by Dr. Michael Garin | Oct 1, 2025 | Cataracts, Eye Conditions
RxSight’s Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) is a special kind of intraocular lens (IOL). In cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an IOL so you can see clearly again. Unlike normal IOLs, the LAL is adjustable after surgery. That means that...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Sep 8, 2025 | General Health
You’ve probably heard of the shingles shot (Shingrix) or maybe the new RSV vaccines for adults. Most of us know these vaccines are great for preventing painful or dangerous infections. But here’s something you might not know: researchers are starting to wonder if...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Aug 21, 2025 | Children, Eye Conditions, Myopia
What is Progressive Myopia? Myopia (nearsightedness) means distant objects look blurry. Progressive myopia is when your child’s prescription keeps getting stronger each year. It often starts between ages 6 and 12, when the eyes are still growing. How Fast Does it...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 24, 2025 | Eye Care, General Health, Genetics
A skin tag is a small, soft piece of skin that hangs off the body. It looks like a tiny bump or flap. Skin tags are not harmful, and they are very common. Some people get them on their neck, arms, or underarms. Others may get them on their face, even under the eye. If...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 17, 2025 | Eye Care, Optometry
Laser eye surgery, including LASIK and PRK, has transformed the lives of millions by providing clearer vision and reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contacts. Yet despite decades of success, misinformation continues to circulate online about the supposed...
