Ophthalmologist and Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon
Dr. Dick is a board certified ophthalmologist and experienced Vitreo-Retinal surgeon. No stranger to Hawaii, Dr. Dick began practicing on Oahu in 1986.
He has recently joined the Eye Center of Hawaii team after 14 years as the senior retina specialist for Kaiser Permanente in San Diego, California.
Dr. Dick completed a fellowship in Retinal Vascular Disease and Vitreo-Retinal Surgery at the prestigious Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland in 1999. Dr. Dick provides special expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of many sight-threatening eye diseases with particular emphasis on Diabetic Retinopathy and Age-Related Macular Degeneration.
Dr. Dick is grateful for the opportunity to return to Hawaii and looks forward to making a contribution in helping to preserve the eyesight of his new patients on the Big Island
Our eyes have natural blind spots where the optic nerve connects to the retina, but you probably never notice them. That’s because your brain fills in the missing information, stitching together glimpses from your eyes into a complete picture! #FunFactFriday ... See MoreSee Less
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As we get older, it’s common for the eye’s natural lens to become cloudy. Cataracts can slowly make colors seem duller and everyday activities like reading or driving more difficult. The good news is that today’s cataract surgery can restore clearer vision and help you get back to the things you enjoy most. Schedule an exam to learn about your options. 👁️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Macular degeneration affects the part of your vision you rely on most for everyday tasks. It can make your vision blurry, dim, or distorted. If something in your central vision doesn’t seem quite right, it’s worth getting it checked.
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We are proud to welcome Dr. Elwishahi to our Waipahu office. Dr. Elwishahi is committed to improving the vision, health, and quality of life of Hawaiʻi’s communities through comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based eye care that is personalized to meet the unique needs of each patient. Call us today to schedule your exam! ... See MoreSee Less
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You blink about 14,000–19,000 times a day, spreading tears that protect, nourish, and keep your eyes comfortable. Blinking is one of your eyes’ most important defense systems.
But did you know, you may not be blinking right? You may not be fully closing your eyes, or blinking enough? It can be one of the causes of dry eye and one of the MANY things we check for in our comprehensive screening. It’s one of the reasons our dry eye team has so many happy and relieved patients!
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Cataract surgery has come a long way.
Laser-assisted cataract surgery allows for greater precision, customization, and the ability to correct astigmatism — helping patients achieve clearer, more predictable results.
Advanced technology. Personalized vision.
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