According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. But many people are in the dark when it comes to the causes of cataracts as well as how to treat them. Whether you have been diagnosed with cataracts or are at risk of developing them, you should get the facts… Read More »
Nearly all LASIK patients can agree that the surgery is quick and relatively painless. The procedure is over before some patients even realize it started! However, like any surgery, there are certain things you need to avoid right afterward in order to reduce your risk of developing complications. Read on as Dr. Gregory Pamel outlines… Read More »
Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most routine procedures performed today. But like any surgery, there are certain precautions to take before and afterward to ensure your safety and well-being. If you have travel plans after your scheduled cataract surgery, or if you are thinking of traveling shortly after your procedure, you may… Read More »
Corneal crosslinking is an exciting development in keratoconus treatment. In people with keratoconus, the cornea gradually thins and weakens, bulging into a cone-like shape. This distorts vision and makes it difficult to see clearly. Ophthalmologists like Dr. Gregory Pamel believe corneal crosslinking can stop the bulging associated with keratoconus and delay or prevent the loss… Read More »
Eye drops are frequently used to manage conditions like dry eyes, eye allergies and glaucoma. Though the drops may seem harmless, overusing them can prevent them from working as intended — or worse, cause new problems. Here, Dr. Gregory Pamel, an ophthalmologist in New York City, reveals signs that you may be overusing your eye… Read More »
After making the important decision to have LASIK, the next step is to find a LASIK center that will provide excellent care and help you achieve great results. With so many LASIK surgeons in NYC, there are ample options. To help guide your search, Dr. Gregory Pamel reveals what he feels matters most when picking… Read More »
The decision to have surgery, especially elective surgery, is not something to take lightly. If you are contemplating laser eye surgery, you should make the time to gather all the information you need to make educated choices about your care. As you research the procedure and your options, it is common to have some fears… Read More »
LASIK is an incredible treatment but it is not for everyone. Nearly one out of every four candidates for LASIK is deemed ineligible for laser vision correction. They are not out of luck — Dr. Gregory Pamel offers another option for safe, permanent vision correction: phakic intraocular lens implants (IOLs). Dr. Pamel is one of… Read More »
LASIK is an incredible treatment but it is not for everyone. Nearly one out of every four candidates for LASIK is deemed ineligible for laser vision correction. They are not out of luck — Dr. Gregory Pamel offers another option for safe, permanent vision correction: phakic intraocular lens implants (IOLs). Dr. Pamel is one of… Read More »
Everyone has experienced dry, itchy eyes on occasion. Allergies to pet hair, pollen or dust are often to blame. But for some patients of Dr. Gregory Pamel, these symptoms are constant and even debilitating. Daily discomfort can start to interfere with vision and compromise a person’s quality of life. The key to finding relief from… Read More »