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Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Victor Villegas is an ophthalmologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Villegas specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Villegas can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Villegas can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
16 years
Experience
Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
- San Juan, PR
- University of Puerto Rico
- Accepting new patients
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Lenses or glasses?
You can wear contact lenses if you are careful with hygiene. The use of contact lenses can increase the risk of eye infection.
Do eye drops help with eye infection?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Dizziness and blurring vision?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Can you ride a car after retinal surgery?
Yes. If you have a gas bubble it is contraindicated to travel by airplane.
Should I wear myopia glasses?
Myopia is corrected with glasses, contact lenses and/or surgery.
Can you fix myopia?
Myopia is corrected with glasses, contact lenses and/or surgery.
Does myopia get worse without glasses?
Myopia is corrected with glasses, contact lenses and/or surgery.
How long should I use steroid eye drops after LASIK?
Your surgeon will give you instructions on how to use your drops and when to discontinue them.
Double vision and other symptoms?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine the cause of your symptoms.
When can I stop using eye drops after LASIK?
Your surgeon will give you instructions on how to use your drops and when to discontinue them.
Why do I have eye floaters?
Our eye is filled with a gel-like structure called the vitreous. As we age, the vitreous starts to thicken forming clumps or strands. These strands are what you see as floaters. READ MORE
Our eye is filled with a gel-like structure called the vitreous. As we age, the vitreous starts to thicken forming clumps or strands. These strands are what you see as floaters. If you experience a sudden increase in the amount of floaters or constant flashes, you should go to your nearest ophthalmologist to rule out retinal tears or detachment.
What causes difficulty seeing at night?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Can myopia in children be corrected?
Myopia can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses and/or surgery.
Are eye floaters a problem of the eye or a neurological problem?
Our eye is filled with a gel-like structure called the vitreous. As we age, the vitreous starts to thicken forming clumps or strands. These strands are what you see as floaters. READ MORE
Our eye is filled with a gel-like structure called the vitreous. As we age, the vitreous starts to thicken forming clumps or strands. These strands are what you see as floaters. This is a normal aging process and there is no treatment to decrease or eliminate them. Floaters should stay stable or fade away over time. If you experience a sudden increase in the amount of floaters or constant flashes, you should go to your nearest ophthalmologist to get a dilated fundus examination to rule out retinal tears or detachment.
What should I do for the dust allergy that irritates my eyes?
You can use over the counter antihistamine and/or lubricating drops.
Stye in my eyes?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine the cause of your symptoms.
Tired and Dry eyes?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine the cause of your symptoms.
Can dehydration cause vision problems?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine the cause of your symptoms.
Is there any cure for myopia?
Myopia is treated with glasses, contact lenses and/or surgery.
Eye problem affecting my daughter?
A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed to determine the cause of your symptoms.
