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Careers in Sight

National Ophthalmic Technicians Week is November 5-10, 2019 and Columbia Eye Clinic is celebrating our eyecare team! We thank them for all they do to take care of patients every day.

If you are interested in health and medicine, like working as part of a team, and love helping people, consider a career in ophthalmology.  A shortage of ophthalmic medical technicians is a growing problem. Most entry-level ophthalmic technician jobs only require a high school diploma and a willingness to learn on the job. A variety of continuing education and certification opportunities are also available to those who want to advance in the profession.

Watch this video to learn more about a career as an ophthalmic assistant.

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YAG Laser Procedure After Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed, as well as one of the safest and most effective, surgical procedures in the United States. Typically, a patient’s vision after cataract surgery is very clear.  Some patients may experience hazy vision months to years after surgery.

Hazy vision after cataract surgery can occur when the thin membrane that surrounds the intraocular lens implant becomes clouded by unwanted cell growth. This condition is called posterior capsule opacification or PCO.

diagram of the eye illustrating YAG laser capsulotomy
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

PCO can be treated in your doctor’s office with a procedure called a YAG laser capsulotomy. The YAG procedure takes just a few minutes and does not cause any discomfort during or after the procedure. The effected eye will be dilated with drops before the procedure. The YAG laser will be used to make an opening in the cloudy membrane.

You may resume your normal activities immediately. Aside from possibly experiencing some floaters for up to a few weeks after the procedure, most patients experience improved vision within a day. Only one treatment to remove the cloudy membrane is required to permanently resolve hazy vision caused by PCO.

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Made in the USA Frames

In a time when approximately 95 percent of eyeglass frames are made outside of the USA, with more than 90 percent produced in China, STATE Optical Co. is designing and manufacturing their luxury eyewear exclusively in America. The STATE Optical Co. ‘Made in America’ label is more than just a label, it’s a state of mind.

STATE Optical Co. believes how the frame is made is as important as how it looks. Over 50% of STATE’s production process is done by hand. STATE artisans at their Chicago, Illinois, USA, manufacturing facility meticulously handcraft each pair of frames in a 75+ step process. STATE uses premium components, like a custom proprietary STATE hinge featuring a nylon sleeve around the screw that allows a locking effect, preventing your temples from loosening over time. Their unique temple tip showcases the STATE mark, a pyramid comprised of 21 dots, symbolizing their home and origins in the 21st state, Illinois.

Their introductory line of optical frames includes 12 styles that celebrate personal style and distinct personality. Now available in Columbia Eye Clinic’s Lexington Optical Shop. Visit www.stateopticalco.com to view all style and color options.

MORGAN

 

LOGAN

 

ARMITAGE

 

MONROE

 

LASALLE

 

TAYLOR

 

 

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Hurricane Florence Closing Information

In consideration of dangerous weather conditions resulting from Hurricane Florence, all Columbia Eye Clinic locations will be closing at 3pm on Friday, September 14, 2018. The Downtown Columbia location will be closed on Saturday, September 15, 2018.

Please monitor our website and Facebook page for updates to the hours of operation on Monday, September 17, 2018.

 

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