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Cyber Monday is slipping away….don’t miss our exciting offer!

OFFER HAS ENDED  You now have two options for purchasing this promotional offer.  Click “Buy Now” or complete online form below (those who complete form will be contacted by phone on Monday, November 28th by our staff to finalize transaction) to purchase a $150 gift card for only $50 that you can Read more…

Twelve is the magic number

It seems like Thanksgiving has gained new meaning in the past couple of years. In addition to being a wonderful opportunity to be thankful for all of our blessings and spend time with family and friends… it’s now a time to fuel up on great food in order to prepare Read more…

It’s Cool to Wear Specs!

Put all of your grade school nightmare glasses stories to rest, because in 2011 it is definitely cool to wear glasses. Celebrities who don’t even wear glasses donned designer specs at the Spectacle Wearer of the Year Awards bash in London on November 15th. 27 year old actress Kara Tointon wore Read more…

Cooper Vision Contact Lens Recall

Although we do prescribe Cooper Vision lenses we have not used the Avaira product at Metro Eye.  Whether it is related to this recall or  not, anytime a contact lens wearer experiences pain, discomfort, decreased vision they should discontinue wear of their contact lenses and contact their Optometrist immediately. CooperVision Expands Read more…

Exciting News for Metro Eye!

At Metro Eye, we are dedicated to providing the best comprehensive vision and eye health care to you and your family.  It’s our number one goal to give our patients a positive experience and offer the best in everything, from patient care to choice in frames and lenses. We are Read more…

Sudden Onset of Floaters or Flashes Require Medical Attention

Irregular occurrences in vision are no casual matter. People who experience symptoms such as a “mini-avalanche of spots” (which doctors call floaters) or “lightening bolt flashes” are advised to seek medical attention promptly  as they could indicate serious vision problems. According to a New York Times report, “When blood flow Read more…

Eye Problems Related to Diabetes

Preventing diabetic eye disease, or retinopathy, is important. Long-term diabetes can cause blood vessels in the retina of the eye to break down, leading to loss of vision and even blindness. Doctors don’t know the cause. There are two things people with diabetes can do to slow, and perhaps prevent Read more…

Shop the Ward!

  As you plan your shopping strategy this holiday season, why not start with a new pair of frames to outfit your holiday look and ring in the New Year? Stop in Metro Eye to browse the latest styles, and then wind your way around the Third Ward for deals Read more…

Metro Eye Trunk Show

Metro Eye would like to invite you to an event you won’t want to miss!  Come to Metro Eye’s Trunk Show on Wednesday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.  It’s a chance for you to take a few moments for yourself during the busy holiday season, and check Read more…