may include patient names, dates of birth, addresses and phone numbers, insurance IDs and/or social security numbers,… Read More

Tired of glasses and contacts? If you’re ready to trade the cost and upkeep of glasses and contacts for LASIK, now is the time! Like any surgical procedure, LASIK may not be right for you. The only way to know if you are a LASIK candidate is to have a LASIK consultation. Keep reading to… Read More

You’re thinking about it. You know a few people that have had LASIK and are secretly envious. You’re not even sure why you’re hesitating. You figured out how to cover your LASIK cost and found a reputable LASIK surgeon! No worries, though. LASIK, after all, is a surgical procedure, which can make people nervous. Whatever… Read More

We are honored to have a new provider joining Minnesota Eye Consultants! Mark A. Dsouza has a unique background: he is a Physician Assistant with significant ophthalmology and eye care experience, as he was a practicing ophthalmologist for nearly 30 years in India.    Working primarily out of Minnetonka, Mark will be offering urgent clinic… Read More

Thinking about LASIK? You’re likely considering price, recovery, and other factors. But before you get in too deep, don’t forget about things you can look forward to after LASIK! It’s a good thing to be proactive about your health and educate yourself about LASIK, but let’s focus on the fun! Read on for just some… Read More