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Why should I get my annual eye exam?

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on May 27, 2022

By: Milad Modabber, MD, MSc, FRCSC, DABO and Sue Che, OD Like going to the dentist, it’s important to maintain an annual visit to your optometrist. Even though in most… Read More


Treatment Options for People with Contact Lens Intolerance

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on March 7, 2022

By: Milad Modabber, MD, MSc, FRCSC, DABO What is Contact Lens Intolerance? Sometimes, as a contact lens wearer, you may not notice the gradual onset of contact lens intolerance (CLI)…. Read More


Creepy Crawly Eyelid Critters

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on October 30, 2018

Helen Brandenborg, OD Did you know that our bodies are covered in microorganisms? It’s true! A ‘normal’ bacterial flora is healthy for our bodies but when certain types of bacteria… Read More


Allergies causing red, itchy, watery, burning eyes? Ways to treat eye allergy symptoms during the summer.

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on August 13, 2018

Helen Brandenborg, OD We’re now in the depths of summer! And along with beautiful weather, comes the blooming of flowers and trees sending pollen flying through the air, wreaking havoc… Read More


The hype about Omega 3’s

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on October 2, 2017

What are Omega 3’s? Our diet consists of different types of fats and oils. Many foods naturally contain fats that are essential in our diet, meaning we can only obtain… Read More


New Vision- A Whole New Perspective Of Life

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on June 26, 2017

The wonder of a life changed… to see the world with different eyes… the mind-altering experience beyond comprehension… to anyone who has never experience this phenomenon to see… from dusty… Read More


Eat For Your Eyes

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on March 23, 2017

We often tailor our diet to achieve a variety of health benefits – forgetting that the foods we eat can benefit our vision. Dr. Helen Brandenborg was featured in the… Read More


Meet Dr. Sheldon Herzig

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on July 26, 2016

Dr. Sheldon Herzig, is one of the world’s most respected and experienced laser eye surgeons, having pioneered the development and application of leading-edge technologies in advanced cataract and refractive surgery;… Read More


Our Message To You: Your Eyes Are Priceless

Herzig Eye Institute in General Eye Health on July 26, 2016

It’s DECEMBER. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, as the song says. It’s the time we focus on what matters most in our lives; the people and experiences… Read More


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