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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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When can I use a laptop after LASIK?
As soon as you are comfortable, usually a few days.
How many days of rest should I have after LASIK?
Usually only a few days suffice. Ask your surgeon what he suggests.
Can eye pressure be fixed?
Depending on how high the pressure is and whether you have associated damage you may require treatment with eye drops, laser or incisional surgery. Damage from elevated pressure READ MORE
Depending on how high the pressure is and whether you have associated damage you may require treatment with eye drops, laser or incisional surgery. Damage from elevated pressure is essentially irreversible so if the pressure is causing damage or is high enough to likely cause damage it must be treated.
Should I be worried about this?
Your symptom is very unusual. Get checked.
Seemingly slightly bigger pupil on right eye with astigmatism
Many people have mild anisocoria (difference in pupil size) . It is unrelated to astigmatism. If the anisocoria is substantial get it checked.
Problems With My Eyes
You could have a retinal break which could lead to retinal detachment. Get it checked by an ophthalmologist urgently.
Will I go blind after looking at the eclipse?
If you stare at the sun for too long you will burn the central retinas and cause a permanent blind spot. Usually the problem is rapidly apparent and unrelated to floaters. If READ MORE
If you stare at the sun for too long you will burn the central retinas and cause a permanent blind spot. Usually the problem is rapidly apparent and unrelated to floaters. If the floaters have been present from birth they are usually benign but if they are new get them checked by an ophthalmologist.
How do I stop my eyes from being blurry?
There are many causes of blurred vision. Only a thorough eye exam can tell you the cause.
Why do my eyes hurt when I don't wear my glasses?
Your glasses may be correcting for muscle imbalance or have a filter for photophobia.
Can exercise cause blurred vision?
Usually it does not, but in patients that have multiple sclerosis vision may worsen when the body temperature rises as with exercise.
eyes twitching and constant headaches
The twitching is very common. It is usually self limited and improves without treatment. While headaches are usually benign, it is useful to know whether they run in your family READ MORE
The twitching is very common. It is usually self limited and improves without treatment. While headaches are usually benign, it is useful to know whether they run in your family or are perhaps related to your blood pressure, sinus trouble or emotional tension. I would suggest a visit to your primary doctor.
Can I drive with myopia?
If your vision improves to the level required by your state’s law and you wear your corrective lenses you may drive.
How long does optic neuritis take to heal?
It depends on the cause. Often vision improves in a few weeks.
How can I protect my eyes from wearing contacts for long hours?
Try to reduce wearing time, use disposable contact lenses to reduce the risk of infection and contact lens intolerance.
Extreme eye strain and new glasses?
It may take some time to adjust to a new prescription. But after a 10 day trial most people will have adjusted. Have the health care professional check the lenses to be sure that READ MORE
It may take some time to adjust to a new prescription. But after a 10 day trial most people will have adjusted. Have the health care professional check the lenses to be sure that they are correct. No only the strength but also the positioning could be off.
Is laser surgery risky?
All surgical procedures have some risk which vary both with the procedure and the preexisting condition of the patient. In lasik the risks are generally acceptable but must be READ MORE
All surgical procedures have some risk which vary both with the procedure and the preexisting condition of the patient. In lasik the risks are generally acceptable but must be discussed with the surgeon. Of course, we all differ in our risk tolerance.
