Two Gifts

websitebuilder • October 21, 2019

TWO GIFTS

I opened two gifts this morning – they were my eyes.

I can’t take credit for that expression of gratitude, but the sentiment comes to my mind often. As an eye doctor, a mother, and a child of a grandparent and parent with glaucoma, the value of sight is something I’m aware of almost daily. Many of us don’t appreciate our vision or how our eyes feel until something is wrong, but there is much to be said for having regular eye exams before there is a problem. At New Jersey Eye and Ear we are a family of doctors, all dedicated to preserving the sight and well being of the very youngest to the oldest patients. Prescribing a pair of glasses for a child who has had difficulty seeing the board in school, so that they may excel. Providing cataract surgery with new lens implants for patients whose vision has begun to interfere with driving, reading, and enjoying their tv programs. Helping patients with allergies and dry eyes to find relief, and working to break generational patterns of vision loss from conditions like glaucoma and diabetes. This is what drives those of us who focus on eye care.

We depend on our eyes for so much. What does your sight mean to you? Whatever that is, remember to take every opportunity to take care of those two hard working, precious gifts, for yourself and the people you love.

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