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Top 5 Reasons Parents Don’t Have Their Children’s Eyes Checked

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

At our office, I participate in a program called InfantSEE, which allows for a one-time, no cost visual evaluation for children 6-months to 1 year of age.

Benefits of daily disposable contact lenses

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Daily disposable contact lenses are single-use contacts that are discarded at the end of the day. The next day, a new pair of lenses are worn.

Are you ready for the eclipse?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

On Monday, August 21st, 2017 a solar eclipse will be seen across North America. The moon will cover at least part of the sun for 2 – 3 hours.

It’s Back to School Season!

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

School is starting up again soon, now is the time to schedule an eye examination for your child. Problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can cause difficulty with learning in the classroom.

Online Eye Exams: Will they replace your Eye Doctor?

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...

Community Outreach: Cow eye dissection at Windemere Ranch Middle School

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...

What is that yellow bump on my eye?

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...

Chronic Dry Eye is a Disease

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Chronic dry eye (CDE) is a disease that causes, overtime, a decrease in the production in the quality and quantity of tears...

Summer & Your Eyes: Swimming Pools

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...