Category Archives: Eye Health Blogs

Background Ocular and visual problems are frequent consequences of an acquired brain injury (ABI). The literature suggests that many patients demonstrate a myopic shift in refractive error after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), a form of an ABI. Three reported courses are suggested. Most commonly the myopia resolves under cycloplegic conditions, secondly the shift is […]

by Farrah F. Sunderji, OD & Catherine Heyman, OD, FAAO,FCOVD Background In the United States, approximately one person every 16 seconds suffers some form of acquired brain injury (ABI).1 An ABI results from an event that occurs suddenly and results in neurological dysfunctions.2 The two major events that cause an ABI include an internal insult such […]

Every day we find not only ourselves but our children spending longer hours in front of a digital device. In fact, according to a 2012 survey conducted by The Vision Council, more than 1/3 of adults spend 4-6 hours a day with digital media or related electronic devices. In fact, 14% of young adults spend […]

Every day we find not only ourselves but our children spending longer hours in front of a digital device. In fact, according to a 2012 survey conducted by The Vision Council, more than 1/3 of adults spend 4-6 hours a day with digital media or related electronic devices. In fact, 14% of young adults spend […]

What is Blepharitis? Blepharitis is defined as a chronic inflammatory disease of the eyelids. The cause of Blepharitis is an excess of the bacteria that commonly lives along the lid and base of our eyelashes. It is a condition that can be developed by anyone at any point in their lives. However, the onset of this […]

Detect ocular disease up to 10 years ahead of time Early detection is the key to prevention at EyedeologyTM.  The Cirrus HD-OCT helps our Optometrists to diagnose and monitor retinal and optic nerve problems before any avoidable, permanent damage is done.  The high quality and accuracy of the scans provide information on your eyes that […]

The government of Alberta has announced changes that will improve access to quality eye care for all Albertans. Doctors of optometry are highly trained eye doctors who examine, diagnose, treat and correct conditions, diseases and disorders of the human visual system, the eye and its associated structures. As well as providing comprehensive eye and vision […]

We have heard many stories in the media recently regarding people losing their vision due to over wear of contact lenses and poor contact lens compliance. Inappropriate care of contact lenses leads to infection which can lead to blindness. Appropriate care of your contact lenses, storage cases and hygiene are all essential to keep your […]

At EyedeologyTM, we are now offering a new in-office treatment to eliminate Blepharitis. It will now be offered as a way of keeping those eyelids clean and healthy. It is a quick and easy procedure and most patients experience an almost immediate improvement in symptoms. What is Blepharitis? Blepharitis is a common eye condition where […]

Are you at risk of developing Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)? We are pleased to introduce a new way to detect the risk of developing AMD in patients at EyedeologyTM.  If there is a family history of age related macular degeneration be sure to let us know so we can do a quick and easy […]