Cataract Surgery Florida New Intraocular Lens Technology
Cataract patients now have an option to see at both near and far distances after cataract surgery! Individuals suffering from cataracts previously had only a mono-focal lens implant option after surgery. NEW multi-focal, accommodating and astigmatic correction IOL technology can now decrease dependence on glasses after surgery. These include the AcrySof® ReSTOR® IOL, TECNIS® Multifocal IOL, and the AcrySof® Toric IOL. If you are seeking one of these options, please feel free to consult our staff.
Pediatric
Ophthalmology
We are proud to provide excellence in pediatric eye care services with recognized
leaders in Pediatric Ophthalmology. Dr. Gold, Dr. Blumenfeld, Dr.
Ikeda, Dr. Adams, and Dr. Hered also treat adult eye muscle disorders. If you
are seeking child vision care in Florida, please make sure to contact
us. Our
practice
has placed a unique emphasis on this type of eye care. Our pediatric
eye care services in Florida include crossed eye correction, blocked
tear ducts, lazy eye or amblyopia, retinopathy and children's eye
exams.
When to see a pediatric ophthalmologist
When to See a Pediatric Ophthalmologist
If your child experiences any of the following, you should seek evaluation by a pediatric ophthalmologist:
- Abnormal red eye in photos (irregularity in red reflex in digital photograph)
- Eye pain and light sensitivity
- Misalignment of the eyes (strabismus) beyond 3 months of age
- Poor fixation and following response by 3 months of age
- Drooping of an eyelid (Ptosis)
- Tear duct obstruction over 6 months of age
- Nystagmus (jiggling eye movements) at any age
- Visible structural abnormalities of the eye
- One eye appearing larger than the other
- Premature birth
- Family history of inheritable eye disorders such as childhood cataract, retinoblastoma, and strabismus
