
Lawrence M. Jacobson, MD
Ophthalmologist
40 Park Ave. #4 New York NY, 10016About
Dr. Lawrence Jacobson is an ophthalmologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Jacobson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Jacobson 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. Jacobson 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.
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How long does it take for your eyes to heal after Lasik?
It can heal Quickly in 1-2 weeks. READ MORE
Is cloudy vision normal after cataract surgery?
It can depend upon how long after surgery. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to heal a scratched eye?
Keep it closed and use some eye ointment to lubricate so it heals well. READ MORE
What does an eye strain headache feel like?
Pain around eyes after reading Sent from my iPhone. Dr. LMJ READ MORE
Are blue light glasses bad for your eyes?
No. READ MORE
Is low brightness good for eyes?
Not bad or good, neutral at your age. READ MORE
Can you get rid of cataracts without surgery?
No. READ MORE
Which eye drop is best for cataracts?
No eye drops slow cataract development. Vitamin C helps a bit. READ MORE
Is Lasik better than glasses?
It is not a medical issue but a cosmetic issue. Lastly, Lasik is a permanent solution that can no longer be adjustable. Glasses are temporary. Cataract surgery is the same way but only performed when necessary. READ MORE
I'm smelling smoke constantly?
This is probably Covid related I don’t have any good solutions except to smell essential oils. READ MORE
What causes itching of my tear duct area?
Usually a low-grade infection. See an ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Double vision and other symptoms?
You need to go to see an ophthalmologist. Probably because it needs evaluation. The bump Is probably an old chalazion. Not Likely to be a bug. READ MORE
Can you fix a lazy eye?
Yes after the age of 9 it is not impossible but it is virtual. READ MORE
Simply asking a question?
This sounds like a migraine for the eye not sure. About shoulder or chest but may be stress-related. READ MORE
Bulged right eye?
In general, you can have normal thyroid function with Graves’ disease this is the most. Likely the etiology of the bulging eye. READ MORE
Right swollen eyelid?
Looks like blepharitis or a chalazion with preseptal Cellulitis. READ MORE
I had a scratch type eye injury?
You need to treat this injury. READ MORE
Red dots on my eye?
Without a picture, I cannot say. READ MORE
Seeing random balls of light?
This may be a ocular migraine related to low blood pressure. Drink more water and a multivitamin watch the caffeine intake. READ MORE
Where to get glasses?
Don’t wear them. If you must get a pair of sunglasses. If you just must have them Go to Costco or Warby Parker. READ MORE
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