August is “Cataract Awareness Month”
About 20.5 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts. More than half of all Americans develop cataracts by age 80. Cataracts cloud the eye’s clear lens, similar to a… read more
Myth: Eating carrots can improve vision.
Myth: Eating carrots can improve vision. Fact: Although it’s true that carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is essential for sight,so are many other foods (asparagus, apricots, nectarines, and… read more
Glaucoma May Transition to Surgery-First Management
Glaucoma may transition to surgery-first management Ocular Surgery News U.S. Edition, July 25, 2012 Richard L. Lindstrom, MD On the positive side, in both cases the physician has multiple medication… read more
FDA approves first glaucoma stent for use with cataract surgery!
FDA approves first glaucoma stent for use with cataract surgery! http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm309667.htm?utm_source=Email+Created+2012%2F05%2F31%2C+3%3A27+PM&utm_campaign=MEC+Monthly&utm_medium=email
Myth: Wearing glasses too much will make the eyes “dependent” on them.
Myth: Wearing glasses too much will make the eyes “dependent” on them. Fact: Refractive errors (near-sightedness, far-sightedness, or astigmatism) change as kids get older. Many variables come into play, but… read more
Meet the MEC Staff: Jessica Schill
Name: Jessica Schill Title: Clinical Assistant to Dr. Sherman Reeves Favorite Thing About Working for MEC: Being part of a wonderful team who helps make differences in people’s lives every… read more
State Senators at our Blaine Clinic!
Minnesota Senators Pam Wolf and Michelle Benson were at our Blaine clinic this morning to observe Dr. Thomas Samuelson as he performed Cataract surgery. Pictured from Left to Right: Senator… read more
Prevent Eye Injuries from Fireworks!
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, fireworks are involved in thousands of injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms each year. Most fireworks injuries occur during the one… read more
Dr. Hardten & Dr. Lindstrom named one of 2012’s TOP DOCTORS!
Congratulations to Dr. David Hardten and Dr. Richard Lindstrom! Both were voted a “2012 Top Doctor” by their peers (and Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine)!
Meet the MEC Staff: Orla Tighe
Name: Orla Tighe Title: Patient Care Coordinator Favorite thing about working for MEC: My coworkers. They are a fun bunch to work with! What is your favorite food? I love… read more
