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What is Integrative Ophthalmology?
Conventional medicine refers to traditional Western medicine. In this approach, diseases are compartmentalized.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Aug 21, 20215 min read
What Is The Difference Between Dry and Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
“Dry” Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Dry AMD is experienced by approximately 90% of people who have AMD. Dry AMD is a condition...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 16, 20212 min read
What Is Macular Degeneration?
More than 10 million Americans are affected by macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss. This incurable eye disease is...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 16, 20213 min read
What Exactly Is Macular Degeneration? And What Does It Look Like In The Eye?
Macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness in the world. It has two forms- dry and wet. Dry macular degeneration occurs when...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 13, 20211 min read
Age-Related Macular Degeneration – How Is It Diagnosed?
Age-related macular degeneration can be diagnosed during an eye exam. Your ophthalmologist may have you look at an Amsler grid. This 20x...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 13, 20212 min read
Sleep Better At Night with Gadgets
Night time use of devices, such as smartphones, tablets, or other gadgets have detrimental effects on our sleep and our health.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Oct 13, 20203 min read
Why The Whites Of Your Eyes May Be Discolored
The white part of the eye that serves as a protective layer is called the sclera, which covers over 80% of the eyeball’s surface.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Oct 13, 20203 min read
20/20 Vision – What Does It Mean?
20/20 vision means normal vision. If you have 20/20 vision, you can see what an average person sees on an eye chart at 20 feet away.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Oct 11, 20201 min read
Eye Allergies – 6 Effective Treatments
Eye allergies or allergic conjunctivitis happen when your eyes have a reaction to something that irritates them (an allergen). The eyes...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Aug 26, 20202 min read
Cataract Prevention with Vision Superfoods
Cataracts are a natural part of aging. They develop when the lens inside our eye becomes cloudy.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jul 30, 20182 min read
Can Omega-3s Help With Dry Eye?
Dry eye is perhaps the most common condition affecting vision. It can develop across all age groups from children to adults.
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jul 29, 20182 min read
Dry Eye- Find Out The Real Problem with LipiScan®
There are two forms of Dry Eye disease. Are you treating the right one?
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 2, 20182 min read
Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder- Eye Make-Up Tips
The eyes are a focus of beauty and expression. Whether you use mascara, eyeliner, eyeshadow, or eyelash extensions to enhance your eyes,...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Nov 19, 20172 min read
Not a Dry Eye in the House – Tips for Prevention of Dry Eye
Do your eyes ever feel sandy or gritty? Does your vision get intermittently blurry? Do your eyes water frequently? If you answered a...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Sep 1, 20173 min read
Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, Optician – What’s the Difference?
We all depend on our vision in more ways than we may realize. Without healthy vision, our ability to work, play, drive or even recognize...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Sep 1, 20173 min read
The Eyes are the Windows to your Health- The Importance of Seeing an Ophthalmologist
Let me tell you a story about a patient of mine, Greg. I first met Greg when he came in to see me as an emergency one evening. He was...
Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Sep 1, 20172 min read
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