Fish Oil Triglycerides vs. Ethyl Esters Omega-3s from fish oil, eicosapantaonic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) come to consumers in one of two forms: triglycerides or ethyl esters. One of the most controversial and debated quality issues surrounding fish oil is which form of fish oil is best – Triglyceride (TG) or Ethyl Ester… Read More
Dry eye can result in discomfort or visual changes. Common symptoms can include stinging, burning, a gritty feeling, redness, or mucous in the eye. Some people experience excessive watering as the eye tries to compensate. Other people notice visual fatigue or blurring, or other changes to visual acuity. Advanced dry eye can lead to susceptibility… Read More
Eye Health Tips for High School and College Students Students face special challenges to the eyes when they are under academic performance pressure. Lack of sleep, prolonged computer use and long hours studying make for tired eyes that are dry, scratchy and achy. Prolonged computer use contributes to eye fatigue because you blink less frequently…. Read More
Short Hills Ophthalmology has been growing our practice over the past few months. We have proudly welcomed Dr. Antonelli and Dr. Ryan-Brophy to our staff. Dr. Antonelli is available on Monday afternoons and evenings in the Short Hills office. Dr. Ryan-Brophy is available in Short Hills on Tuesdays and alternate Thursdays, and in Clifton on… Read More
…But an eye exam first! As the days start getting shorter and the kids come home from camp, thoughts turn from the playground to the classroom. In addition to shopping for school supplies, and bugging their kids to complete their summer reading, parents should make sure that their child’s visual needs are attended to with… Read More
In my 20 years as an ophthalmologist, nothing has given me more gratification than the ability to remove a cataract and restore someone’s vision. A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens that occurs with advancing age. Trauma, certain medications, and diseases can also cause cataracts, but like wrinkles, anyone who lives long enough… Read More
I just returned from the annual meeting of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) in New Orleans. It was a whirlwind 3 days of lectures, presentations and demonstrations of the latest and greatest techniques and technologies in ophthalmology. It reminds me of why I became an ophthalmic surgeon more than 20 years… Read More
It’s been an exciting couple of months at Short Hills Ophthalmology. We have considered, researched, and prepared our new Credit Card on File (CCOF) Policy for over a year, and finally, we brought it to our patients on September 1st. We are pleased to report that our staff and patients have exceeded our expectations… Read More
Short Hills Ophthalmology is proud to offer financing plans through Care Credit! Eye care financing Your eyes have what it takes to live your best life in full technicolor detail, whether it’s reading a book, sightseeing in foreign lands or making sure you are in optimum health. Your CareCredit healthcare credit card can help you protect… Read More
