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Dr. Vicente’s Third Medical Mission Trip to Honduras
Dr. G. Vike Vicente just returned from his 3rd medical mission trip to Cumayagua, Honduras. He was able to perform 37 surgeries during the 4.5 day visit. This year he wasn’t alone! EDOW’s Office Manager, Shereece Millett, was able to make her first trip to Honduras! She helped screen 2,500 patients for glasses. One of… Read More
November Is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Every year for the month of November, medical professionals around the country spread awareness for diabetes and the physical damage it can cause, including various eye conditions. As this yearly occasion comes to an end, our team at Eye Doctors of Washington is encouraging patients to get informed about diabetes and not delay treatment to… Read More
Announcing the Winner of Our Puerto Rico Trip Giveaway
To celebrate performing over 50,000 LASIK procedures, Eye Doctors of Washington recently hosted a giveaway for a one-week trip for two to Puerto Rico. The participants were automatically entered when they underwent LASIK surgery between June 1st and August 31st. Past patients were also eligible to enter if they referred a friend to EDOW who… Read More
What Makes a Person Nearsighted or Farsighted?
Two of the most common forms of visual impairment are nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia). These refractive errors, along with astigmatism, can make objects appear blurry, either close-up or far away, due to your eyes’ inability to focus light correctly. As a result, you may find yourself straining your eyes and even getting headaches. These… Read More
Washington, DC Ophthalmologist Talks Cataracts on Good Morning Washington
With June being Cataract Awareness Month, Dr. Paul C. Kang of Eye Doctors of Washington was recently interviewed on the prevalent condition for “Good Morning Washington”. Washington, DC–In honor of Cataract Awareness Month, Dr. Paul C. Kang, an ophthalmologist in Washington, DC, was recently interviewed on the ABC 7 news program “Good Morning Washington” to… Read More
How Do Computers and Screens Affect My Eyes?
In this day and age, we are surrounded by screens – from laptops to tablets to phones, we are constantly using digital technology. Unfortunately, this prolonged viewing can require our eyes to work harder, which can take a toll on our vision. If you frequently look at computer screens for an extended period of time,… Read More
