Dr. Rudolph Mitchell Newman MD

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• Conjunctivitis: When to See an Ophthalmologist and What to Expect

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• How to Prepare for Lasik Eye Surgery

  Lasik (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis), commonly referred to as laser eye surgery or laser vision correction, is a revolutionary new technology that corrects distortion in vision using focused laser beams to remove corneal tissue. The reconstruction of the surface of the cornea enables it...

• What is Cataract Surgery?

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• What is Chalazion? Know about its Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

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