Our doctors and staff are committed to providing a total patient experience to every individual who steps into a Midwest Eye Consultants practice. The total patient experience guarantees respect for every patient, ensuring that you feel valued and informed on every option pertaining to your vision needs. Our doctors and staff strive to exceed your expectations from the minute you walk through our doors until the time you leave our office.
Our doctors are some of the most respected names in the field of optometry, and move eye health forward, every year. They are published experts, sought-after speakers, and leading researchers. But most of all, they are dedicated to the most important patient: you.
Our Midwest clinics are woven tight into the fabric of our communities. Were your neighbors and friends. Were coaches and parents. We know that improving eye health can be just one of the many ways we make our communities stronger.
Every year, Midwest Eye Consultants team members spend countless hours volunteering for charity fundraisers, food banks, community events and more. Helping others is at the core of who we are, both inside and outside of our practices.
Smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc. It seems were in front of screens all day and were starting even earlier in life. Its not uncommon for a five-year old today to have a personal device. While a convenient source of information and entertainment, theres a downside to such technology.
Digital eye strain and dry eye are 21st century problems associated with blue light exposure. So, whats so bad with blue light anyway? For one, its known to interfere with the bodys circadian rhythm, what you know as your natural wake and sleep cycle. If you look at your phone right before bed you could be sabotaging your sleep.
Lets explore why. During the day, blue light can be a good thing it wakes us up and gets us going. (The sun is actually a source of blue light.) But too much blue light exposure late at night can wreak havoc on our sleep quality because it suppresses the production of certain hormones. Thats why experts recommend you avoid looking at your device up to three hours before bedtime.
Dont worry you wont have to rely on memory alone to break old habits. Many devices have nighttime settings that curb blue light exposure. Dark mode can be your friend in enjoying a more restful nights sleep.
There are other things you can do throughout the day to offset the exposure to blue light. Among them is to take regular breaks using the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, shift gaze to an object at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. You can also use artificial tears to add moisture and address the symptoms of dry eye.
Maybe youre concerned about your childrens exposure to blue light. It all goes back to setting boundaries related to screen time in the interest of their health. Your Midwest Eye Consultants doctor can help you determine an effective approach. Also, set your own limits for screen time and follow them, so you are leading by example.
Last, visit your eye doctor regularly. He or she can address any concerns you might have about your vision and how blue light might impact it. Nothing can substitute for a comprehensive eye exam to evaluate your eye health. As always, if you notice a change in or are concerned about your eyesight, know that we are just a phone call away. Schedule acomprehensive eye examtoday and enjoy peace of mind.
You may also suffer when your eyes do not produce the right type of tears. People tend to make fewer tears as they age. Both men and women can get dry eye, however, it is more common in women, especially those who have gone through menopause. Factors that may contribute to dry eye include:
That focus continues today as the Midwest Eye Consultants doctors lead the way in setting industry standards for the care of patients eyes. They are some of the most respected doctorsin the field of optometry today and are experts in eye health testing, and the diagnosis and co-management of eye disease.
