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Deciphering the 3 common cataract symptoms

Herzig Eye Institute in Cataract Surgery on July 26, 2016

Cataract surgery is usually recommended when people feel their quality of life is affected and their ability to perform normal activities (driving, reading or engaging in sports) is compromised. When… Read More


Faq: does lasik eye surgery hurt?

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

You’re thinking about leaving your old eyeglasses behind for sharper, clearer vision, but you’re worried that LASIK eye surgery might hurt. Have no fear. Rest assured that Laser Vision Correction… Read More


Improved eyesight: lasik for reading

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

If you’re having difficulty reading labels, menus, newspapers, computer screens, and other objects up close, you’re not alone. “Presbyopia, or the loss of reading vision, affects everyone over 40,” says… Read More


Examining the advantages of refractive lens exchange

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

Most people when they’re considering surgical treatment to eliminate their dependence on glasses only consider laser vision correction(LVC), either SMILE, LASIK, or PRK. However, with patients over 45 and sometimes… Read More


Understanding vision care: how long does lasik last?

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

If you’ve been thinking of trading in your glasses for years, or maybe even decades, you might be wondering, “How long does LASIK last?” Can one surgical procedure really be… Read More


The basics of vision correction: what you need to know

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

Since their invention in the late 13th century, eyeglasses have been the primary solution for vision correction. In the early 20th century, hard contact lenses were invented, giving people 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


5 benefits of refractive cataract surgery in a private clinic

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

As scary as the term “cataracts” sounds, it’s a common condition in the aging process. In fact, all eyes will ultimately develop cataracts if they grow old enough. Fortunately, though,… Read More


Common Questions: What Is The Average Lasik Recovery Time?

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

Perhaps you’ve seriously considered Laser Vision Correction, but were concerned about LASIK recovery time. The good news is your eyes start healing immediately after surgery, and recovery is often rapid…. Read More


How To Improve Eyesight With Laser Eye Surgery

Herzig Eye Institute in Refractive Surgery on July 26, 2016

As the body ages, the natural lens of the eye loses part of its elasticity, and presbyopia (loss of reading vision) begins to develop. Until recently, the only solutions to… Read More


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