By Dr. Yasaira Rodriguez, a board-certified ophthalmologist for Elmquist Eye Group
A proper diet nourishes the whole body, aiding and maintaining healthy vision. However, many people struggle to get the nutrients they need through diet alone. While you cannot replace healthy eating habits, multivitamins and...
Florida native Sarah Eccles-Brown, M.D. is passionate about her community and her country.
Prior to her current role as board-certified ophthalmologist and partner at Elmquist Eye Group, Sarah served as a Major in the U.S. Air Force for four years at Eglin Air Force...
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
By Dr. E. Trevor Elmquist, founder of Elmquist Eye Group
Some eye conditions may not feature any notable symptoms until they reach more advanced stages when floating spots and blurred vision become apparent. Therefore, it is essential for you...
By Dr. Kate Wagner, board-certified optometrist, and partner at Elmquist Eye Group
Breast Cancer Awareness Month serves as a valuable reminder to take an active approach to your health, reflecting on the variety of cancer treatment options and how each course of action can impact...
Florida
is the sunshine state. That’s great for getting outdoors and on the
water all year long.
But
the summer months with more daylight hours bring the greatest amount
of the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly as
rays reflect off water, cement and sand.
Consumers
have become pretty savvy about protecting...
Fireworks safety is key for protecting your eyes
Every year, the Fourth of July is a
terrible time to be on call for ophthalmology due to the high risk of
potentially blinding eye injuries from fireworks.
“During my residency, I worked at a
level 1 trauma center,” said...
