Over two million Americans are affected with glaucoma, and nearly half are not aware that they have the disease. Although glaucoma can occur at any age, the risk of developing glaucoma increases after age 35. It is commonly referred to as the “silent thief of sight†because you will feel virtually no symptoms until the disease is very advanced. Glaucoma is known to damage the optic nerve, which sends information from your eyes to your brain. When glaucoma damages the optic nerve, you will begin to lose peripheral vision. Unfortunately, once vision is lost, it can never be regained.
Ophthalmology
Educates over 14,000 ophthalmologists across the world for the American Academy of Ophthalmology News and Education Cataract Committee
Laser Eye Surgery
If you are considering having laser vision correction (LASIK), your goal is to decrease your dependence on glasses or contact lenses. At Newsom Eye, our goal is to go well beyond that. We want you to have the quality of vision, improved lifestyle, and peace of mind that
Cataracts
One of only two surgeons nationally recognized for “Surgical Excellence†in cataract and implant surgery, awarded by the American College of Eye Surgeons
Cataract Surgery
Inventor of the Newsom Bladeless Laser Cataract Surgery Technique adapting the lntraLase Femtosecond Laser for Cataract Surgery
Eye Exam
Newsom Eye’s optical department offers a wide selection of frame styles for you and your entire family. Designer Brands such as Coach, Cloos x Brady, Ray Ban, Prada, Jimmy Choo, Oakley, Kate Spade, Tom Ford, Costa and Carrera  are just a few of the lines that Newsom Eye offers. Our lens designs and premium coating technology includes Crizal Non-Glare Coating, Varilux Progressive lenses, as well as Transitions, and Polycarbonate/Hi Index lenses. Newsom Eye provides the newest brands and the latest styles in house, which makes your experience from eye exam to frame selection seamless.
The main treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy is laser. Focal laser treatment can be applied to damaged blood vessels to control Macular Edema. For Neovascularization, more extensive (pan-retinal) laser treatment may be needed. Injections of steroid or other medications can also help in patients who do not respond to laser treatment, however, in severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary.
Newsom Eye offers oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery, which is a specialized area of ophthalmology that treats abnormalities of the eyelids, lacrimal system (tear ducts), orbits and surrounding tissues of the eyes. Our services include: ptosis, blepharoplasty, tear duct surgery, orbital surgery, and injectables.
Is also very important as it gives the doctor photographic evidence of what the patient’s optic nerve looked like at that moment in time. Much like following skin lesions for suspicion of cancer, photographs are critically important in looking for any changes over time