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What is Glaucoma? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Beyond allowing eye doctors to provide you with updated glasses or contact lens prescriptions, your annual eye appointments are a valuable way to detect potentially serious eye problems when they’re most treatable. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, and can...
History of Cataracts Medical Research and Treatment
We recently celebrated our 50th anniversary, and while reflecting on our own history of service, we decided to share the history of one of our main areas of specialty: cataracts. When were Cataracts First Discovered? According to research presented by Unite for Sight,...
Eye Health Basics: Top 5 Things Our Physicians Want You To Know
It’s not uncommon to set new health goals at the start of a calendar year. Though these might include exercising more or trying a new stress-reduction technique, your eyes deserve similar attention. If you’re making changes for an even better you this year, here are...
Dr. Joseph Christenbury and Dr. Rajat Ghaiy appeared as guests on “The Weekly Check-Up” on News/Talk WSB Radio
On Sunday, October 24, 2021, Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s Dr. Joseph Christenbury and Dr. Rajat Ghaiy appeared as guests on “The Weekly Check-Up” on News/Talk WSB Radio. During the show, Dr. Christenbury and Dr. Ghaiy discussed several ophthalmologic health topics,...
Early Warning Symptoms of Cataracts. What to Look Out for if You Are at Risk
A cataract is a cloudy area of the lens that can impact vision. This eye condition occurs as proteins in the eye break down, clump together, and gather in the lens. As a result, the image that reaches the retina becomes distorted. Typically, cataracts develop slowly...
Does LASIK Hurt? Our Experts Break Down the Process and Ease Common Fears
Dealing with imperfect vision is often a lifelong challenge, and many people seek alternatives to glasses and contact lenses to make things a little easier. If you’re exploring alternate options, you’ve probably come across LASIK eye surgery. Understandably, the first...
Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s Newnan office moves to new-and-improved location
Enhancements and comprehensive services provide convenience and best-in-class eye care Patients can experience best-in-class ophthalmology, innovative care, and convenience at Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s new location in Newnan (795 Poplar Road, Suite 240,...
Eye Consultants of Atlanta celebrates 50th anniversary
Largest ophthalmology practice in Georgia continues providing innovative, comprehensive eye care Eye Consultants of Atlanta –the largest ophthalmology practice in Georgia– is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. With more than 30 physicians at more than a...
The Gift of Vision Becomes Clear for Disabled Retiree
Raymond Byrd, a 58-year-old retired grocery store clerk, looks out of the window of his Marietta home, marveling at nature. “It’s great being able to see the beautiful blue sky and the leaves on the trees blowing in the wind,” Byrd says. This, however, wasn’t...
Financially-Assisted Cataract Surgery Provides Patient Hope and Improved Vision
Things were getting dark for 56-year-old Buddy Roi. Literally. Having lost approximately 80% of the vision in his right eye, Roi’s quality of life was deteriorating. He was unable to make out colors, shapes, and other basic details. Everything from computer work to...
When Is LASIK Right for You?
Contact lenses and glasses make better vision possible for most people diagnosed with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. While these solutions certainly have their strengths, over time, they can become cumbersome for their wearers. If you’re tired...
How to Care for Aging Eyes
Throughout our varying phases of life, different health considerations come into play. It’s important to adapt your lifestyle as your body’s needs change. During this evolution, our aging eyes don’t always get the attention and care they deserve. Here are a few...
Eighteen Eye Consultants of Atlanta Physicians Receive Top Doctors Honors in Atlanta
Eighteen physicians from Eye Consultants of Atlanta — the largest ophthalmology practice in Georgia — rank among Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors. All of these professionals are recognized as Atlanta’s Top Doctors in Atlanta magazine’s July issue. Eye Consultants of...
IOLs: Which Intraocular Lenses Are the Best and the Difference Between Them
What are Intraocular Lenses? The lens of your eye helps you see by focusing light rays. When young, our lens is clear. But over time the lens becomes cloudy, and this change is called a cataract. If the cataract is negatively impacting vision, it can be removed and an...
Dr. Barry Lee Appeared on “The Weekly Check-Up” on WSB Radio
On Sunday, July 4 2021, Eye Consultants of Atlanta’s Dr. Barry Lee made his debut guest appearance on “The Weekly Check-Up” on News/Talk WSB Radio. During the show, Dr. Lee and host, Dr. Bruce Feinberg, discussed several ophthalmologic health topics, including...