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Stem Cell therapy replacing IOLs for cataract surgery

Stem cell therapy is the pathway through which many researchers are exploring new ways to heal the human body of its many ailments. Stem cell treatments are even being developed to address eye problems. There have been multiple studies on stem cell treatment of eye conditions such as Amblyopia (Lazy Eye), Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma…. Read More


May is Healthy Vision Month

1. Get Early Intervention – Jump the gun and stay ahead of the game. Schedule eye exams regularly in order to catch problems early. 2. Know your Provider – Before your eye exam, get to know the person you are trusting with your health. Take advantage of online tools to learn about your Optometrist or… Read More


Can I fly after my eye surgery?

Spring and Summer will be here before we know it and with the lovely weather comes travel and vacation plans. Sometimes life interferes and foils our itinerary. We can never predict when a medical condition might pop up and cause us to rethink travel plans. It is common for us to field questions regarding travel… Read More


The Subliminal Mind over Matter? What the 3rd Eye can potentially do for you!

Oh, the power of positive thinking and personal affirmations. There are subliminal messages all around us. One marketing strategy is to use subliminal messaging to sell products. Some use subliminal messages for a more powerful and inspiring reason… self improvement! If you look online, you can find many websites that advertise the sale of CDs… Read More


Final Frontier – An astronauts eyes in Earth’s Orbit

Outer space is simply amazing. Stuck on Planet Earth we barely know anything about the vastness of space, but over the past 50 years our knowledge has grown a great deal. Thousands of planets have been found in other solar systems in our galaxy thanks to amazing optical telescopes such as the Hubble and others…. Read More


Milwaukee Eye Care Featured On Fox 6 – iStent Technology for Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a common and chronic disease that affects a person’s vision. There are several ways of treating glaucoma, but there’s an innovative new option for patients that reduces eye pressure, the iStent. Milwaukee Eye Care’ surgeon Nicholas Frame, MD was the first in the area trained to do the procedure.


Eye Health of the American Presidents

For months now, every time we turn on the television, radio or computer, we are flooded with political news. During this election season, with presidents on my mind, I decided to research eye conditions our previous presidents have had. Amazingly enough, I was able to find information on presidents way back in the days of… Read More


20-20-20 Rule

I’m sitting at my desk, starting to feel that familiar scratchiness in my eyes, then the stinging and watering. Later my vision goes fuzzy and I want to rub them so hard. I need to get this project done, the deadline is tomorrow! How often does this happen to you? Do you know what to… Read More


Wintry Weather Tips

If the Old Farmers Almanac is true then this winter is going to be a brutal one! Did you know that even in the cold winter months it is vital to keep our eyes protected, especially from the elements of wind and snow? The eyes can become uncomfortably dry and irritated. Following are a few… Read More


Best Of Milwaukee 2016

Best of Milwaukee 2016

Milwaukee, we love you…and we’re glad you love us too! We are incredibly excited to announce that Milwaukee Eye Care is a Shepherd Express Best Of Milwaukee Finalist two years in a row thanks to our amazing patients! Being considered as one of the best in the business is a true honor. Our passion has… Read More