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Dr . Thomas Findlan
While eye diseases like macular degeneration may make the most headlines , the same old cataracts are still the bane of an aging population . And with more Baby Boomers entering the prime years of cataract development , Pittsburgh Eye Institute is here to ensure that your cataracts are removed safely , quickly and with less inconvenience than ever before .
“ The number of Baby Boomers is accelerating , and that means more cataracts ,” said Pittsburgh Eye Institute ’ s Medical Director Dr . Thomas Findlan , D . O . “ Fortunately , today ’ s cataract removal means about 10 minutes of laser surgery . The best part is you ’ ll be seeing better almost immediately .”
Dr . Findlan , who ’ s certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has completed extensive fellowship training in advanced cataract surgery , explained that recent developments in lens implants like the Panoptix line of corrective implants means that poor vision due to aging , like nearsightedness , can be fixed at the time of cataract removal , eliminating the need for glasses . Panoptix is a trifocal lens that fixes distance , intermediate , and near vision .
“ It ’ s not a total panacea for every patient , but in the majority of cases , we can remove or greatly reduce the need for glasses for patients ,” he said . “ It ’ s a very good option because it corrects vision and lasts for the rest of your life . There ’ s never a need to go in and replace the implant over time .”
Dr . Findlan added that glaucoma , another perennial age-related disease , also is a frequent complaint of patients seeking out Pittsburgh Eye Institute ’ s expertise .
“ We see a lot of age-related glaucoma . It ’ s very common ,” he said . “ And , in addition to laser surgeries for glaucoma and cataracts , we perform eyelid lifts as add-on procedures for our patients . We also have on-site optometrists who can provide prescriptions for glasses and contacts . As you get older , it ’ s important to get an eye exam routinely . This will help detect vision changes or any changes like development of macular degeneration , which is seen more often as we age .”
Based in the same freestanding building that it ’ s been in for the last five years , Pittsburgh Eye Institute offers patients a convenient and comfortable location with plenty of free parking . Pittsburgh Eye Institute accepts most major insurances , including UPMC and Blue Cross / Blue Shield plans , and prides itself on minimal wait times for patients . For more information on Pittsburgh Eye Institute , including details on all the services provided , go to the website at pitteye2020 . com . You can also call directly at 412.382.7155 to make your appointment today . Pittsburgh Eye Institute is located at 1675 Route 51 , Jefferson Hills , 15025 , with satellite locations in White Oak and Uniontown . The practice has been providing care for patients since 1970 .
1675 Route 51 t Jefferson Hills , PA 15025 t 412.382.7155 t www . pitteye2020 . com
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