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May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

I had the opportunity to educate the 6th grade science classes at Windemere Ranch Middle School in San Ramon this past week. With the help of the 6th grade science teachers, I performed 15 cow eye dissections over a 3 day period for 450 students...

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

For many people purchasing products online is the new normal. Glasses and contact lenses are available for purchase online. Now, there are a variety of companies that offer online “eye exams...

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A pinguecula is a yellowish slightly raised bump that appears on the white part of the eye.  It is most commonly found between the colored part of the eye and the corner closest to the nose...

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

School is out and we finally get to spend some serious time in the pool. But before you jump in, here are a few quick safety tips for you and your eyes...

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

I routinely hear from patients that I see a spot or a floater in my vision.  Floaters are a semi-transparent or cloudy particle within the vitreous, which is a clear, jelly-like fluid that fills the inside of our eyes.

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

It is back-to-school season and it is time to get your child new clothes, binders, backpacks, and pencils!  One of the most overlooked task before starting school is the eye exam...

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Scleral lenses are the latest innovation in contact lens technology.  These lenses are made from a rigid gas permeable material (RGP) found in standard sized lenses...

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the eyes optic nerve and can result in loss of peripheral (side) vision and blindness.

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

What is the best way to save your vision?  Make sure you get your eye examination at least once a year as a preventative measure against vision loss

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A good example of this is Myopia (nearsightedness.) The earlier myopia is caught, the better.