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by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jul 4, 2013 | Blogs
Happy Independence Day from Dr. Holzman and the team in Charlottesville, Virginia, Tyson’s Corner, Virginia and Rockville Maryland. We hope you all have a safe and happy holiday with friends and loved ones!
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jul 2, 2013 | Blogs
What should I expect when I come in for my refractive surgery consultation? When you first arrive we have you fill out a general health and eye health assessment. We start by asking you to complete a brief questionnaire regarding your vision, your interests,...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 30, 2013 | Blogs
PRK or ICL? My corneal thickness is 460. My right eye is -12.00 and my left eye is -11.00. Can I have PRK or should I have the ICL procedure? As with any procedure you must look at the risks and the benefits of each based on your individual measurements. Both are...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 26, 2013 | Blogs
Dr. Holzman Speaks at Retina Group of Washington Lecture Series Dr. Holzman presented a lecture on current topics in refractive surgery care on June 6 at Sea Pearl Restaurant for the Retina Group of Washington. The new iFS IntraLase laser has proven to be all that it...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 24, 2013 | Blogs
Dry Eyes and the Summer! The summer is a time for cookouts, lots of water activity and sun! Many patients plan to have their LASIK or PRK procedure in the spring so that they can enjoy the summer free of glasses and contact lenses. Anyone who has experienced...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 19, 2013 | Blogs
What percentage of Lasik Patients at age 40+ lose their best corrected vision and need their vision corrected Again? The majority of refractive surgeons say about one to three percent of patients will need to have an enhancement or touch up of their laser vision...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 17, 2013 | Blogs
Dr. Andrew Holzman spends much of his time reaching out to other doctors in the area to establish a network of eye care providers who are committed to continual growth in the field of laser vision correction. He does many seminars and continuing education programs...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 15, 2013 | Blogs
A patient’s testimonial is one of the best ways for another potential patient to understand how much laser vision correction can change a life. Some patient’s want to have the procedure to not have to grab their glasses off the nightstand in the middle of the night. ...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 12, 2013 | Blogs
Today I had to go to the dentist to have a filling replaced. This was the closest experience that I have had to compare to what patients must go through during their refractive surgery procedure. I actually had to practice what we preach to our patients. ...
by Andrew E Holzman, MD FACS | Jun 7, 2013 | Blogs
Joe Cassella Foundation’s 4th Annual Joe Cassella 5K This year the Joe Casella foundation raised over $35,000 to offer financial assistance for medical expenses to local families with children affected by a medical condition. Tara Sankner, an 8-year old with...
