Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ November 2018 Highlights We discuss diabetic eye disease awareness, using pre-tax dollars for LASIK,  and our state-of-the-art LASIK technology in  our latest Mandel Vision  ~ In Focus ~ Newsletter. November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month! Be sure to have your blood sugar and HbA1C levels checked during your annual physical. A staggering number of people are unaware that they are diabetic.  Diabetes can affect your eyes and your vision, and early intervention …
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October 2018: Mandel Vision® is proud to announce it is the first and only practice in New York to offer an exciting advancement in customized LASIK technology: The iDesign Refractive Studio! The iDesign is the Next Generation in Customized LASIK Treatments and we’re excited to add this technology to our state-of-the-art laser vision correction suite in Manhattan. What our ability to provide this exciting new technology means for our LASIK patients: -Every treatment is a TRUE original. The iDesign Refractive …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ October 2018 Highlights We discuss the dangers of over-the-counter contact lenses, our exciting new LASIK technology and flexible spending accounts in  our latest Mandel Vision  ~ In Focus ~ Newsletter. October is Halloween Safety Month If you’re planning your Halloween costume, leave contact lenses out of the equation! Non-prescription contact lenses could cause a vision-threatening eye infection. Just DON’T do it! Click here to read more. This Month’s Featured Eye Health Tip LASIK is a …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ September 2018 Highlights We discuss the ocular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, everything you need to know about LASIK eye surgery and more in our latest Mandel Vision  ~ In Focus ~ Newsletter. September is Healthy Aging Month! The eyes are the windows to the soul…and your health! In fact, signs of systemic diseases often appear in the eyes before the rest of the body, so an annual eye exam can protect more …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ July 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision discusses the dangers of wearing contact lenses to the beach, corneal thickness and LASIK surgery and more in our latest Mandel Vision  ~ In Focus ~ Newsletter. Summer is here! So, now is a good time for an important reminder:  The ocean and contact  lenses don’t mix! Play it safe at the beach this summer and don’t go in the water while wearing your contact lenses. This can …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ June 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision explores UV safety, the dangers of rubbing your eyes and some of the most frequently asked questions after LASIK surgery in our latest IN FOCUS newsletter. June is UV Safety Month! Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause damage to the eyes, as well as the skin. Wearing sunglasses with a UV 400 filter can help protect your eyes from those harmful rays and from developing future …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ May 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision discusses cataracts, relief from Spring allergies and pre-LASIK FAQ’s in this month’s IN FOCUS newsletter. May is Cataract Awareness Month! Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness in the U.S. Cataract surgery is a routine procedure that can treat this lens-clouding condition. Click here to read more. This Week’s Featured Eye Health Tip Relief from Spring Allergies is Within Your Reach! Being proactive this Spring could help alleviate those annoying …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ April 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision discusses sports eye safety, the eye benefits of the Mediterranean diet, choosing a LASIK surgeon and our most frequently asked questions after LASIK surgery in this month’s IN FOCUS newsletter. April is Sports Eye Safety Month! Ninety percent of all sports-related injuries can be avoided with the use of protective eye wear. Practicing eye safety while playing sports is critical and can help keep you in the game. Click here to learn more. This Month’s …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ March 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision discusses the importance of annual eye exams and the top FAQ’s patients ask prior to LASIK surgery in this month’s IN FOCUS newsletter. March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month! Your blink rate decreases by more than 60% when using computers and digital devices. This can cause dryness and irritation. Using natural tear drops more frequently when using digital devices can help keep your eyes more comfortable during these …
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Mandel Vision Newsletter ~ In Focus ~ February 2018 Highlights Mandel Vision discusses macular degeneration, computer eye strain, LASIK vs. PRK and Omega-3 supplements in this month’s IN FOCUS newsletter. February is Macular Degeneration Awareness Month! Checking an amsler grid daily can help with early detection of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD or AMD). While looking at the center dot of the grid shown to the right, one eye at a time, the lines should be straight, without any missing or …
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