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The curvature of the posterior cornea has stolen some of the spotlight from its anterior surface sibling over recent years. Two increasingly important roles the posterior corneal curvature plays in our patients relates to astigmatism correction in cataract surgery and in the surveillance of patients suspicious for keratoconus or forme fruste keratoconus. Role of posterior [...]

The Florida sun is extremely bright in the summer months, but sunlight is not the only issue your eyes will encounter during the summer. The Orlando ophthalmology experts at Magruder Laser Vision present several summer eye tips that will keep your eyes looking good and seeing even better. Wear Sunglasses Sunglasses that provide 100% ultraviolet [...]

You may have heard the do’s and don’ts and watching the upcoming Solar Eclipse by now. In the Sunshine State, although we won’t have the ability to see the eclipse in all totality, it’s still a historic moment that doesn’t come around too often. Here in Orlando, the eclipse will be positioned to our view [...]

Summertime! Grab your sunscreen, beach umbrella, and glasses! But wait, how will you juggle wearing glasses and sunglasses? You opt for contacts and smile at your reflection in the mirror. Driving to the beach with the top down sounded like such a great idea until the wind whipped your hair beneath your sunglasses and directly [...]

Ahh, summer in Florida! The pool invites you to dive in, your boat is ready to hit the water, and you have your glove oiled for your favorite summer sport, baseball. Unfortunately, it seems whatever activity you enjoy outside is hindered by wearing glasses. Even a walk around the block can become dangerous if sweat [...]

Some eye clinics have a caring staff while others may use the latest technology. Checking out a third eye clinic, you may find specialized ophthalmologists with knowledge of the newest procedures. With so many Orlando ophthalmologists available, how do you decide? At Magruder Laser Vision, where our motto is “Correcting Vision – Changing Lives,” we [...]

Summer vacation is a time to relax and stop worrying about school or work. Although vacationers who travel across the country may pack carefully, it seems something related to eye care is always missing. If you remember the contact case, you forget the solution. If you pack your glasses case that should contain your reading [...]

Have you ever considered the risks of wearing contact lenses? Probably not, but a recent study compared laser eye correction and contact lens applications. Of the two, it was noted by Oregon Health and Science University researchers that an eye correction procedure was safer than wearing contact lenses long term. Magruder Laser Vision’s Orlando ophthalmologists [...]

You wake up in the morning ready to hit the road to train for your upcoming 5K run. After washing your face, you grab your glasses and admire how great they look. Nothing can stop you today…or can it? Magruder Laser Vision’s leading Orlando ophthalmologist, Doc Brock, has performed thousands of LASIK procedures on weekend [...]

Diabetes affects more than just your blood sugar. Your cardiovascular health, nervous system, and vision are all prey to this disease. The National Institute of Health (NIH) notes the rate of cases of diabetic retinopathy has increased from 4.06 million in 2000 to a staggering 7.69 million in 2010. The NIH expects that figure to [...]

Athletes generally do not spend their off-season simply waiting for the upcoming opening game. Instead, they work diligently to enhance their performance, but sometimes not in what we would consider “traditional” methods of giving them an edge in their sport. Many athletes find they greatly improve their performance with a visit to Magruder Laser Vision [...]

Being a tourist destination has the advantage of drawing in fantastic visual and performing arts spectacles from around the world. Appreciating these fine arts is much easier when they are viewed through LASIK-corrected eyes. Visiting the following fine arts spectaculars without consulting Magruder Laser Vision first may mean you’re missing much of the experience. Find [...]