Using your FSA (Flexible Spending Account) dollars at Pacific Eye Institute towards the end of the year is a strategic move that can help you maximize your benefits while ensuring timely access to premium services. FSA funds are made up of pre-tax contributions and are typically ‘use-it-or-lose-It’, meaning that any unspent money may be forfeited at […]
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In the vast landscape of eye care, understanding the roles of different eye care professionals is crucial for making informed decisions about your vision health. At Pacific Eye Institute, we’re dedicated to providing clarity on the distinction between ophthalmologists and optometrists and the specialized services they offer. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors specializing in eye and […]
Read MoreOn April 8, 2024, Californians will get the unique opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse! The moon will gracefully pass between the sun and the Earth, casting its shadow for a brief moment of wonder and awe. However, as mesmerizing as it may be, observing a solar eclipse requires caution, particularly when it comes […]
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As we journey through life, our eyes are our constant companions, providing us with the gift of sight and allowing us to experience the world around us. But as we age, our eyes, like the rest of our bodies, undergo changes that can affect our vision and overall eye health. At Pacific Eye Institute, we […]
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Are you experiencing blurry vision or discomfort in your eyes? You might be dealing with more than just a passing irritation – it could be dry eye syndrome. At Pacific Eye Institute, our Physician Team are well-versed in diagnosing and managing dry eye issues. Let’s delve deeper into understanding dry eye and how you can […]
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Living with diabetes comes with its own set of challenges, and one aspect that requires special attention is eye health. Diabetic eye care is crucial for maintaining clear vision and preventing severe complications that can arise due to diabetes-related eye conditions. Pacific Eye Institute is at the forefront of providing comprehensive eyecare for diabetic patients. […]
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Dr. Edward Yung on Advancing MIGS in Glaucoma Surgery: Two hands available, and many more possibilities. When performing Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), surgeons previously had to hold their microscope in one hand and accomplish the surgery with only the other. That has now changed and one of our very own Pacific Eye Institute surgeons has […]
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Over the span of only three days, Dr. JoAnn Henwood and a team of 11 diagnosed and treated approximately 600 patients in Guatemala City,many of whom had never seen an eye doctor in their lifetime. On Friday, September 2, 2022 we landed in Guatemala City, Guatemala. Our group included three ophthalmologists, four optometrists, one pharmacist, two […]
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According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, thousands of people are hurt by sports-related eye injuries each year. About 13,500 of these injuries result in permanent vision loss. One in three eye injuries involves children. These alarming numbers have been rising over the last decade. The staff at Pacific Eye Institute wants to remind athletes and casual […]
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Dr. Nicolas Biro, our newest oculoplastic, orbital, and eyelid specialist, is excited to bring a promising thyroid eye disease treatment to his patients in the Inland Empire. Added to our other medical and surgical treatments for thyroid eye disease is newly FDA approved, Tepezza® (teprotumumab), an innovative treatment for adults with thyroid eye disease (TED). […]
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