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Dr. Conrad Giles, MD

Ophthalmologist

<p>Dr. Conrad Giles is an ophthalmologist practicing in Southfield and Detroit MI. Dr. Giles specializes in eye and vision care of children and adults with eye muscle problems &nbsp;As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Giles 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. Giles 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.</p>
68 years Experience
Dr. Conrad Giles, MD
  • Southfield, MI
  • Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
  • Accepting new patients

What is blurry vision a sign of?

So many possibilities. See your ophthalmologist for an appropriate assessment.

Why is my vision blurry with cataracts?

The lens which is located behind the iris is clear through much of life. When opacities develop with aging the image transmitted to the retina behind the lens becomes clouded.

Why are my eyes not focusing properly?

Multiple possibilities. No single answer but a single bit of advice is appropriate. Consult with an ophthalmologist as soon as possible.

Why is LASIK performed awake?

Because it’s safe and easily acceptable

Can chlorine permanently damage eyes?

In the concentration in pools certainly not. In its more concentrated forms certainly

A drop of raw chicken juice in my eye?

Probably unrelated but seek consultation with ophthalmologist

Blurry vision?

Sounds like you need glasses. See an ophthalmologist.

Eye irritation?

Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist and have a thorough medical eye exam. The optometrist is not the best professional resource for your problem and your mother's medical READ MORE
Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist and have a thorough medical eye exam. The optometrist is not the best professional resource for your problem and your mother's medical insurance probably covers the cost of your visit as you are a student living at home with her.

My eyelid looks infected?

Need antibiotic drops and warm tap water compresses 5 minutes 3 times daily

How long can a cataract be left untreated?

Can be followed for decades unless it becomes mature and there no rush for its removal unless the decreased vision is affecting the quality of a patient’s life.

What to do about a twitching eyelid?

Relax. If unassociated with other signs or symptoms it is rarely a sign of trouble. Commonly occurs at times of stress or fatigue

Where do eye strain headaches hurt?

Brow, orbital areas primarily

How bad do your eyes have to be to get Lasik?

Anything over 1 diopter where glasses are required for much of the time is a reasonable starting point though usually double that level is adequate to start a conversation with READ MORE
Anything over 1 diopter where glasses are required for much of the time is a reasonable starting point though usually double that level is adequate to start a conversation with your ophthalmologist regarding LASIK

Tired and Dry eyes?

Consult with a strabismus expert to check out your muscle balance