Eye Consultants & Surgeons of Miami

This we’ve known about for a while. Also 68% less likely to have a car accident.

Cataract Surgery May Help Prevent Falls and Fractures Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion is associated with reduced odds of falls and major injuries in older adults with age-related cataracts, a new study finds.

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FDA says to stop using 2 eye drop products, citing serious health risks — CBS News Using eye drops contaminated with bacteria can lead to a "life-threatening infection," FDA warns.

This is worrisome. 😳

FDA expands recall of potentially contaminated eye products amid outbreak — CBS News The FDA says Delsam Pharma's Artificial Eye Ointment may be contaminated with bacteria, following outbreak of a drug-resistant strain.

Best staff in Miami!! Dressing up for Halloween is a practice tradition.

Happy Halloween!!

Dr Jorge Perez wins 1st prize for best costume.

Happy Halloween from our staff to our friends and patients!!

OUR OFFICE IS HIRING OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANTS

Work Schedule: To be determined by the needs of the practice. (Must be willing to close)
Salary : Based on Experience
Position Summary:
The Ophthalmic Assistant generates important preliminary information to be used by the ophthalmologist; reviews patient status and performs medical tests.
Job Description:
* Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of symptoms, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately.
* Provides primary ophthalmic care to patients including dilating pupils, check visual acuity, take intraocular pressure and act as clinical assistant to physician.
* Performs sub-specialty tests (refraction, VF test, A-Scan Biometry (IOL master), Optos and Pachymetry).
* Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders, use of drops, contact lenses, drugs, and answer questions about surgery and specialty imagining required/ordered.
* Process prescription refill requests.
* Sets up and prep for minor OR procedures to include setting sterile tray and maintaining sterile field.

Skills & Abilities:
* Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data.
* Must speak English and Spanish

Experience:
*One year of specialized ophthalmic experience is desirable or completion of on-the-job training upon hiring.
*Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) credential preferred

Send Resume to [email protected] OR PRIVATE MESSAGE ME!!

https://www.healio.com/news/ophthalmology/20201124/increasing-myopia-a-growing-public-health-concern

Increasing myopia a growing public health concern The increasing prevalence of myopia is a significant public health concern internationally, according to speakers at a Task Force on Myopia press conference at the virtual American Academy of Ophthalmology annual meeting.“Overall, we’re trying to increase the awareness of this growing ep...

https://www.healio.com/news/ophthalmology/20201221/ocular-injuries-from-flying-corks-a-concern-during-holidays-in-covid19-isolation?utm_source=selligent&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=news&M_BT=238141433992

Ocular injuries from flying corks a concern during holidays in COVID-19 isolation In a year when Americans have been isolated, many may feel the urge to celebrate a new year, even over the internet on video chatting platforms, but concern for cork-related ocular trauma is as great as ever.“My concern is greater because of the COVID crisis,” Andrew Iwach, MD, told Heal...

Thank God for nurses and other healthcare workers. Without them we physicians would be surely lost. Here’s my staff ready to see patients. 👏👏💪💪🙏🏻🙏🏻

https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/coronavirus-covid19-eye-infection-pinkeye

Coronavirus Eye Safety Experts say guarding your eyes — as well as your hands and mouth — can slow the spread of coronavirus. Here’s why it's important to protect your eyes during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) out