When Can a Child Wear Contact Lenses?
The new school year is underway, you are busier than ever, and your child is asking you, “am I old enough to get contact lenses?” Wearing contact lenses has become a much more popular option for many children and teens. When it comes to the “right age” for children and contacts, there really isn’t one,… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on September 12, 2022
Uncommon Signs Your Child May Need an Eye Exam
With the end of summer right around the corner, back to school lists start to pile up with everything from school supplies, new clothes, and shoes, to doctor appointments and haircuts. But does your list include an eye exam? The Ophthalmologists and Optometrists at Northwest Eye believe it should. In honor of August being Children’s… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on August 10, 2022
Northwest Eye Providers Named ‘Top Doctors’ 2022
Congratulations to Dr. John Berestka and Dr. W. Keith Engel for being named ‘Top Doctors’ by Mpls. St. Paul Magazine! We are extremely proud that Northwest Eye providers have earned the confidence and high regard of their patients and peers. To see a full list of the winners, visit Mpls. St. Paul’s official list of… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on August 2, 2022
How is the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) different from other Intraocular Lens (IOL) options?
A cataract occurs when the natural lens in your eye becomes cloudy and hard, darkening and blurring your vision and making it difficult to see. Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision impairment and are a natural part of the aging process. The only treatment for cataracts is to remove the cloudy natural… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in Cataract Surgery, News on July 12, 2022
All About Dr. Ijeoma Chinwuba!
Dr. Chinwuba is a fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in Comprehensive Eye Care and Cataract Surgery. Dr. Chinwuba is accepting new patients at our Wayzata, Maple Grove, and Golden Valley offices. Whether you are seeking treatment for cataracts or general ophthalmology services, Dr. Chinwuba is proud to partner with you and your entire family on your vision goals. Check… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on July 12, 2022
Can you get cataracts after cataract surgery?
June is Cataract Awareness Month! Did you know that cataracts most often occur as a natural result of aging? By age 80, 50% of people have some level of cataract development. To effectively answer whether a patient can develop cataracts again after cataract removal surgery, we must first understand what cataracts are, how they develop… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on June 8, 2022
7 Questions to Ask During Your Child’s Eye Exam
A children’s eye exam is an expert assessment of your child’s eye health and vision performed by a pediatric optometrist (OD) or pediatric ophthalmologist (MD). Eye exams for children are very important to ensure your child’s eyes are healthy and have no vision problems that could interfere with school performance and potentially affect your child’s… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on May 10, 2022
Check Out Some Pictures from our April Trunk Shows!
Our Wayzata, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, and St. Anthony optical locations hosted frame reps from Prodesign, WOOW, Lucky Brand, Fila, Yalea, and Lafont brands throughout the month of April for our Spring trunk shows. The trunk shows were a huge hit, giving patients and team members the opportunity to shop the latest spring styles before… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on May 10, 2022
Cataract Surgery May Reduce Your Dementia Risk
In a recent article published in the New York Times, new research shows that older adults who had cataract removal to restore their vision had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Surgery to remove cataracts, an eye condition that causes the lens of your eye to become cloudy and obstruct… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in Cataract Surgery, News on March 14, 2022
Can Too Much Screen Time Impact Children’s Health and Vision?
Children spend more time than ever staring at digital screens—on computers, tablets, TVs, smartphones, and other devices. All that screen time can take a toll on children’s wellbeing, including the health and development of their eyes. Research published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, shows that children begin zooming in on digital media devices, such… Read More
Posted by: Northwest Eye in News on March 14, 2022
