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Multifocal intraocular lens implants, or IOLs, are a wonderful vision correction option available for Skokie, IL area patients. Multifocal IOLs are a wonderful way of expanding your current range of vision with few possible complications. Patients who are undergoing cataract surgery or eye correction procedures can have one of these artificial lenses put in place. …
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Patients in Skokie, IL who are experiencing spots or strings in their line of vision that follow their eye direction may be dealing with a condition known as “floaters.” Floaters are caused by the bunching and collecting of vitreous fluid that is present in the eyes. This can cause specks, spots, lines, and strings to …
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Cataracts are a common problem that can be seen in adult patients over the age of 40. For some patients, cataracts are just a sign of aging. However, this blurring and fogginess associated with cataracts can be bothersome for many patients and can impact their overall vision health and acuity. Patients who have been diagnosed …
Dr. Stuart P. Sondheimer and his team in Skokie, IL help patients with a wide range of vision needs. He is an eye physician with years of experience in helping patients improve their vision and get a proper diagnosis and treatment for their unique and individual concerns. Certain patients may need to work with an …
Floaters are a common complaint from patients in the Skokie, IL area who are experiencing these imperfections that can impact their vision. In some cases, they can be extremely bothersome, especially if they are large or there are many floaters in one’s eyesight. While the condition is not harmful, it can become frustrating for some …
Skokie, IL area patients who have considered the benefits of LASIK eye surgery to improve their vision and eliminate the need for eyeglasses and contacts are often readily familiar with this procedure. However, there are other options available to these patients through professionals such as Dr. Stuart P. Sondheimer. He is pleased to offer IntraLase. IntraLase is …
There are many conditions that can impact the eyes. It is essential that patients take great care in protecting their eyesight and reducing their risk for avoidable problems. One condition that often results from lack of eye protection in the outdoors is that of pterygium. What is pterygium? Dr. Stuart P. Sondheimer describes pterygium, or …
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Glaucoma is a condition that impacts the eyes due to damage of the optic nerve. The condition is the second leading cause of blindness in adult men and women. With a proper diagnosis from a medical professional, many patients can address the issue before it progresses into a more severe problem. What is glaucoma? Dr. …
When patients get a diagnosis of diabetes, they are educated on the many complications this condition can cause throughout the body. In addition, patients with diabetes need to pay special attention to their eye health, as diabetes can increase the risk of a wide range of problems. The eyes are one of the first places …
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Intraocular lenses, or “IOLs,” are medical implants that are placed inside of the eye to replace a natural lens following removal during surgery for cataracts. In addition, a patient may utilize intraocular lenses during refractive lens exchange procedures used for the correction of vision. IOLs were not used decades ago, as patients instead wore correctly …
