The Sounds of Summer: Is Your Hearing at Risk?
Ah, the sounds of summer: parades, concerts in the park, power lawn tools, sporting events, target practice, firework displays, four-wheelers. We all want summer to last, but not because of…
Children Should Have a Back-to-School Eye Exam
Looking to the Past, Building for the Future
The dining table I handcrafted during my apprenticeship at Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers in Auburn, Maine, finally arrived. The cherry wood looks beautiful and feels as smooth as glass. The pictures…
Add an Eye Exam to Your Back to School List
The start of school is just around the corner. It’s time for new backpacks, clothes and school supplies. It’s also time to schedule back-to-school eye exams to make sure your…
The Doctor Will See You Now: Caring for Patients During My Recovery
I’ve joked in the past that opening and closing doors is a big part of my job description. At the White Oak and Kilgore clinics, I have a total of…
Role Reversal: Trusted Doctor Becomes Trusting Patient
Tomorrow I go in for surgery. My situation leading up to this point has been an eye-opening reversal of roles, as I found myself on the other side of the…
How to Reduce Eye Strain at the Office
Computer Vision Syndrome is a term that’s been in the news lately. Skeptics say it’s a trendy new diagnosis for an old phenomenon — eye strain resulting from close-up visual…
How to Select the Right Protective Eyewear
Many tasks in the workplace or around the house call for proper protective eyewear. Since each job presents different hazards, it is important that you choose the correct safety equipment…
When it Comes to Eye Safety, a Sliver of Knowledge Can Make All the Difference
Last week, I completed a week-long woodworking apprenticeship at Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers in Auburn, Maine. Woodworking is my creative outlet, but several years ago my tools were stolen so I…
A Feast for the Eyes
Salmon is rich in Omega-3 fatty acid and Vitamin D, which promote eye health. Add a side of green leafy vegetables, and you've got a veritable feast for the eyes.…