Welcoming Dr. Baumrind to Our Full-Time Surgery Team
Takle Eye Group is thrilled to announce that Dr. Benjamin Baumrind is now a full-time member of our retinal surgery team! Dr. Baumrind began with Takle Eye Group as his primary practice location in July 2016. As a surgical retina specialist, he brings his expertise in treating such conditions as diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and […]
What Your Eyes Need You to Know about Blue Light
What is blue light? And how does it affect your eyes? If you think of the visible, white light we see as made up of all the colors in the rainbow, blue light has shorter wavelengths and more energy than warmer light. In general, the whiter the light appears, the higher amount of higher-wavelength blue […]
7 Reasons Why Vision-Test Apps Aren’t Enough
People are relying on apps more than ever to monitor and analyze their own health and well-being. So it’s not surprising to find apps that allow you to check your own vision and even order your own contacts online. Of course, before you can take an online vision test, you’ll see a disclaimer, stating that […]
2017: Takle Eye Group’s Year In Review
As 2017 draws to a close, the team at Takle Eye Group and their families are grateful to the community of patients that choose us for their comprehensive eye care. We are looking forward to an exciting and successful 2018! We can’t possibly highlight all that happened in a year but below is a brief […]
3 Fundamental Questions to Consider When Selecting Your Eye Surgeon
If you find yourself in need of eye surgery, the amount of information you receive can be overwhelming. Maybe you are dealing with a drooping eyelid (Blepharoplasty, Ptosis), need a Brow lift, or Eyelid reconstruction? You may be in need of an Orbital fracture repair, Entropion repair, Ectropion repair, Do you have a Blocked tear […]
What’s The Difference? Medical vs. Routine Eye Exams
At Takle Eye Group we want our patients to receive the best eye care possible, this includes making sure our patients are informed regarding exams and medical insurance. We are often asked about the difference between medical and routine eye exams. Both medical and routine eye exams may include the same components: such as refraction, […]
What You Need to Know About the Solar Eclipse
“Don’t stare at the sun; you’ll go blind!” We’ve probably all heard this as kids at some point, and with good reason. The UV light that the sun emits can cause damage to the cells of the cornea in your eye –much like a sunburn on your skin. Can the same damage be done by […]
What’s the difference between an Optometrist and an Ophthalmologist?
When it comes to your vision health, it’s critical to see the medical provider who best fits your needs. It’s easy to confuse the optometry and ophthalmology professions, yet each plays a different yet vital role to your eye health. We want to start by offering two direct and general definitions: An optometrist is an […]
Will my vision insurance cover my eye exam?
At Takle Eye Group we understand that insurance coverage can be confusing. One concern of particular importance to the patients of Takle Eye Group is the difference between a Medical Eye Exam and Vision Plan/routine eye exam. Of course, coverage options vary per patient, but we hope this blog and future information published on our […]
What are Oculoplastics anyway?
Plastic surgery often conjures up images of drastic changes to a person’s facial appearance or body shape. But oculoplastics is actually a form of plastic surgery used to reconstruct or restore functionality to areas around the eyes. Patients suffering from conditions such as droopy eyelids, eyelid malposition, and facial nerve weakness (Bell’s Palsy) can benefit […]
