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Dr. G. Vike Vicente just returned from his 2nd medical mission trip to Cumayagua, Honduras. He was able to perform 27 surgeries while he was there. Some parents even crossed mountains on foot to bring their kids. Overall, Dr. Vicente said it was a wonderful experience and he was grateful to meet such deserving people…. Read More

Determining which presbyopia treatment is best for each patient requires individual attention. In my last blog post, I discussed Monovision LASIK surgery and multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) as common vision correction alternatives for patients who don’t want to wear reading glasses or bifocals to correct presbyopia. However, there are also new treatments for presbyopia on… Read More

Are you finding yourself holding books and menus farther away to see clearly? Have you needed more light to read lately? Maybe you’ve recently increased the size of the font on your cell phone or computer to make it easier on your eyes. These are all symptoms of presbyopia – a common condition that begins… Read More

It happens to nearly everyone. As we age, our eyes gradually begin to lose the ability to focus on objects – and words – at close range. With my patients at Eye Doctors of Washington, I use the analogy of a camera’s zoom function to explain how our eyes work. Just like a camera, we… Read More

As one of the top three ways to protect your eyes this summer, sunglasses are no doubt a crucial part of preserving your eye health during times of increased sun exposure. However, all sunglasses are not created equal. There are certain characteristics to be mindful of when looking for a new pair of sunglasses to… Read More

As discussed in our previous blog post, “The Burning Truth Behind UV Radiation and Your Eye Health,” Dr. Chantel Garcia says taking the proper precautions when outside can help you avoid unnecessary damage to the eyes. The optometrist explains that people should start early and wear protection often to make the most impact for avoiding… Read More

Optometrist Dr. Chantel Garcia stresses to her patients the importance of wearing sunglasses outside, even when the sun isn’t out. This is due to the ever-present ultraviolet rays that are the root cause of many sun related ocular conditions. Many people begin to notice the sun’s damaging effects on the eyes when the white part… Read More

A recent front-page article in the Bethesda Gazette profiled the story of a young Washington-area boy’s experience with lazy eye syndrome. In the article, the newspaper talked with the eye doctor who helped him improve his vision: our own EDOW ophthalmologist G. Vike Vicente, MD. Click on the link below to read the inspiring story… Read More

As noted in our recent blog post, our team of eye doctors is now certified by TearLab™ Corporation as an Accredited Dry Eye Center. This means we are dedicated to providing superior diagnosis and treatment of dry eye syndrome, while utilizing the latest techniques and treatment options available. The TearLab™ Osmolarity System is an effective… Read More

Around 25 million people in the U.S. suffer from Dry Eye Syndrome. The condition can be caused by many different factors, including environmental conditions, genetics, aging, and other medical problems. In fact, the disease is one of the most common reasons people visit their eye care professional. Symptoms of dry eye tend to be discomfort… Read More