Patient Education & Eye Health

Why It Matters

Most sight-threatening disease has no early symptoms

The most common causes of vision loss — glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration — often develop silently. A regular eye exam is the single best way to catch them early, when treatment works best.

50%

of people with glaucoma don't know they have it, because there are usually no early symptoms.

Source: CDC, Vision Health Initiative

60%

of people with diabetes do not get a recommended annual dilated eye exam.

Source: CDC, Diabetes & Eye Health

90%+

of diabetes-related vision loss can be avoided with early detection and treatment.

Source: CDC

3M+

Americans have glaucoma today — a number expected to reach 6.3 million by 2050.

Source: CDC / National Eye Institute

Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of new blindness in working-age U.S. adults, and glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness — yet both are most treatable when found early. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends a baseline comprehensive eye exam by age 40, and more frequent exams for anyone with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of eye disease.

Patient Education

Understand your care before you decide

We believe informed patients make the best decisions. Watch these brief overviews, then ask your doctor any questions at your visit.

Cataracts — an overview

What cataracts are, how they affect your vision, and when surgery is recommended.

Cataract surgery — what to expect

A walkthrough of the procedure from arrival through recovery so you know exactly what happens on the day.

Your lens choices

Monofocal, multifocal, toric, and EDOF lenses explained — your surgeon will help you choose the best option.

Videos courtesy of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. For personal recommendations, book a consultation.

Cataract & lens implant video library

Detailed surgical and lens-specific animations. These open in a new tab.

Cataracts: an overviewWhat cataracts are and how they develop Cataract surgery: phacoemulsificationHow the procedure is performed, step by step Cataract surgery: what to expectBefore, during, and after your procedure Lens choicesComparing intraocular lens options Multifocal lens: Alcon PanOptixHow a trifocal lens restores near and distance vision Astigmatism: Alcon Clareon ToricCorrecting astigmatism with a toric lens implant