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Say hello to 's newest eye care expert, Dr. Brianne Woo! 👀

Dr. Woo was born and raised in LA. For She attended UC Riverside for undergrad and majored in Biology, followed by her doctorate training from Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B Ketchum University.

Dr. Woo's specialties include: comprehensive eye exams, diabetic eye exams, contact lens fittings, ocular surface disease, and dry eye treatment.

https://sceyes.org/doctors/brianne-woo-od

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Most of us know that UV rays are harmful to our skin, but did you know that can also be very harmful to our eyes? Cataracts, macular degeneration, and ocular melanoma are just a few of the conditions exacerbated by .

Optometrist, Dr. Pratima Gautam, answers questions regarding UV safety and why it's so important to keep your eyes protected! 😎

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SCEI - Why UV Eye Safety is so Important SCEI's Optometrist, Dr. Pratima Gautam, answers questions regarding UV safety and why it's so important to protect your eyes. What are UV rays and why do we need to protect our eyes from them? Ultraviolet radiation energy is the band of electromagnetic radiation extending from roughly 400 nm to 200....

Congratulations to 's newest graduates! 👀

The Ophthalmic Technician Education Program (OTEP), the only program of its kind in California, prepares graduates to add value to any ophthalmic or optometric practice from day 1. 👁👁

We are so proud of you!

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Are you at risk for cataracts? Learn what the risk factors are for one of the most common eye conditions, and why it's so important to maintain routine eye exams. 👀

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What Are Cataracts? A cataract is when your eye's natural lens becomes cloudy. Proteins in your lens break down and cause things to look blurry, hazy or less colorful.

Cataract is the leading cause of correctable visual impairment and blindness in the U.S. Individuals who have barriers to health care, including not having insurance, had the highest burden of unmet need for .

At , Nathan Dhablania represented Dr. Rohit Varma's research team by leading a paper talk titled, "Prevalence of and Risk Factors Associated with Unmet Need for Cataract Surgery In Three Minority Population-based Cohorts: African-Americans, Chinese Americans and Latinos".

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We're all familiar with the old adage, "The are the window to the soul", but did you know that our eyes can manifest signs of systemic happening throughout our body?

Although this particular case is very rare, it underscores the importance of maintaining routine eye exams, and seeking medical attention when something is wrong with your .

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Woman's sudden blindness in 1 eye revealed hidden lung cancer Doctors say it's very unusual to develop a visual impairment as the first symptom of lung cancer.

Did you know that 90 percent of the 40,000 sports-related eye injuries that occur each year are preventable with the proper protective ? Don't chance it!

Not sure which protective eyewear is safe? This , explore the American Academy of Ophthalmology's comprehensive list below:
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/injuries-protective-eyewear

Didn't have the best view of or missed it entirely? USA TODAY has got you covered!

The traced a totality path from southern Texas to northern Maine, into Canada and beyond.

Total solar eclipse 2024: Watch video and see photos of the sky spectacle A total solar eclipse rolled its way across the country Monday, all the way from southern Texas to northern Maine.

Monday's eclipse will be the last visible solar eclipse from the U.S. until 2044. If you are planning to watch the eclipse, please make sure you do it safely.

Even looking at a partial solar eclipse can expose your eyes to the sun's rays, which can cause temporary or permanent eye damage.

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Eye Safety During a Solar Eclipse While spectacular to observe, solar eclipses can cause permanent damage to your eyes if viewed improperly. Learn about how to protect your eyes while viewing.

You may have heard of the 20-20-20 rule to help prevent digital eye strain, but are you practicing it?

If you spend most of your day in front of a screen, try writing a post-it reminder to yourself and attach it to your monitor!

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: Last Saturday, the Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood hosted a free health clinic for BGCH youth and their families.

The clinic provided free and easy access to COVID-19 and flu vaccinations thanks to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, community resource information and giveaways provided by our partners at CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, and vision screenings by our Southern California Eye Institute (SCEI). The team conducted 21 vision screenings!

March is Save Your Vision Month!

's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma, shares tips for maintaining good this month and all year long.

In addition to maintaining comprehensive eye exams every 1-2 years, healthy lifestyle habits can work wonders when it comes to preserving your !

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SCEI - Tips for Maintaining Good Eye Health SCEI's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma, shares some tips for maintaining good eye health. What types of preventative measures can people take to protect their eyes from damage or from loss of vision? There are many things we can do to maintain our eyes healthy. The most important one is to get o...

Refractive error continues to be the largest cause of correctable visual impairment in the US.

's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma, and his research team just published their findings analyzing the burden of uncorrected refractive error and unmet refractive need in African American individuals.

This cross-sectional study, which included eligible participants from the African American Eye Disease Study ( ), found refractive error-related correctable visual impairment was present in over two-thirds of participants.

These data suggest that with the relatively low cost and easily implementable intervention of refractive correction, like eyeglasses, it is possible to reduce this burden, potentially leading to an improvement in productivity and quality of life.

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2815030

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Not a fan of carrots? A new study has found that a couple handfuls of a day can keep the eye doctor away!

Key risk factors for in aging populations include oxidative stress and high levels of ocular advanced glycation end products (AGEs). Grapes are a natural source of antioxidants and can decrease oxidative stress and the formation of AGEs, with possible beneficial effects on the .

