Posts by Gregory H. Scimeca, M.D.
Vision Development
Vision development requires the combination of many systems: the eyes need to form and then learn to communicate with the brain. It takes longer than you think.
Read MoreFloaters and Flashes: What are they?
Flashes and eye floaters are common, but not necessarily benign, they could be early signs of a serious condition such as retinal detachment.
Read MoreWhat is the Visual Cortex?
Here’s how the eye connects to our brain and gives us “vision.”
Read MoreAdapting to New Glasses
Getting used to new glasses may take some adapting, but here’s what your brain may do to help. Remember, if symptoms persist, alert your eye doctor.
Read MoreBest Winter Sports Eye Protection
Sports during the winter requires special attention to these elements.
Read MoreWinter Eye Protection
With winter fast approaching, take these measures to protect your eyes.
Read MoreAnti-VEGF Eye Injections
“VEGF” is a protein that can cause diabetic retinopathy and wet macular degeneration. Here’s why injections in the eye work so well.
Read MoreTreatment of Diabetic Retinopathy
Treatment of diabetic retinopathy is best when there are no symptoms. Here’s why.
Read MoreWhat is High Myopia?
High myopia, defined as a prescription of -6.00 or greater may lead to long term visual problems, such as retinal detachment.
Read MoreWhat is Corneal Topography?
Corneal topography measures subtle changes in the corneal surface and allows precise reshaping for laser vision correction.
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