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Perhaps you’ve recently learned you have cataracts and have scheduled a cataract surgery. Now you want to know what to expect after the surgery. The good news is that it’s an outpatient surgery, so you’ll be back home the same day since the procedure itself usually only takes about an hour. Cataract Removal and IOLs… Read More

When LASIK first arrived on the scene, 30 years and 30 million procedures ago, doctors were understandably skeptical. It seemed too good to be true. The idea of being able to correct a person’s vision permanently was as crazy to think about as making someone taller or extending their life span to 150. It just… Read More

Getting older is one of the inevitable things humans have to contend to whether we like it or not. It’s natural as we are biological beings, thus we grow as time goes on, and nobody has control over it. However, there are healthy tips eye care specialists usually advices people to follow passionately. They are… Read More

Did you know you can use your Flex spending dollars on LASIK? You can also use pre-tax dollars that you’ve set aside to pay eye exam co-payments or deductibles, and/or purchase approved eyecare products. Flexible Spending Account Covered Items LASIK Prescription eyeglasses, including readers and progressive glasses Sunglasses – prescription and non-prescription glasses if medically… Read More

The use of laser in cataract surgery is increasing every year and gaining popularity so naturally people want to know more about it.I have noticed that when people speak of laser eye surgery they always think it means Lasik, which is the laser procedure to remove your glasses or contact lens prescription. Now Lasik is… Read More

At least one person a day either comes to the clinic for floaters or asks about it when being check for another reason. This is understandable because floaters and flashing lights are common and very annoying.

The former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens’s vision was deteriorating because of cataracts. While Billick was coaching, he noticed that his vision was declining. That’s when he came to Katzen Eye Group for cataract surgery. He now has restored vision and can enjoy the clarity of healthy eyes. Watch Brian Billick’s featured documentary on the… Read More

For many patients it can be a hard choice whether or not to book an eye exam, but we encourage you to book an appointment if you find any of these to be true.   1. Squinting If you find yourself squinting more than usual 2. Bright Flashes And Floaters If you notice that you… Read More

Fall Sports are Here and Protecting Your Child’s Vision is Important. Approximately 90% of sports-related eye injuries can be prevented with simple precautions, such as using protective eyewear according to the National Eye Institute. At Katzen we have a dedicated Optical Center, Katzen Optical, where you can find the right pair of protective eyewear for… Read More

Winter is Coming! As we enter into the month of November the weather here in Baltimore is starting to drop. This change in season can cause many potential issues with your eyes, including dry eyes. Cold wind and lower temperatures can cause the drying of your eyes. To offset the dryness often times your eyes… Read More