by Gulfcoast | Oct 31, 2017 | Practice News
We are excited to announce the additions of Steven Gross, MD and Thanh Nguyen, OD to our elite team of eye care professionals. Dr. Gross, a board-certified Neuro-Ophthalmologist, joined our practice on September 1st. A graduate of the University of Illinois as a James...
by Gulfcoast | Jan 30, 2017 | Eye Care, Glaucoma, News, Practice News
Glaucoma is sometimes referred to as “the sneak thief of sight” because many patients exhibit no symptoms during the preliminary stages of the disease. In order to receive prompt treatment and protect your vision, we recommend routine eye exams to screen...
by Gulfcoast | Jan 24, 2017 | Eye Care, Glaucoma, News, Practice News
Although over three million people are affected by glaucoma in the United States alone, many people remain unaware that they have this debilitating condition. In the earliest stages of glaucoma, patients typically do not exhibit any symptoms, even if the disease is...
by Gulfcoast | Nov 10, 2016 | Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Care, News, Practice News
Each November, Gulfcoast Eye Care is proud to do its part in spreading awareness about diabetes and the dangers it can pose to both eye health and overall health. In addition to the heightened risk of serious general health concerns, diabetes significantly increases...
by Gulfcoast | Oct 12, 2016 | Eye Care, Macular Degeneration, News, Practice News
Smoking, high cholesterol, and the natural aging process can all lead to the development of macular degeneration (or AMD). To keep these risk factors in check and reduce the risk of macular degeneration, retina specialist Jason Handza, DO often recommends routine...
by Gulfcoast | Sep 28, 2016 | Eye Care, Macular Degeneration, News, Practice News
When it comes to vision loss, macular degeneration is the leading cause in patients over 60. As we age, the eye’s macula – which constitutes the central area of the retina – is subject to wear and tear. In addition to the natural aging process, abnormal cholesterol...
