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Can an Optometrist Diagnose Glaucoma?

Posted on July 3, 2024 | Shazeen Manji | Glaucoma

Here's a recommended change: An optometrist explains glaucoma to a patient using a 3D model of the eye.

Glaucoma is the name for several eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, a core part of your visual system. This damage is slow, painless, and can lead to vision loss if not managed. Your optometrist is an important member of your healthcare team. They play a key role in protecting your eye health and […]

Cataracts vs Glaucoma: What Are the Differences?

Posted on February 26, 2024 | Shazeen Manji | Cataract Surgery

An older adult man sitting on a couch and holding his glasses in his left hand as he rubs his right eye with his other hand.

Clear vision is a treasured sense: a gateway to our world and an informer of experiences. It sounds dramatic, but we rely on our vision for so much, and it’s easy to take it for granted. However, 2 common eye conditions, cataracts and glaucoma, can cloud our vision if left undetected and untreated. While they […]