Dr. Michael D. Bennett, founder and president of Retina Institute of Hawaii, recently served on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Ophthalmic Devices Advisory Panel. Appointed in 2012, Dr. Bennett was part of a 23-member panel that has expertise in retinal disease, low vision, electrophysiology and other specialties. Panel members included doctors from Washington, D.C., Houston, TX, Saint Louis, MO, Chicago, IL and Brooklyn, N.Y. Panel deliberations provide the FDA with expert knowledge and experience on new issues, devices or unanticipated safety and effectiveness questions. The FDA welcomes and values open debates raising new ideas and perspectives. Dr. Bennett’s knowledge and capabilities added to the medical devices panel in reviewing and approving the newest system treatment.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology celebrates Healthy Aging Month to help people understand the signs of vision loss and how to take care of their eyes as they age. Here are some tips for maintaining good eye health:
🏋🏻Exercise
🩸Maintain normal blood pressure
🥦 Eat a diet rich in green, leafy vegetables and fish
🩺 Control diabetes
🕶️ Wear sunglasses and a brimmed hat when outside in the sun
And as always, come in for your annual eye exam to Eye Center of Hawaii! 🌺 ... See MoreSee Less
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Ho'onanea. Enjoy your Labor Day. #eyecenterofhawaii #laborday ... See MoreSee Less
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The retina is crucial for capturing light and sending visual signals to your brain. Regular eye exams can help detect retina issues early, such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. At Eye Center of Hawaii, our experts are dedicated to preserving your vision with advanced diagnostic and treatment options. Call us today to schedule an exam at any of our locations across the islands. #RetinaCare ... See MoreSee Less
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DID YOU KNOW? Your eyes can get sunburned. Sunburn of the skin is well known (and felt) but many overlook how the sun can also hurt your eyes. The condition is called photokeratitis and can cause pain, redness, blurriness, tearing, swelling and sensitivity to light. Just like how your skin can peel after sunburn, photokeratitis can lead to the corneal epithelium “sloughing off”. Effects can be felt long after exposure, so always wear good sunglasses when in the sun. Give our Kona or Lihue optical offices a visit if you need a new pair! #Kona #Lihue #eyesafety #WednesdayWellness ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s Contact Lens Health Week. Failure to wear, clean, and store your lenses properly increases the chance of getting germs in your eyes and causing complications. Contact lens–related eye infections can lead to long-lasting damage but often are preventable. Even minor infections can be painful and disrupt day-to-day life. Your contact lens wear and care habits, supplies, and eye doctor are all essential to keeping your eyes healthy. #ContactLensHealthWeek #EyeHealth #HealthyEyes #ContactLensCare ... See MoreSee Less
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Making your time with us not only efficient but enjoyable is a goal of ours. Thank you, Phillip, for your kind words.
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