Patients for Life: Our Focus at Matossian Eye Associates
By: Pamela Murphy – Front Desk Team Lead When most offices think about patient growth, the first thought is, “Find new patients!” While this is an important factor to the growth and success of a practice, our goal at Matossian Eye Associates is to create a Patient for Life. Patient feedback, providing ongoing patient education and… Read More
Spring Cope Event 2018
Several times a year, Matossian Eye Associates sponsors a Continuing Education Event for area optometrists (ODs). The event is held after patient hours in the evening in an area restaurant where local ODs are invited to attend so they can attain continuing education credits. The topics are selected by the physicians at MEA and the… Read More
Why Are Annual Refraction Tests So Important?
As one of the front desk team members, we interact with virtually every patient or prospective patient who walks through the doors of Matossian Eye Associates. Whether they are a new patient or have been coming to us for years, one of their most common questions is about the need to have a refraction test…. Read More
How This New Technology Allows Surgeons To Improve Vision Even *After* The Cataract Procedure
The world of ophthalmology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and the latest technological development could have far-reaching implications for cataract patients as we help them reach their vision goals. Prior to cataract surgery, we take measurements in great detail, including the length of the eye and the curvature of the cornea. We use… Read More
What Is Glaucoma and What Are The Latest Developments For Its Treatment?
What Is Glaucoma? One of the most common conditions that we treat at Matossian Eye Associates is a group of diseases called glaucoma. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, and without proper treatment, the end result of glaucoma could be vision loss or even blindness. The good news is that when detected and treated early, patients… Read More
5 Simple Steps Every Diabetic Should Follow To Reduce The Risk of Diabetic Retinopathy
Living with diabetes requires a structured plan and routine. Being intentional about your diet, taking medications, even performing frequent blood tests in certain instances, all factor into this. What’s more, diabetes puts patients at a much higher risk of developing certain eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. The good news is that diabetics… Read More
How “Enchroma Glasses” Could Solve Your Color Blindness Problems
What Is Color Blindness? Color Blindness, which is also referred to as color vision deficiency, is a condition in which a person’s eyes are unable to see different colors under natural light. This can cause problems in everyday life – from traffic signals to warning signs. The retina contains approximately 6 million retinal cone cells…. Read More
