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You already know that routine eye exams are important in monitoring your eyesight and updating your prescription. However, you might not know that evaluating your eye health is equally important. Many eye diseases and vision problems develop without obvious symptoms, making early diagnosis crucial. At Palm Beach Eye Center, we focus on both optimal vision… Read More

At Palm Beach Eye Center, our passion is preserving eye health. This becomes particularly important for our patients with diabetes because they have an increased risk of eye disease. Our board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist, Dr. George Khouri, expertly leads our team as we help patients manage diabetes and eye diseases. Wondering whether you can avoid… Read More

Eye floaters are one of the issues our patients ask about most often. It’s understandable, as around 70% of people experience them at some point. At Palm Beach Eye Center, our elite board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologist Dr. George Khouri expertly evaluates and treats floaters in our state-of-the-art West Palm Beach office. While floaters are often… Read More

Your family health history can offer valuable insights into your eye health. It can alert you to your potential risk for certain eye conditions. When it comes to eye health, understanding your family’s genetic predispositions and past experiences can safeguard your vision for the future. Dr. George Khouri of Palm Beach Eye Center explains below…. Read More

When it comes to vision, various refractive errors can affect clarity and focus. Astigmatism is one such common condition that differs from other refractive errors. It has unique characteristics and needs different treatment approaches. This post from Dr. George Khouri of Palm Beach Eye Center will briefly discuss this condition and its solution.

Glaucoma is a formidable eye condition that affects millions around the globe. In spite of how many people have the disease, there are still many misconceptions about this condition. Understanding the facts about glaucoma can help in early detection and effective management to prevent vision loss. Here, Dr. George Khouri at Palm Beach Eye Center… Read More

People with low vision experience difficulties performing daily tasks, such as cooking, shopping, reading, and personal care. Just brushing your teeth can be challenging when you have vision loss. February is Low Vision Awareness Month, and Dr. George Khouri at Palm Beach Eye Center wants you to know there are many ways to lead a… Read More

Cataracts happen when proteins in the natural eye lens break apart and clump together, forming a cloudy appearance that grows denser over time. Cataract surgery removes the cataract and replaces the natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) implant. These IOLs can correct one or more refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and even presbyopia…. Read More

Chronic dry eyes cause eye irritation, redness, and other uncomfortable symptoms. The most common cause of dry eye disease is meibomian gland dysfunction. Our board-certified ophthalmologist offers dry eye treatment in West Palm Beach.

Eye injuries happen every day, and some sports can increase your risk of ocular trauma without proper eye protection. September is Sports Eye Safety Awareness Month, and our board-certified ophthalmologist wants you to know that the consequences of an eye injury don’t go away when the tissues heal. Eye trauma can increase the risk of… Read More