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Jun
Founder, Mentor, Visionary | Chicago Cornea Consultants™It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved founder, Dr. Randy J. Epstein, who died on May 22, 2025. This past weekend has been a profoundly sad time for all of us at Chicago Cornea Consultants&tr...
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Mar
As the end of the year approaches, many patients seek ways to maximize their healthcare benefits, including using Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). If you've been considering vision correction surgery, specialty contact lenses, or other a...
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Feb
LASIK surgery has been the gold standard for laser vision correction for decades, allowing millions of people to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. However, as technology advances, so does the field of refractive surgery. 2025 marks an exciting tu...
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Sep
The cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface at the front of the eye, plays a critical role in vision by focusing light onto the retina. However, this vital part of the eye can be affected by various diseases that can impair vision and, if left untreated, lead to significant eye he...
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Dec
Keratoconus, a condition causing an asymmetry of corneal shape and thickness, poses significant challenges to vision due to progressive thinning, steepening, and irregular astigmatism. With a prevalence of 1% to 4%, it represents a substantial unmet need for noninvasive treatment...
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Jun
In the realm of ophthalmology, there are certain individuals whose passion, dedication, and expertise transcend expectations, leaving an indelible impact on the field. One such remarkable individual is Parag A. Majmudar, M. D. , whose exceptional achievements have earned him the pr...
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May
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss in adults over the age of sixty. It's called the silent thief of sight because it often doesn’t present many noticeable symptoms in the early stages. However, any vision loss caused by glaucoma is irreversible...
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May
Dry eye affects millions of people all over the world. In fact, you have probably had it at some point yourself. You may have noticed symptoms like irritated or uncomfortable red eyes. While dry eye can happen at random times for various reasons, it can also become an ongoing chr...
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May
Cataracts are a very common age-related condition. Although they can form at any age, most people begin to develop them around age forty. Cataracts can cause various bothersome visual symptoms that can only be eliminated through cataract surgery. LASIK, on the other hand, can onl...
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May
Allergies can affect your body in many different ways, including your eyes. Essentially, when your body encounters an allergen, like pollen, it produces a chemical called histamine. This chemical will trigger inflammation, causing swelling and itchiness. This inflammation c...
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