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Even with the many advances that have been made in the field of cataract surgery, including the advent of laser cataract treatment, it’s important to note that all surgical procedures carry some degree of risk. With that in mind, our experienced cataract surgeon, Dr. Michael Manning, has made cataract surgery a large focus of our…

Dr. Michael Manning, the head of Gulfcoast Eye Care, offers insight into an advanced procedure designed to significantly reduce the symptoms of dry eye syndrome. Tampa Bay, FL – Itchiness, burning sensations, and other symptoms affecting the eyes may not simply be allergies and they may not go away quickly. In fact, those symptoms may…

Dry eye syndrome is an extremely common condition experienced by millions across the globe. Also referred to as ocular surface disease, dry eye is often chronic and can have a significantly debilitating effect on your daily life. The symptoms of dry eye disease affect patients in different ways; however, some of the most common include:…

More than one million eye injuries are reported each year. Dr. Michael H. Manning with Gulfcoast Eye Care says most eye injuries can be prevented with a few extra precautions. Tampa Bay, FL – The American Academy of Ophthalmology estimates that 90 percent of the many eye injuries that occur in the United States each…

In a split second – or the blink of an eye – an eye injury can cause serious damage to your vision and change your life. It’s been estimated that one million people each year suffer eye injuries in the United States alone, and a large majority of these injuries are preventable. July is Eye…

Dr. Michael Manning with Gulfcoast Eye Care discusses the differences between LASIK and PRK laser vision correction procedures and why one may be better than the other for certain patients. Tampa Bay, FL – Advances in the field of ophthalmology and vision care over the last several years have changed the way millions of people…

LASIK and PRK here at Gulfcoast Eye Care are the two major types of laser vision correction available, and both have proven to be very effective at significantly improving refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. In fact, LASIK and PRK can reduce and even eliminate the need for glasses and contact lenses. While…

Gulfcoast Eye Care, a Tampa and St. Petersburg area facility offering comprehensive treatment options for eye and vision conditions, expands its practice by acquiring Florida Eye Center. St. Petersburg – Gulfcoast Eye Care, a Tampa area eye and vision care practice, is announcing its acquisition of Florida Eye Center in St. Petersburg. Dr. Michael Manning,…

Gulfcoast Eye Care is proud to announce that we are now making it even more convenient for Pinellas County residents to receive treatment from our experienced eye and vision care team. Our practice recently acquired Florida Eye Center at 1515 9th Ave. North in St. Petersburg. Florida Eye Center was established nearly 25 years ago…

Dr. Michael Manning of Gulfcoast Eye Care says regular eye exams, particularly for individuals over 40, of African American or Latino descent, and those with a family history of glaucoma is critical to prevent serious complications – including total blindness. Tampa Bay, FL – January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and one Tampa Bay ophthalmologist is…