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Retinoblastoma and the importance of early detection

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Retinoblastoma is a rare tumor of the eye that affects infants.  About 200-300 children are diagnosed every year.  The tumor affects the retina in the back of the eye and may affect one or both eyes...


Fireworks Safety Eye Tips

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

The 4th of July is coming up and that means looking forward to parades, celebrations, back yard bbqs and of course, fireworks.


What is Amblyopia?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Amblyopia is decreased vision in one or both eyes due to abnormal development of vision during infancy or childhood.


Color for the Colorblind

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Color blindness is a condition where a person’s eyes cannot see color accurately and have difficulty telling colors apart...


Myopia Control Clinic: Can we prevent Nearsightedness?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Myopia or nearsightedness is increasing in the general population. Myopia is a condition where near objects are clear and far objects are not...


How do digital devices affect vision in children?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

Children are using digital devices more than ever.  Blue light from everyday devices may cause eye strain, headaches, and behavior problems in children.  Why are children at risk?...


Patient with Cholesterol Plaque in Eye

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A 60-year old man came to our office with a chief complaint of sudden on-set of blurred vision that comes and goes in his right eye...


Doc is there something in my eye?

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

A patient came to our office with foreign body sensation, redness and blurred vision in the right eye. She was seen at an urgent care clinic and referred to our office for continuation of care...


Pine Valley Middle School Health Fair

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

This past Thursday, I was fortunate enough to be able to educate the students on eye health at Pine Valley Middle School Health Fair in San Ramon.  I am thankful to our staff for putting together fun goody bags for the students so they can learn about eye health...


Contact Lens Wearers: Why You Still Need Glasses

May 20, 2021 | By:Dr. Michael Duong

After a long day of contact lens wear, the eyes need to rest in order to get the oxygen needed to remain healthy.  It is good practice to remove your contacts after 12-16 hours of wear and switch to eyeglasses


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