Performing corrective laser vision eye surgery to give patients a life without glasses is only possible when they first have healthy eyes to begin with. It’s easy for a practice like ours to say this, but eye health is essential to overall wellness. Even if you wear glasses or contacts and don’t want procedures like LASIK, KAMRA inlay, or… Read More

Maryland’s premier laser surgery practice is now a part of Maryland’s leading eye care provider. Two practices with great legacies are uniting. Kameen Eye Associates has joined Katzen Eye Group effective August 1, 2016. For 30 years Dr. Kameen has served his patients as a pioneer in eye surgery. Katzen Eye Group has been part… Read More

Glaucoma is a sneaky problem. Not only is it one of the leading causes of blindness, it doesn’t yet have a cure and it sometimes sneaks up on individuals without presenting any symptoms. Its long-term effects can be catastrophic. What makes blindness caused by glaucoma even more difficult to stomach is the knowledge that its effects… Read More

Presbyopia is an age-related disease that causes problems with near vision and is the result of poor elasticity in the eye. Those who are in middle or old age suffer from presbyopia. It is an age-related disease and one of the many discomforts of aging. Even those who have never dealt with vision problems in… Read More

Summer is right around the corner. As the weather gets warmer you may be considering acting on those dreams of travel you’ve kept tucked away. Whether you’re planning to hop from one Greek island to another or backpack through southeast Asia, any extended travel plans will require a lot of preparation. If you wear glasses… Read More

Laser technology has significantly improved how ophthalmologists operate on eyes. Surgically treating glaucoma or cataracts has become much more accurate with lasers. The technology plays a central role in LASIK surgery, the procedure they’ve become most famous for in the ocular world. Our locations throughout Maryland provide state-of-the-art laser technology for patients considering LASIK or… Read More

During the sunny summer months we make sure to apply sunscreen and sport our shades on a regular basis, but Dr. Francisco Burgos of Katzen Eye Group says that we should be wearing those same sunglasses in the winter time too. Dr. Burgos, who acts as Katzen Eye Group’s director of refractive surgery services and… Read More

Author: Richard C. Edlow, O.D., Katzen Eye Group Technological advances in eye care cover the full gamut from ophthalmic lenses to new treatments for macular degeneration. The following is intended to provide a brief update on what is new and what may be of value in maximizing your vision and eye health. With over 300… Read More

Since January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, the doctors at Katzen Eye Group wanted to remind you about the importance of routine eye exams due to diseases like glaucoma. Most Americans do a great job getting routine dental exams scheduled or even seeing their family doctors for a routine physical. Tell us the truth, when was… Read More

This is probably one of the most common questions I receive. First it is helpful to understand how vision develops: Newborn to 6 months: infants should start tracking objects, responding to visual stimuli, and making eye contact during this time. Occasional misalignment (crossing or wandering) may be normal during this time, but should not be… Read More