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Frank X. Cao, MD
Ophthalmologist
375 barclay cir Rochester Hills Michigan, 48307About
Dr. Frank Cao is an ophthalmologist practicing in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Cao specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Cao 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. Cao 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.
Education and Training
Wayne state university MD 2012
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
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Frank X. Cao, MD's Expert Contributions
Can eyedrop cause cloudy vision?
Eye drops can cause blurriness for a variety of reasons. Make sure your eyedrop has not been recalled. Speak with an eye care professional about this if possible. Frank Cao READ MORE
How successful is glaucoma surgery?
Too vague, there are many types of glaucoma surgery. Frank Cao READ MORE
How soon can you get water in your eye after cataract surgery?
Water is not sterile and represents an infection risk so we usually recommend no swimming for a month. Showering is generally acceptable if water is neck down or the operative eye can be covered. Frank Cao READ MORE
What are the disadvantages of contact lenses?
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/glasses-contacts/contact-lens-102 Frank Cao READ MORE
What can you do at home to lower eye pressure?
Drink less caffeine, exercise, eat green leafy vegetables. Frank Cao READ MORE
Eye strain/Eye pressure and room lighting?
We don't really know about why you may have high eye pressure at your age but you need to be monitored closely for damage from it. Frank Cao READ MORE
Why are my eyes staying red
Picture looks like a pterygium but the story also fits a viral conjunctivitis (pink eye). Frank Cao READ MORE
ICL AFTER CXL
Likely the vision will not be as good as with the RGP because that corrects all abnormalities in the cornea, which the ICL will not do. It is hard to say without seeing your cornea maps. Frank Cao READ MORE
Is watching TV bad for myopia?
There is no definitive answer to this but if you can take breaks every 20-30 minutes from watching, that may help the myopia from getting worse. Frank Cao READ MORE
How can I permanently cure myopia?
Refractive surgery is the most definitive treatment we have but even then the myopia can come back after surgery if you do a lot of near work. You can discuss surgical options with an ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Is it bad to fall asleep with contacts in?
Yes this is extremely unsafe and can lead to loss of vision. Frank Cao READ MORE
What is the best medicine for dry eyes?
There are many drops on the market now and you would need an eye exam and likely trial of different drops or therapies to determine what works best for your eyes. Frank Cao READ MORE
Is it normal for my eyes to itch at my oculoplastic surgery follow up?
I would ask your surgeon but this is not abnormal after eyelid surgery. You may want to make sure you aren't allergic to some ointment or treatment they are having you use on the eyelids. Frank Cao READ MORE
What are the treatment options for myopia?
PRK, SMILE, LASIK, ICL. https://eyewiki.aao.org/Myopia#:~:text=If%20the%20surgery%20is%20successful,most%20commonly%20performed%20refractive%20surgeries . Frank Cao READ MORE
Can lack of sleep cause blurred vision?
It can contribute to dry eye which can affect your vision. In general sleep deprivation is bad for your health overall for many reasons. Frank Cao READ MORE
Is femto Lasik painful?
It is the predominant form of lasik done nowadays. It is typically not very painful but individual experiences may vary. Frank Cao READ MORE
How long after Lasik can you wash your face?
you can wash your face after a day but do not let water pour into your eyes as tap water is not sterile. Frank Cao READ MORE
How long does eye correction surgery last?
LASIK can regress, especially if you do extensive near based activities. Any studies done on how long it takes to regression would be population based and not specific for you. Frank Cao READ MORE
What is the best eye laser treatment?
lasers can be used for many things in the eye. You would have to be more specific. Frank Cao READ MORE
Are antibiotic eye drops safe?
Yes READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Fellowships
- Glaucoma, SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Glaucoma Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Academy of Ophthalmology
What do you attribute your success to?
- His strong work ethic, curiosity and strong family support.
Hobbies / Sports
- Cooking, Politics, Watching sports
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