Jen Hatmaker Astounded by Her Vision After LASIK
Posted by: Mann Eye in LASIK, Testimonials
You may know Jen Hatmaker as an author, podcaster, speaker, or maybe you recognize her from the HGTV show My Big Family Renovation. Jen, who lives near Austin in a 100-year old farmhouse with her five children, is a social justice activist and serves on the board for Austin New Church, a church she co-founded. […]
Read MoreCataract Awareness Month: Let’s Test Your Cataract Knowledge
Posted by: Mann Eye in Cataracts
The more trips around the sun you take, the more likely it is that you will be faced with cataracts at some point. Cataracts are, to a large degree, an inevitable part of aging. At Mann Eye Institute, we focus a great deal of our practice on the diagnosis and treatment of cataracts. But since […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: Cataracts
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Cataracts
by Dr. David Tremblay What’s the Difference Between Traditional and Laser Cataract Surgery and Does it Really Matter? Cataract surgery has come a long way since the old days when surgeons used a needle to simply (and painfully) push the cataract out of the way. Newer techniques are minimally-invasive with faster healing, less risk and […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: LASIK
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, LASIK
By Dr. Luke Barker Is LASIK safe? When considering any surgery, it is advisable to do your research on the topic and prepare yourself for the evaluation. If you’re considering LASIK, ask friends and family who’ve had the procedure. Consult reputable online resources. Research surgeons and laser technology. Understand the pros and cons of having […]
Read MoreThe OD Advocate: May 2021 Edition
Posted by: Mann Eye in Co-Management
Welcome to the May edition of The OD Advocate, our information-packed monthly newsletter. We hope you’ll enjoy the content we’ve presented, and of course, we’d love to hear your feedback! Surgeon Insights: Cataract Q&A with Brian Wright, MD From femto-assisted cataract surgery to choosing a lens to potential complications, Dr. Wright, Mann Eye surgeon and […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: Healthy Vision Month
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Eye Health
by Dr. David Tremblay Can your eyes indicate health problems? The saying goes, “The eyes are the windows to the soul”. Fortunately, as windows, the eyes often shed clues about what may be going on with the rest of the body. Additionally, they can uncover problems that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. Floppy eyelids or […]
Read MoreHealthy Eyes, Healthy Life!
Posted by: Mann Eye in Cataracts, Eye Health, LASIK
May is Healthy Vision Month Maybe you’ve heard the old adage “Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise”? Well, we’re not here to weigh in on your sleeping schedule. That’s your business! We’re an eye care practice, so we’ll stay in our lane. But here’s one thing we are […]
Read MoreIt’s Patient Experience Week: Hear from a Few of Our Happy Patients
Posted by: Mann Eye in Cataracts, LASIK, Testimonials
At Mann Eye Institute, we are focused on providing an excellent patient experience every day of the year! We don’t wait for Patient Experience Week to roll out the red carpet around here! From the moment you walk through our doors for the first time to a follow-up appointment after you’ve been a patient for […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: Diabetic Eye Disease
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Eye Health
by Dr. David Tremblay How does diabetes affect your vision? A common question we hear from patients is, “If my diabetes is well controlled, am I still at risk of vision loss?” The short answer is yes; even with fantastic blood sugar control, you are still at risk of developing retinopathy and other diabetes-related eye […]
Read MoreAsk the Experts: Spring Allergies
Posted by: Mann Eye in Ask The Experts, Eye Health
by Dr. Luke Barker Why are my allergies so bad in the spring?! Welcome to Austin, the allergy capital of Texas! Along with all our great outdoor adventures, trails, swimming holes and parks, comes a healthy dose of pollen, mold, dander and other allergens. Especially in the spring months, when everything is blooming. Allergies can […]
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