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Grape consumption found to benefit eye health in human study of older adults In a recent randomized, controlled human study, consuming grapes for 16 weeks improved key markers of eye health in older adults. The study, published in Food & Function looked at the impact of regular consumption of grapes on macular pigment accumulation and other biomarkers of eye health. This is....

Are you at risk for Age-related Macular Degeneration ( )?

With AMD you lose your central . You cannot see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far. But your peripheral (side) vision will still be normal. For instance, imagine you are looking at a clock with hands. With AMD, you might see the clock’s numbers but not the hands.

AMD is very common. It is a leading cause of vision loss in people 50 years or older.

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Glaucoma medications are often used to lower inner . Your specialist may recommend eyedrops that are only available by prescription. These work by helping your eye drain more fluid or by reducing the amount of fluid made by your eyes.

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SCEI - Glaucoma Treatments Glaucoma medications are often used to lower inner eye pressure. Your glaucoma specialist may recommend eyedrops that are only available by prescription. These work by helping your eye drainage canals drain more fluid or by reducing the amount of fluid made by your eyes. The types of glaucoma eyedro...

Growing up with didn't impact Catherine much until she reached her late teens, when she began noticing increased peripheral vision loss. It eventually impacted her so much that she could no longer drive a car.

Many specialists treated Catherine with a one-size-fits-all approach, not customizing any of the aspects of her glaucoma treatment, with no progress in sight.

Once Catherine was referred to 's glaucoma expert, Dr. Rohit Varma, everything changed. He created a customized treatment specific to her condition, which allows her to maintain a lower eye pressure and preserve her remaining vision.

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Catherine DiNielli's Remarkable Glaucoma Treatment Meet Catherine. After being diagnosed with glaucoma at a very young age, Catherine grew accustomed to going to the eye doctor every four to six months for ch...

Most people are unaware of symptoms until they notice something wrong with their . By then, irreversible vision loss may already be occurring.

The good news is that glaucoma may be detected early through routine eye exams. Eye pressure symptoms can be treated and vision may be preserved.

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SCEI - Introduction to Glaucoma What Is Glaucoma? No doubt you want to learn more about glaucoma because it may be affecting you or someone you know or love. This is a great place to start. Glaucoma is the name given to several eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve and cause loss of vision. Most often this damage is cause...

's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma, highlights some of the many ways that optical coherence tomography (OCT) has revolutionized the field of ophthalmology and enhanced patient care.

Providing greater detail than ever before, ophthalmologists are now able to view deeper layers within the eye and detect disease much sooner. Earlier diagnosis leads to earlier treatment, preserving for many who may not have experienced any symptoms yet.

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How OCT Revolutionized the Field of Ophthalmology 's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma highlights some of the many ways that optical coherence tomography ( ) has revolutionized the field of ...

Be careful this , warn researchers in the Christmas issue of The BMJ. Eye injuries while opening bottles of fizz can be significant and easily avoided. Cork injuries are often overlooked and a substantial threat to .

Some practical safety tips include chilling the bottle before opening to reduce pressure and cork velocity, pointing the bottle at a 45-degree angle away from yourself and others, and counteracting the upward moving force of the by pressing down on it.

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Champagne cork related eye injuries can be a substantial threat to eye health Be careful this holiday season, warn researchers in the Christmas issue of The BMJ. Eye injuries while opening bottles of fizz can be significant and easily avoided.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology has declared December Safe Toys and Celebrations Month. 🧸🎧🧩

Nearly 226,000 toy-related injuries were treated in U.S. emergency rooms in one year. Before you buy, learn which toys could cause harm.

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Toy Guns, Crossbows and Nerf Darts Can Shoot Your Eyes Out Studies support what the American Academy of Ophthalmology has said many times: Projectile toys are not safe.

Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness in people who have . It affects blood vessels in the (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of your eye).

If you have diabetes, it’s important to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once a year. Diabetic retinopathy may not have any symptoms at first — but finding it early can help you take steps to protect your vision.

https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/diabetic-retinopathy

Did you know that by having a dilated eye exam yearly or more, 95% of -related vision loss could be prevented? Share these tips with your friends and family to help them save their sight.

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6 Surprising Facts About Diabetes and Your Eyes If you have diabetes, controlling your blood sugar and monitoring your A1C is vital. Here are some important, lesser-known facts about diabetes and your eye health.

In most cases, being doesn’t mean people can’t see color, but that they see them differently. Often, certain hues — such as red and green — are indistinguishable.

Studies suggest that 80 percent of classroom learning is visual, especially in elementary school, where colors play a large role.

“From an early age, tasks that children do at school require color. When a child is confused by those tasks, it’s easy to assume that they are not intellectually able when they just see the world differently,” 's Founding Director, Dr. Rohit Varma says.

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Opinion | Colorblindness affects how kids learn. So why don’t we screen for it? Millions of American kids would benefit from finding out whether they can register color differences that teachers rely on.

The end of summer doesn't mean the end of ! Harmful UV rays can still cause damage on even the gloomiest of days. 😎

Join for an exclusive Maui Jim trunk show on Thursday, December 7th from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. No appointment necessary! Find the perfect holiday gift that will keep giving all year long! 🕶

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