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Eye Disease Management in Northside

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Early diagnosis means earlier treatment and better outcomes.

Whether you have glaucoma, macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, or other eye diseases — we can help.

At Memorial Eye Center - Heights Blvd, we provide comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic screening and cutting-edge treatments that can slow eye disease progression and help maintain your vision.

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Give Your Eyes the Care They Deserve

Eye Disease Management Includes:

  • Comprehensive eye exam

    Comprehensive eye exams are critical in catching sight-robbing eye diseases that typically don’t show early symptoms.

  • Diagnostic screening

    Certain changes in your eyes can indicate eye conditions. Our optometrists can diagnose the disease and determine the cause of these changes.

  • Treatments and surgeries

    We provide a wide range of treatments, including prescription eye drops and other medication. If needed, we'll refer you to the right specialist for eye surgery.

  • After care and follow-up

    We provide follow-up exams and after-care treatments to help you manage your symptoms and safeguard your vision.


What Are the 4 Most Common Eye Diseases?

  • Diabetic Retinopathy

    If you have diabetes, you should be aware of the risk of diabetic retinopathy. Elevated blood sugar can cause blood vessels in the eye to become inflamed or swell. In the early stages, you may not notice symptoms, but advanced diabetic retinopathy can cause blurred vision or eye inflammation.

    Diabetic retinopathy treatment includes:

    • Prescription medication
    • Laser surgeries
    • Anti-VEGF and steroid injections
    • Vitrectomy
  • Glaucoma

    Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness and often doesn’t show early symptoms. High pressure inside the eye causes glaucoma, and the purpose of glaucoma management is to reduce intraocular pressure.

    Glaucoma treatments include:

    • Prescription eye drops or medications
    • Laser procedures
    • Filtration surgery
    • Drainage tubes
    • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
  • Cataracts

    Cataracts are cloudy formations on the eye lens. They can make your vision blurry and distorted. To restore normal vision, an optometrist will recommend cataract surgery, which involves replacing the cloudy lens with an artificial intraocular lens.

  • Macular Degeneration

    Macular degeneration, or AMD, occurs when the macula or the central part of the retina deteriorates. This results in blurred and distorted vision.

    There are two types of AMD: Dry AMD and Wet AMD.

    Although there isn’t a treatment for dry AMD, lifestyle changes and specific supplements can help prevent further vision deterioration.

    Wet AMD treatments include:

    • Photodynamic therapy
    • Anti-VEGF injections
    • Laser photocoagulation

Distorted or Blurred Vision? Have a family history of serious eye diseases?

Schedule an eye exam at Memorial Eye Center - Heights Blvd in Northside. Early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve eye health and prevent vision loss.


Eye Disease Management in Northside

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Spectera
  • United Healthcare
  • EyeMed
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 18, 2023
Thorough, efficient and friendly
- Nov. 17, 2023
Everyonec there is knowledgeable and friendly! They really care about their customers! Highly recomm... ended!
- Oct. 09, 2023
I had a great experience. I don't like change very much so after Dr. Rivera retired I was hesitant t... o go back but I am very glad I did. It felt friendly and professional as always. Very happy with everything!
- Sep. 13, 2023
I’ve been a long time patient of this location, the new doctor is fantastic. She’s very attentiv... e, knowledgeable, and has great bedside manner. She caught a chronic problem that the previous doctor never even mentioned to me and after my appointment she casually asked what my job was and after I told her she pulled me back into the exam room to give me more specific information about the risk of high impact job activities that could affect my eye health. She really cares about the health of your eyes.
- Aug. 29, 2023
I had a fantastic experience at Memorial Eye Center. The entire staff was very warm and friendly thr... oughout the visit. Dr. Bui had a wonderful bedside manner while also being efficient with your time! Glad to have established care with such a great team
- Aug. 27, 2023
Super friendly and helpful each time I visit.
- Aug. 23, 2023
Love my eyeglass frames, friendly staff…thorough and efficient optometrist
- Aug. 19, 2023
Staff is very friendly and welcoming. The ophthalmologist was very informative and made my experien... ce comfortable. I highly recommend them! I love my new frames!
- Aug. 17, 2023
Very professional and courteous!
- Aug. 17, 2023
I highly recommend this office for all eye concerns. The entire staff are very helpful and friendly.... I’ve been to many offices over the years. I will continue to be a patient here. It’s a different feeling. They give you the “warm and Fuzzy” family like feeling. I think the staff members are truly friends. I can tell there is a team like atmosphere here.
- Jun. 14, 2023
Dr.Yee Listened to my concerns of the pain and discomfort in my left eye. I was terrified of the new... s of having a small foreign object stuck in my eye. She was very reassuring and helped me feel better by taking it out. She is professional and very knowledgeable in her field. The front desk staff also made me feel welcomed as a new patient. I also did like how easy it was to schedule an appointment online the same day.
- Apr. 20, 2023
This is such a wonderful establishment. The entire staff is nice and very welcoming. Dr. Gross is am... azing! She is very thorough with her exams and she answers all questions exceptionally well. I have absolutely no complaints about any of my visits. I’ll for sure be a returning patient.
- Feb. 05, 2023
Dr. Yee was pleasant, thorough, and staff did not press you to purchase your eye wear from them as i... n the past with Dr. Rivera. Additionally, they have now gone paperless and that made the appointment less time consuming than in the past. I will be returning for all my eye care needs.
- Jan. 06, 2023
We love the staff at Memorial Eye Center. Dr Aurea is amazing and Sally never fails to find me the p... erfect frames.
- Nov. 16, 2022
Thanks to the crew that works at this office for always making me feel like family authentically you... are appreciated GLOWIN UP SUNSHINE
- Oct. 24, 2022
Dr. Rivera is incredibly thorough and so knowledgeable. Her staff was very patient as we shopped for... glasses. An excellent experience all around.
- Sep. 17, 2022
Very personable staff and my doctor was extremely intuitive to my eye care.
- Sep. 02, 2022
Attentive, knowledgeable, funny ...go for the entertainment and eye exam. You won't be disappointed....
- Aug. 31, 2022
Staff made experience comfortable so I could easily explain what I needed.
- Aug. 03, 2022
Dr. Rivera and the team are knowledge and friendly. My questions were answered thoroughly and my eye... s are grateful

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Eye Disease Management FAQs

Do eye problems run in the family?

Yes. Genetics increase our chances of developing diseases that impact vision and eye health.

In fact, over 350 eye diseases are attributed to hereditary factors, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, glaucoma, and retinitis pigmentosa. Learning about your family’s medical history can provide important clues regarding your predisposition to certain eye diseases and vision problems.

How to prevent eye diseases?

Adopting a healthy lifestyle and getting regular eye exams can improve your chances of maintaining clear vision and eye health.

Make sure to:

  • Avoid smoking
  • Maintain healthy blood sugar levels if you have diabetes
  • Wear sunglasses that offer 100 UV protection
  • Have regular eye exams
What are the symptoms of serious eye problems?

Although certain eye diseases show specific symptoms, the signs vary according to the condition. Keep in mind that some eye diseases, such as glaucoma, often don’t show early symptoms—which is why it's important to get regular eye exams.

If you experience any of the following, contact Memorial Eye Center - Heights Blvd immediately.

  • Blurry or double vision
  • Eye inflammation or eye pain
  • Eye Floaters
  • Eye swelling
  • Blind spots

If you experience any symptoms or have a family history of eye diseases, make sure to schedule a consultation and eye exam at Memorial Eye Center - Heights Blvd in Northside today.


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