Here’s Why Sports Eye Safety Month is an AAO Observance
April is Sports Eye Safety Month. To support keeping everyone’s eyes safe while playing sports, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) reminds athletes that they can prevent many eye injuries by wearing protective eyewear. Each year, more than 100,000 people suffer from a sports-related eye injury — an estimated 13,500 of these injuries cause permanent […]
Read More5 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Protected as Part of Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Your eyesight is vital, and damaging or losing it can significantly and negatively impact your life. That’s why you need to keep your eyes safe in the workplace. Annually, over 700,000 people suffer an eye injury at work. Statistics from Occupational Health & Safety show that one in ten eye injuries will require one or […]
Read MoreEyestrain During the Pandemic: Interview
Thanks to Dr. Vandenberg for this last-minute interview request from WOOD TV8 related to eyestrain and the pandemic! Watch the video below or click here to view the full story.
Read MoreDo You Know the Signs of AMD During Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month?
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month, and it helps to shed light on the condition. AMD is a breakdown of the macula. The macula is the part of your eye that allows you to see fine details. While the exact cause of the disease remains unknown, it affects people due to aging. Some people start […]
Read MoreWhy Glaucoma Awareness Month is Observed
Today, over 3 million Americans have glaucoma. For this reason, the American Academy of Ophthalmology observes January as Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma reduces vision by up to 40 percent before its detection. It is a progressive condition, meaning it becomes worse with time. If you do not have regular eye examinations and glaucoma goes undetected […]
Read MoreDry Eye Tips From Dr. Morehouse
Is increased screen time drying out your eyes? Grand Rapids Ophthalmology’s Dr. Joe Morehouse talks with 13 On Your Side’s Val Lego about how to get relief from dry eyes!
Read MoreGrand Rapids Top Doctors
05/1/20 Congratulations to our docs- Dr. Garber, Dr. Gohel, Dr. Cowden, Dr. Boyle, Dr. Barrett, Dr. Muallem and Dr. Gindzin – they were nominated by their peers as Grand Rapids Top Doctors! source: https://www.grmag.com/issue/may-2020/
Read MoreCOVID-19 Response Tactics
Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is proud that our team members have filled crucial roles on the Blue Sky Vision COVID-19 Response Team! Having a dedicated response team ensures that we are protecting our patients and staff members while offering critical services to our community. Article: COVID-19 Response Tactics
Read MoreBSV Partners Win People’s Choice Awards
03/28/20 Two Blue Sky Vision Partners received recognition in Grand Haven Tribune’s 2020 People’s Choice Award program. Shoreline Vision’s Dr. Nathan Gilmore and Grand Rapids Ophthalmology’s Dr. Claire Diekema took the 1st and 3rd spots in the Best Optometrist category, respectively. Shoreline Vision also won for Best Place to Purchase Eyeglasses for the third year in a […]
Read MoreCoronavirus Safety
Did You Know? Coronavirus can spread through the eyes–stay safe and get the facts from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is screening patients for COVID-19 prior to appointments. Learn More
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