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The University Eye Center’s Dr. Danielle Iacono explains what conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as pink eye, is and how it’s treated. Can you explain what conjunctivitis is and how people get it? Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva covers the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. There […]

January 6, 2016

Watch: Take a Closer Look at Glaucoma

The University Eye Center’s Dr. Kimberley Poirier on what we should know about glaucoma: Dr. Kimberley Poirier is an assistant clinical professor in both the Primary and Advanced Care clinics of the University Eye Center. To schedule an appointment call (212) 938-4001 or click here

December 28, 2015

What You Should Know About Low Vision

If you don’t have low vision, or know somebody who does, chances are you don’t think about it. But, according to the National Eye Institute, nearly 3 million Americans have low vision, and its prevalence is expected to increase in the US by as much as 70 percent over the next fifteen years. Dr. Rebecca […]

December 28, 2015

What is Digital Eye Strain?

SUNY College of Optometry professor Dr. Mark Rosenfield has conducted extensive research on digital eye strain (which is also known as Computer Vision Syndrome), evaluating both the causes and the potential treatments for a condition that has become increasingly prevalent in our computer-smartphone-tablet-obsessed society. But how harmful is this screen time for your eyes and […]

December 28, 2015

Keeping Your Eyes Safe in the Sun

Protecting your eyes from harmful ultraviolet light is extremely important and one of the most fundamental things that you can do to keep your eyes and vision healthy. Ms. Nancy Kirsch, the University Eye Center’s director of ophthalmic dispensing, explains why: Can you tell us why ultraviolet (UV) protection is important for your eyes? […]

December 18, 2015

Research Spotlight: Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial – Attention & Reading Trial

As part of its mission, SUNY Optometry, under the auspices of the Graduate Center for Vision Research, engages in a variety of basic, translational and clinical research activities. This “Research Spotlight” series is designed to briefly highlight the diversity of research that takes place at the College. The Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial—Attention & Reading Trial […]

November 13, 2015

Getting Relief From Dry Eyes

Dry Eye Syndrome is a common, often chronic, condition that can cause lots of discomfort. Dr. Harriette Canellos, the director of the UEC’s Referral Service and associate clinical professor at SUNY College of Optometry, explains: What is dry eye? Dry Eye Syndrome is a common and often chronic condition that affects approximately 25-30 million […]

October 30, 2015

Smoking and Your Eye and Vision Health

By now, most of us are well aware of how bad smoking is for our health. However, the specific risks that smoking poses for our eyes and vision is not so well known. Dr. Julia Appel, associate clinical professor and a member of the primary care service at the University Eye Center, provides a closer look at the […]

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