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Dr. Bruce Lewis Gordon, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Bruce Gordon is an ophthalmologist practicing in White Plains, NY. Dr. Gordon specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Gordon 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. Gordon 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.
57 years Experience
Dr. Bruce Lewis Gordon, M.D.
  • Armonk, NY
  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

How can I get rid of eye discharge?

You need to see your eye care professional for best evaluation and treatment.

What are the negative effects of cataract surgery?

It is unusual to note any significant problems after cataract surgery. Occasionally a patient may need eye glasses afterwards to fine tune the vision but there are mostly very READ MORE
It is unusual to note any significant problems after cataract surgery. Occasionally a patient may need eye glasses afterwards to fine tune the vision but there are mostly very satisfied patients.

Is cataract surgery a difficult surgery?

Cataract surgery requires significant amount of training and experience but with necessary skills is not difficult.

What exercises can I do to improve myopia?

Exercises arent effective in alleviating myopia.

Is cataract surgery serious?

Cataract surgery is a major intrusion into the eye which usually goes well and improves vision but may have negative consequences including loss of vision, discomfort and further READ MORE
Cataract surgery is a major intrusion into the eye which usually goes well and improves vision but may have negative consequences including loss of vision, discomfort and further surgery. It is jokingly said that surgery is minor when it is on someone else but major when it is on you.

Does wearing reading glasses weaken your eyes?

Wearing the appropriate spectacles for reading merely focuses incoming light. They neither weaken nor strengthen the eyes.

What type of glasses is best for computer use?

Single vision lenses that focus light emanating from the computer distance are best.

How long does it take to recover from LASIK eye surgery?

The recovery is a continuous process. Most patients see well and feel fairly comfortable in a few days bu the eyes arent fully healed.

How do you know what strength reading glasses to get?

Although the strength of reading glasses varies with age and refractive state of the eyes it is still best to try the proposed Rx in a doctor office.

How long is vision blurry after laser eye surgery?

Depending on the type of procedure the time will vary.

Can presbyopia lead to blindness?

Presbyopia refers to the difficulty that one usually encounters in ones fourties seeing clearly at the usual reading distance when wearing distance corrective lenses. This often READ MORE
Presbyopia refers to the difficulty that one usually encounters in ones fourties seeing clearly at the usual reading distance when wearing distance corrective lenses. This often requires multifocal lenses or reading glasses. It is a normal part of the aging process and does not lead to blindness.

Can you wear regular contacts if you have astigmatism?

There are contacts that usually function well in people who have astigmatism.

Is eye cataract surgery painful?

The vast majority of patients report that their cataract surgery was not at all painful

What can you give a child for an eye infection?

The child needs to be examined to determine this.

How do you fix red eyes after LASIK?

In the early post operative period red eyes after lasik are treated with topical steroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

What should I do after glaucoma surgery?

Follow your doctors advice. It will depend on the condition of your eyes.

How do you fix dry eyes after swimming?

The eyes may feel dry after swimming as a result of chemical irritation by chlorine or other chemicals in the water or may feel dry from the loss of some component (oil or mucin) READ MORE
The eyes may feel dry after swimming as a result of chemical irritation by chlorine or other chemicals in the water or may feel dry from the loss of some component (oil or mucin) which our normal tears have. The solution might be goggles or mask when swimming.

Do you feel anything during cataract surgery?

Most patients report little to no discomfort in cataract surgery.

Are blue light glasses safe?

Blue blocking lenses are safe.

Should I wear contact lenses all the time for myopia?

Contact lenses for myopia are usually used for esthetic purposes. It is probably best to limit wearing time and allow the corneas to breathe.