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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
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How do you heal a broken blood vessel in your eye fast?
If the broken blood vessel is conjunctival it heals without any treatment. It usually resolves in a week or two. If the broken blood vessel is in the interior of the eye it is READ MORE
If the broken blood vessel is conjunctival it heals without any treatment. It usually resolves in a week or two. If the broken blood vessel is in the interior of the eye it is more serious and may require treatment such as bed rest, laser or injections of medicine into the eye.
How long does it take for a blood clot in the eye to go away?
It depends on where in the eye the blood is located. A conjunctival hemorrhage may take a week or two while a vitreous hemorrhage may take many months.
What is the treatment of fungal eye infection?
The doctor who made the diagnosis should treat the infection. A fungal infection in the interior of the eye often destroys the vision.
When is the ideal time to get laser eye surgery?
The laser is often an adjunct to cataract surgery when the expected benefits exceed the risk. It is also used as preventive treatment for narrow angles and for both angle closure READ MORE
The laser is often an adjunct to cataract surgery when the expected benefits exceed the risk. It is also used as preventive treatment for narrow angles and for both angle closure and open angle glaucoma. Furthermore the laser may be used to reduce ametropia and reduce or eliminate the need for corrective lenses.
What is strabismus surgery?
Strabismus surgery involves moving the muscles that are responsible for the movement of the eyes. They may be effectively weakened by moving their insertions back or strengthened READ MORE
Strabismus surgery involves moving the muscles that are responsible for the movement of the eyes. They may be effectively weakened by moving their insertions back or strengthened by resecting a portion of the muscle. This is done to realign the eyes.
Why do my eyes feel weird after taking my glasses off?
The odd feeling you have after removing your glasses may be from transitioning from the distortion you get from your glasses (to which you have become accustomed) to the undistorted READ MORE
The odd feeling you have after removing your glasses may be from transitioning from the distortion you get from your glasses (to which you have become accustomed) to the undistorted vision (although blurry) that you have become unadjusted to. Good question.
Can lack of sleep cause blurred vision?
Lack of sleep is unlikely to be a cause of blurred vision.
Can contacts treat blurred vision?
If the blurred vision is because the eyes are out of focus (near sighted, far sighted, astigmatic or presbyopia) contact lenses usually reduce or eliminate the blur.
What causes yellow discharge from eyes?
A yellow discharge generally suggests conjunctivitis, an eye infection. It probably be treated by your doctor.
What happens if you wait too long for cataract surgery?
Waiting too long means that one is suffering from vision loss unnecessarily and that the surgery may be a bit more difficult for the surgeon.
What is the best antibiotic for an eye infection?
The best antibiotic for an eye infection depends on what the offending germ is and what part of the eye is involved. For example, conjunctivitis may be viral, bacterial, fungal, READ MORE
The best antibiotic for an eye infection depends on what the offending germ is and what part of the eye is involved. For example, conjunctivitis may be viral, bacterial, fungal, sterile or mixed. An allergic conjunctivitis might be treated with an antihistamine or steroid while some bacterial infections respond to a fluoroquinolone while others resolve on gentamicin. It is impossible to generalize.
Will I need reading glasses after cataract surgery?
Whether you will need glasses to read depends on the kind of implant that is used in surgery and how accurate the calculations are that were used to choose the strength of the READ MORE
Whether you will need glasses to read depends on the kind of implant that is used in surgery and how accurate the calculations are that were used to choose the strength of the implanted lens.
What is the age limit for eye laser surgery?
There is no absolute limit to laser surgery although the benefits may be mitigated by possible need for reading glasses and postoperative dryness.
How can I improve my vision without surgery?
Vision is improved by using the correct lenses in the form of spectacles or contact lenses. If there is an eye disease then there may be specific medical treatments that ameliorate READ MORE
Vision is improved by using the correct lenses in the form of spectacles or contact lenses. If there is an eye disease then there may be specific medical treatments that ameliorate the condition.
Can I use my phone after laser eye surgery?
You can use your phone as before but might have mild trouble seeing at near range without corrective lenses if you have a mild degree of farsightedness after lasik
What is the best eye laser treatment?
The best laser treatment depends on what tissue you are treating, for what reason and for what preexisting parameters prevail. The answer to the question is multifaceted and must READ MORE
The best laser treatment depends on what tissue you are treating, for what reason and for what preexisting parameters prevail. The answer to the question is multifaceted and must be individualized. Furthermore, you want your surgeon to employ the modality he feels most comfortable using. The laser is simply a surgical tool. I dont think anyone asks a surgeon what kind of blade is best for removing his or her appendix. Ask your surgeon your questions. He can best answer them for you.
What pill do they give you before Lasik?
Usually no pills are necessary.
How long do I have to wear sunglasses after Lasik?
Its always a good idea to wear sunglasses in the sun to protect your eyes from the ultraviolet rays of the sun.
Can you get an eye infection from wearing someone else's contacts?
Eye infections can be transmitted through contact lenses or by sharing eye drops.
How do you remove a contact lens that won't come out?
Have your eye professional remove the lens.
