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With the ability to permanently affect your vision, glaucoma is a serious eye condition that you should be aware of. One of the most important things to know is that symptoms develop gradually.  Because of this, many individuals are not aware they have this condition until irreversible damage has occurred. Keep reading to learn more… Read More

Do you have a flexible spending account? If you do, and you still have funds remaining for this year, don’t let them go to waste.  Most flex dollars must be used by the end of December. With that time approaching, it’s time to take advantage of them now by putting them towards one of the… Read More

Have you or someone you love recently found out you have glaucoma? You’re not alone because about three million Americans have this eye condition. Yet, not every incidence or kind of glaucoma is the same. There are several different kinds, with varying causes and symptoms for each. It is crucial to identify the exact type… Read More

Do you have droopy or saggy eyelids that make you look tired or older than you are? Do they make it harder to see? If so, these may be signs of a condition called ptosis. When you have ptosis, it causes the eyelid to sag. This may be only slightly or enough to partially or… Read More

Do your eyes often feel dry, irritated, or cause feelings of discomfort? For most people, dry eyes are a temporary problem. Going to sleep, taking a break from your screen, or putting in eye drops can soothe your eyes until they begin producing tears again. However, dysfunction of the meibomian glands can cause your eyes… Read More

Are you considering LASIK? Although it is a fantastic way of achieving visual freedom from glasses and contact lenses, it’s crucial to do your research. Not all LASIK surgeons and practices that offer this vision correction procedure are created equal. If a provider is offering a deal that sounds too good to be true, seems… Read More

Do you or someone you love have cataracts? You may be wondering if you need cataract surgery. With this decision also comes what kind of intraocular lens to choose before having cataract surgery. Choosing an intraocular lens (IOL) should involve taking your lifestyle and vision goals after cataract surgery into account. For many people, a… Read More

Dr. Skilling retires after forty-five years in ophthalmology There aren’t enough words to describe Dr. Francis Skilling’s forty-five-year tenure in the medical field. After forty-two years at Eye Associates of Tallahassee and serving thousands of patients, Dr. Skilling’s retirement is bittersweet to many. He has been a leader in the North Florida medical community, and… Read More

Have you heard the big news? On August 26th, 2019, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved the PanOptix IOL. The PanOptix IOL is the newest advancement in cataract surgery. Eye Associates of Tallahassee’s ophthalmologist, Dr. Tony Weaver, discussed how the PanOptix IOL could change the future of cataract surgery. Weaver, who has been an ophthalmologist for… Read More

August is a busy time of the year for most parents as they scramble to get everything together in time to send their kids back to school. Haircuts, fall clothes, new backpacks, and school supplies are probably just a few of the things on your to-do list right now. There is one item that is… Read More