“Vodka EyeBalling” – a very dangerous behavior shown on youtube.com

26th May, 2010 - Posted by Dr. S. Barry Eiden - No Comments

Vodka EyeBalling is a very dangerous behavior displayed on YouTube by some college students. There is potential for severe eye injury and even permanent vision loss. My hope in placing this post is to inform and dissuade anyone from doing this. Read More

Dr. Eiden participates in an online webinar about electronic media and social media in eye care practice

9th May, 2010 - Posted by Dr. S. Barry Eiden - No Comments

Last week I participated on a webinar that was hosted by Paragon Laboratories regarding how to utilize electronic media and social media to help communicate with and educate patients about an eye care practice. I shared the panel with Kurt Scholle a web developer and social media expert and with Chris Martin a public relations specialist » Read More

The Sun & Your Eyes: What You Need to Know Provides Important Sun Safety Tips

9th May, 2010 - Posted by Dr. S. Barry Eiden - No Comments

Protection from ultraviolet light rays (UVA and UVB) is critical to reduce the risk of developing eyes diseases such as cataract, macular degeneration, and various forms of cancer on or near the ocular surface. There are numerous ways to reduce your ocular exposure to UV radiation. Read More

Keratoconus – another patient able to avoid surgery!

1st May, 2010 - Posted by Dr. S. Barry Eiden - No Comments

Keratoconus, a progressive thining disorder of the cornea, often reaches a stage where corneal transplantation surgery is the only option. However before taking this step patients should be evaluated by an experienced contact lens specialist to see if other options are possible. Here is a wonderful case example. Read More