Finding An Eye Doctor In Louisiana
Finding An Eye Doctor In Louisiana
Choosing the doctor who will provide you with eye care is not just about finding an eye doctor who can help when things suddenly go wrong. At The Eye Surgery Center of Louisiana, we take a holistic approach to eye care that recognizes it is about routine maintenance and simple steps, not just complicated procedures.
So many eye problems linger on the periphery of your vision and attention for years. And they can often be prevented, or at least caught early and minimized, through routine eye care.
That’s why choosing the right Louisiana eye doctor is so important. Finding a doctor you’re comfortable with will make routine visits much easier and more comfortable.
If you’re a Louisiana resident looking for an experienced eye doctor, please call The Eye Surgery Center of Louisiana today at 504-887-7660.
Why You Should Choose The Eye Surgery Center Of Louisiana
We understand you have a lot of options for eye doctors in Louisiana. But we’re confident that we can help you achieve and maintain excellent ocular health.
Why? Because we have the specialized experience and proven track record you should seek out an eye doctor. This includes:
Board Certification: The importance of board certification is hard to overstate. It means the doctor has passed a rigorous series of examinations and works to stay up-to-date on the newest developments.
Comfort Level: Finally, don’t hesitate to arrange a consultation with the potential eye doctor. This is your opportunity to meet him, talk with him, ask some questions about his practice and explain what you’re looking for in a doctor.
At The Eye Surgery Center of Louisiana, we do everything possible to make your routine eye care experience as pleasant and comfortable as possible. By doing so, we remove some obstacles that stand between you and the eye care you need.
If you live in Louisiana and you want to learn more about our eye doctor and how we serve your vision needs, please contact The Eye Surgery Center of Louisiana today.
What Are The Treatments For Diabetic Retinopathy?
Laser is the most common treatment, either by directly sealing with a focal laser the abnormal blood vessels in the retina or by doing pan-retinal photocoagulation to larger areas of the retina to cause abnormal blood vessels to regress and go away. Sometimes swelling does not respond adequately to laser, and the steroid Kenalog or the vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor (VEGFI) Avastin may be used with some success. If significant bleeding, scarring, or retinal detachment occur, or if the retinal swelling does not respond to laser and medication, then surgery may be performed to stabilize or sometimes improve vision.
What Can I Do To Reduce My Risk For Visual Loss From Diabetic Retinopathy?
Regular eye exams are key. Prevention is the only effective way to allow people to maintain good vision for life. Good, consistent, even blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides, as well as not smoking, reduce the risk for eye problems. This gives you one more good reason to take good care of yourself.
In Summary
Diabetic retinopathy causes the growth of abnormal vessels that cause loss of vision if not treated early, consistently, and effectively. With timely treatment, this disease can be controlled to allow decent usable vision for life.
For diabetic retinopathy monitoring or treatment, please contact the Eye Surgery Center of Louisiana and schedule an appointment at one of our New Orleans area locations.