Dry eyes are an incredibly common condition. Symptoms are often fleeting, and sometimes people don’t even realize they suffer from dry eyes. Dr. Patel believes education is the key to a comfortable life, and at the Wichita Vision Institute in Wichita, KS, Dr. Patel can help you overcome your dry eye issues. 7 Signs You […]
Questions to Ask Your Ophthalmologist
When you visit us at Wichita Vision Institute, Dr. Patel will examine your eyes and will likely ask you some questions to better understand what vision services and treatments could help you. To get the maximum benefit from your eye appointment, you will want to ask a few questions of the ophthalmologist as well. Our […]
Is Bladeless LASIK Eye Surgery Right for You?
In recent years, LASIK surgery has revolutionized how people see and deal with their vision problems. Today, bladeless LASIK eye surgery is safer and more easily accessible than ever. With local practices such as Wichita Vision Institute providing this service, there is no reason why anyone should suffer with vision problems. You owe it to […]
Important Questions About Cataracts
Cataracts are a common occurrence in individuals who are at least 60 years of age. However, this clouding of the lens of your eye can negatively affect your life in several ways. Cataracts can take away your independence, increase the risk of falls and hip fractures, and even increase your chance of mortality. At Wichita […]
Finding the Best Ophthalmologist
If you are looking for expert eye care and vision correction, finding the right ophthalmologist is an important first step. The team at Wichita Vision Institute can guide you on your journey to optimal eye health. If you are looking for an ophthalmologist in your area, here is a quick guide to finding the perfect […]
When to Consider Seeing a Cataract Surgeon
Once some people have reached the age of 50, they develop cataracts and need to see a cataract surgeon. When the lens in the eye becomes cloudy, it is called a cataract. This condition causes a loss of vision not correctable through contact lenses, glasses, or corneal refractive surgery such as LASIK. Although cataract surgery […]
Diabetic Eye Care: Common Problems
Even though we know quite a bit about what causes diabetes, this metabolic disease is more prevalent than ever. A relatively large percentage of adults will develop diabetes or prediabetes at some point over the years, and ignoring those conditions is extremely dangerous. Diabetes is going to impact almost every aspect of an individual’s health, […]
What Can Ophthalmologists Treat?
Ophthalmologists are medical professionals who specialize in diagnosing and treating eye problems. They have either a medical degree or an osteopathic degree, and they are the only eye doctors who can perform surgery. As such, they can provide a variety of services. Dr. Reena Patel is an eye doctor at Wichita Vision Institute who offers […]
Who Is At-Risk for Macular Degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration is the result of several complex risk factors coming together. Some risk factors are controllable. These would include things like smoking, being overweight, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, as well as long-term sun exposure without proper eye protection. What Is Macular Degeneration? Macular degeneration causes severe and irreversible vision loss. It is […]
Signs You Need Pterygium Removal
A pterygium is a membrane that grows on the conjunctiva, which is the otherwise clear membrane that lines the white of the eye and the inner part of the eyelid. This growth can penetrate the cornea, which is the clear dome that covers the eye. Pterygia are benign, and doctors think they are caused by […]
