Electronics are everywhere! Many children are exposed to several hours of screen time per day. Comprehensive eye exams for children are more important than ever. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends children rest their eyes by using the 20-20-20...
“To us, it’s hair, to women battling cancer, it’s hope!” That statement resonated with Dr. Karen Heaney. She wanted to do her part to support women battling cancer. “One of my friends was diagnosed with cancer this spring. She is...
A concussion awareness and education seminar was held at Penn State Berks campus on Saturday, June 4, 2016. The event was organized by Penn State Health St. Joseph’s and Wyomissing Optometric Center. Participants included physician, athletic trainers, nurse...
Do you know the difference between a vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam? How often should you visit your eye doctor? When should children have eye exams? What happens at an eye exam? All great questions. Let’s take a closer look at eye exams! Learn...
Children and Contact Lens Wear: The choice to begin contact lens wear is a decision made best by the child, the parent/guardian, and your pediatric eye doctor as a team. Although there is no set age as to when contact lens wear is appropriate, several factors are...
Help us welcome our new eye doctor! We take great pleasure in introducing our new associate and member of our professional staff Perry C. Umlauf, O.D. Dr. Umlauf earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology degree from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Science in...
