The Eye Center has been a leading innovator in the treatment of eye diseases and cataract surgery for over twenty-five years. Dr. Goltschman, along with Dr. Marvin Koenig, opened the first freestanding outpatient surgery center in the St. Louis area designed specifically for the treatment of eye conditions. The Eye Center is often the first private ophthalmology practice in the area to implement the latest technology, such as the Marco Epic 2100 Refracting System with Wavefront to enhance patient exams; the SLT laser to reduce patient dependence on costly glaucoma drops; and the Amadeus II, the first computer driven microkeratome.
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Eye Examinations
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The Eye Center offers complete eye examinations for the entire family. Routine eye exams can range from thorough evaluations for individuals with contact lenses, glasses or minor problems, to emergency treatment for sudden onset problems, to the lengthy work-up, diagnosis and management of complex sight threatening diseases.
Blepharitis
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Blepharitis is a common inflammatory condition which affects the eyelids. It usually causes burning, itching, and irritation of the lids. In severe cases, it may also cause styes, irritation, and inflammation of the cornea (keratitis) or conjunctiva (conjunctivitis). Some patients have no symptoms at all.
Dry Eye Syndrome
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Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common conditions treated by eye physicians. Over ten million Americans suffer from dry eyes. Dry eye syndrome is usually caused by a problem with the quality of the tear film that lubricates the ocular surface. Tears are comprised of three layers. The mucus layer coats the cornea, the eye's clear outer window, forming a foundation for the tear film to adhere. The middle aqueous layer provides moisture and supplies oxygen and other important nutrients to the cornea.
Flashes and Floaters
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The space between the crystalline lens and the retina is filled with a clear, gel-like substance called vitreous. As we get older, the vitreous thins and may separate from the back of the eye. This is called a posterior vitreous detachment (PVD). When the vitreous pulls free from the retina, light flashes or floaters often accompany it.
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