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A 4-Minute Surgery That Can Give Sight To The Blind. Dr. Oliva and Medical Eye Center featured on All Things Considered, National Public Radio (NPR)

February 23, 2018

Alimi Hassen, 80, had been blind for 7 years. After his eyesight was restored, he hugs his surgeon, Dr. Matt Oliva from the Himalayan Cataract Project. Jason Beaubien/NPR

The blind have descended in droves on the Bisidimo Hospital in Eastern Ethiopia.

The Himalayan Cataract Project is hosting a mass cataract surgery campaign at the medical compound that used to be a leper colony. For one week a team from the nonprofit has set up seven operating tables in four operating rooms and they’re offering free cataract surgery to anyone who needs it.

Have LASIK and Give.

For the month of October, Medical Eye Center will donate $100 per every bilateral LASIK procedure to United Way of Jackson County Fire Relief Fund ($50 per eye). This fund is to focus on recovery

October 1, 2020

Southern Oregon Fire Relief

Donate 5 non-perishable goods to Medical Eye Center and receive $25 off your purchase We are deeply saddened by the devastation and loss resulting from the recent Almeda fires. Our hearts go out to all

September 17, 2020

Sunglasses: 5 Shopping Tips to Protect Your Eyes

Please note that the below information is intended to be observed as guidelines, and is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye

July 23, 2020