By JoeStout June 23, 2014
Not to sound cliche, but I see no reason to ever go anywhere else for anything associated with my eyes. Dr. Rick is professional, caring, trustworthy, available, and always in a positive frame of mind. Truly one of the best. ...read more
By Craiga January 29, 2014
Went for an eye exam after calling to see if they took my insurance. Gave insurance card and had a nice experience with the exam. Dr Ginsberg was very professional and had state of the art equipment. He isn't my problem. Upon leaving they asked me for full payment. I explained I was covered. They told me I wasn't. Called health provider twice and was told I was. Julie, the rude insurance girl there tells me she asked if I have a vision plan but FAILED to ask if it is through something called spectera or whatever it is called. So now I am out of network even though they said they accepted it and they ran my credit card. Personally I would never ever go back here. I feel completely and utterly ripped off and I advise everyone who goes to be guided accordingly. In my personal opinion this Julie must get some financial compensation for luring customers in and then trying to rip them off once done. Obviously they had plenty of time prior and during appointment to check my coverage since they took a copy of the card prior. ...read more
By bocahantus October 28, 2013
My kids love him! He is kind and caring! We have been going to him for years! I rarely write a review unless it is negative. But, he goes above and beyond!! ...read more
All contact lenses have a "FDA Recommended Wear Schedule." That means that a contact lens rated for 2 week wear has the lowest risk of problems in that period of time. The rating is based on resistance to bacterial contamination, resistence to protein deposits, maintaining suffucient moisture throughtout the day and allowing sufficient oxygen to reach the cornea. So what happens if you over-wear the lenses beyond the recommended wear time. Well, if you do it once in awhile, probably nothing. If you are in the habit of wearing your 2 week lenses for 6 to 8 weeks, you are actually causing damage to your eyes that is permanent and generally painless. Don't let the lens decide when it's time to dispose of them. "I throw them away when they bother my eyes." I have heard hundreds of patients repeat this phrase. By the time you do get an eye infection, or pain or blurred vision IT IS TOO LATE. Permanent damage has already occurred. Repeated episodes like this causes scar tissue of corneal and conjunctival tissue that is not reversible and will lead to the inability to safely wear contact lenses. Read the box your lenses came in or the package insert or ask your eye care professional. The FDA and contact lens manufacturers spend millions of dollars testing and rating contact lenses for your protection. Stay within the recommended wear time, dispose of the lenses when you are supposed to...not when they "bother you." and you will enjoy problem-free contact lens wear for as long as you choose to wear contacts. Visit my website for more information or to schedule a consultation. www.CustomVisionCare.com ...read more
By Dr. Richard Marrotte July 07, 2010
Several patients have asked me if there are any natural ways to improve vision. Unfortunately, there are several methods that have been tried over the years, but there are NO proven methods to improve eyesight naturally and here's why. Your eyesight is determined by several factors. First, your family gene pool. Near-sightedness is hereditary and so is significant amounts of astigmatism. Second, we all grow and develop and age. Our eyes get weaker with advancing age. These changes are inevitable. Third, how we use our eyes has the least effect on how well you see. Near-sightedness does not come from reading too much or too much computer work. As far as nutritionally, vegetables like carrots do have beneficial effects on the eyes by improving retinal circulation minimizing damage from oxidative stress, but you would need to eat 1 to 2 lbs of carrots per day, everyday to get any real benefit. However, what we can do is maintain our eye health and maximize our visual efficiency with a few good habits. One: eat 6 to 8 servings of vegetables and fruits every day OR take a supplement that provides those nutrients. Two: always take a break after about 2 hours of reading or computer work to rest your eyes. Three: wear proper sun protection for your eye (UVA and UVB filtered sunglasses are BEST.) For more information visit my websites www.CustomVisionCare.com www.VisionAndHealth.nutraMetrix.com ...read more
By Dr. Richard Marrotte June 02, 2010
More than 5.3 million Americans have Alzheimer's Disease. The problem doctors face everyday is that Alzheimer's Disease is not easy or cheap to diagnose. Brain scans, like MRI and CT scans, can cost several hundred dollars up to as much as $4000 each. These scanning tests are also not completely accurate. Did you know that Optometrists can discover clues to Alzheimer's Disease in your comprehensive eye examination? That's right ! The pathological changes that occur in the brain causing Alzheimer's Disease also occur in the eye. A very specific type of protein ( amyloid beta) deposits in the cells of the brain causing the cognitive degeneration we call Alzheimer's. These same proteins can deposit in the lens of the eye causing a very specific type of cataract. These same proteins can also deposit in the retina contributing to macular degeneration. A thorough eye examination including pupil dilation may just help prevent Alzheimer's Disease. If you are over 40, get a comprehensive eye examination every year. Not only will your eye doctor help maintain your vision and eye health, he or she may just be able to help diagnose early Alzheimer's Disease. ...read more
By Dr. Richard Marrotte May 13, 2010
Glaucoma is often called the "thief of sight." It affects individuals over age 40 by slowly increasing the liquid pressure inside the eye, damaging delicate internal eye structures. There is no specific level of inner eye pressure (IOP) that causes glaucoma. It is a complex eye disease characterized b... ...read more
If you need to replace the lenses in your glasses, do so carefully to keep your glasses in good condition. To replace lenses, remove the screws from your frames and push out the lenses. Place your new lenses into the frame, and replace the screws making sure they are tight and lenses are secure. ...read more
