Eye Care & Surgery

Our ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in eye and vision care. They offer a full spectrum of common and complex eye care services, from prescribing glasses to performing eye surgery. 

Doctors of optometry or an optometrist is an essential primary eye health care provider. Our optometrists examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the eye. They also play a major role in an individual’s overall health and well-being by detecting systemic diseases, and diagnosing, treating and managing ocular manifestations of those diseases.

Our certified ophthalmic technicians assist our ophthalmologists by testing and measuring visual function, testing visual acuity, applying drops and medications, and performing other tests and duties.

Our certified ophthalmic assistants assist our ophthalmologists and ophthalmic technicians by taking your health history, performing tests and preparing you to see your doctor.

Our diagnostic testers specialize in performing diagnostic testing for a range of vision problems.

If you have diabetes, you are at a higher risk of developing retinal eye conditions. Our specialists will work closely with you to help you manage your retinal condition with regular eye checkups, medication and lifestyle changes. We will coordinate your care with the retinal experts at The University of Vermont Medical Center.

A cataract is a common condition that causes clouding of the lens of your eye, making it harder for you to see. Our specialists treat cataracts using a common and safe outpatient procedure called intraocular lens transplant (IOL) to remove your clouded eye lens and replace it with a clear, artificial lens.

Eye floaters are tiny spots, specks, flecks and “cobwebs” that drift through your field of vision. Although floaters can be annoying, they are very common and are usually not cause for alarm; however, it is a good idea to visit your doctor to make sure they are not an indication of a more serious condition. If floaters appear suddenly or are accompanied by flashes, you should seek treatment immediately, as these can be signs of retinal problems.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness and visual impairment in the United States and affects patients of all ages. When glaucoma is detected early, you can receive treatments such as medication or laser surgery to avoid blindness or serious loss of vision.

Lazy eye is decreased vision in one or both eyes resulting from abnormal vision development in infancy and early childhood. Although lazy eye can often be corrected with eye patches, eye drops, glasses/contact lenses or surgery, it can result in mild to severe vision loss if left untreated.

Macular degeneration, also called AMD, is caused by the deterioration of the retina and can severely impair vision. Although there is no cure, it can be treated with vitamins, laser therapy, medications and vision aids. If you suffer from macular degeneration, we will coordinate your treatment with the retinal experts at The University of Vermont Medical Center.

Some medications can be harmful to your retina, causing retinal toxicity. If you are taking prescriptions with side effects that may harm your retina, our specialists will conduct regular exams to monitor your condition.

Uveitis is a serious form of eye inflammation that affects the middle layer of tissue in the eye wall called the uvea. Symptoms of uveitis include eye redness, pain, sensitivity to bright light and blurred vision. The symptoms can often appear suddenly and quickly get worse. Treatment may include steroids and/or antibiotics.