August is National Eye Exam Month so we wish to spend some time talking about how an eye exam is not only healthy for your eyes, but very important for your overall health as well! Getting a comprehensive eye exam is not just for those with poor vision, and it Read more…
As we continue to purchase many consumer products through the Internet, we have become accustomed to the convenience of making purchases at the push of a button while finding the lowest possible price. However, that immediacy and bargain is not a worthy substitute for the value of getting your glasses Read more…
May is Healthy Vision Month so we wanted to talk about the specific health issues women face with their vision. Unfortunately, women are more susceptible to developing certain eye diseases than men. In fact, nearly 65 percent of blindness and other visual impairments occur in women. We’ve put together Read more…
On March 17th, Metro Eye’s Dr. Amy Jankowksi and her staff had the pleasure of visiting Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee (Banner Prep) for a free vision screening. Banner Prep serves students from grades 9-12. The students at Banner Prep have a different background than the traditional school setting. At Read more…
It’s back to school season once again! While you’re busy filling backpacks with supplies, buying books, and finding the best deals on clothes – remember to make sure your child’s vision is in top shape before first period math class. See the chalkboard… even from the back row About 80 Read more…
You often hear the term “20/20 vision” as the signal for perfect vision. But is 20/20 vision really perfect vision? To shed some light on this subject, let’s look into what 20/20 vision actually means. Visual Acuity at Distance Your vision is typically represented in what’s known as a Snellen Read more…
August is National Eye Exam Month! Unfortunately, there is a misconception that eye exams are for those only with poor vision. The truth is, every person needs an annual eye exam, even if you have perfect vision. Here are five reasons why you should call and schedule your eye exam Read more…
In our first Know Your Eyes blog, we discussed what cataracts are and what happens to your eyes when cataracts develop. In this blog we’ll check out how cataracts are treated and what a cataracts patient can expect from their treatment. Where does treatment start? – Your local optometrist. So Read more…
June is Cataracts awareness month – so throughout the month, we’ll be supplying you with everything you need to know about cataracts, how it affects your vision, and what you can do to treat and prevent it. First things first – What is Cataracts? Similar to a camera, you eyes Read more…
So your vision is not what it used to be, but you can get by just fine, right? Not exactly. For one reason or another, people find excuses to not wear glasses even when they need them. While it might seem harmless to forgo your glasses, there are a few Read more…
