Bring a new, unwrapped toy to place in our donation box in the waiting room. We will be taking donations through the second week in December. U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program The mission of the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October,…
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From EyeSmart®: How Corneal Transplants Changed One Woman’s Life
Twenty years after her corneal transplants, 32-year-old college counselor Stephanie Beaver Alder still marvels at how they changed her life. Read more about her personal journey on the American Academy of Ophthalmology patient education website. Written by: Ruth Mugalian Reviewed by: Natasha L Herz MD, Thomas L Steinemann MD, Rebecca J Taylor MD Sep. 30,…
June is Cataract Awareness Month
June is Cataract Awareness Month and according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. As we age, the natural lens inside our eyes becomes opaque and hardens. The more mature the cataract, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove during surgery…
Computer Vision Syndrome
The New York Times: Computer Vision Syndrome Affects Millions By JANE E. BRODY MAY 30, 2016 Follow the 20-20-20 Rule: Every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break and look at something 20 feet away. Read more here.
Lunch and Learn Series: Treatment of Glaucoma
At the Kansas City Eye Clinic we have started a new lunch and learn series in which one doctor presents a current topic to the staff in his/her specialty. Our goal is to educate the staff on eye disease, new technology, and treatments in our evolving eye care world. On this blog, we want to…
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
Glaucoma.org is spreading the word about Glaucoma during Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is called “the sneak thief of sight” since there are no symptoms until permanent vision loss has occurred. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without an affected individual noticing. The only way to prevent this vision loss, is through yearly…
Toys for Tots
Each year the Kansas City Eye Clinic selects a special cause to volunteer their time and efforts during the Holiday season. This year, we discovered that our loyal employee and retired Marine, Bill Burgett works with Toys for Tots. He volunteers yearly to help distribute Toys for Tots donation boxes to many Overland Park businesses….
Dr. Bodker Receives AAO Achievement Award
This year Dr. Fred Bodker was recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) with a 2015 Achievement Award. Dr. Bodker has contributed to the Academy through publications, presentations, and other areas of service throughout his career. We are proud and honored that Dr. Bodker is a partner in the Kansas City Eye Clinic. You…
Doctors and Staff go to Annual Meeting
Each year the American Academy of Ophthalmology holds their annual meeting where all of ophthalmology comes together to learn, teach, and explore the latest surgical techniques, treatments, and technology. In conjunction with the doctor’s meeting, the American Academy of Ophthalmology Executives and the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology hold their meetings at…
KCEC Hosts Annual Grand Rounds
Last Thursday November 7th, the doctors at the Kansas City Eye Clinic hosted their annual Grand Rounds for local optometrists at Hallbrook Country Club. There were 65 optometrists in attendance and each attendee received 2 credits towards continuing education. We hosted a cocktail hour followed by an excellent dinner in part of Hallbrook’s newly renovated…