When you live up where the air is thin and the sun is closer, cataracts can be much more common.
The people who live in Nepal are prone to blindness from cataracts, a condition that can be corrected by relatively inexpensive surgery–still too expensive for most of the people in that poor country.
So the Himalayan Cataract Project was born to bring the surgery to the people, and Dr. Matt Oliva is part of the team.
He talks about his trips to the roof of the world and the work he does there.
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
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
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