Is your blurry vision holding you back from living your life to the fullest?
UCMed Eye Center can look into it and address any issue before it gets worse.
As the trusted center for eye care, UCMed offers a wide range of services, fully equipped with cutting-edge technology, that can facilitate a broad spectrum of eye conditions, from comprehensive diagnostics to advanced treatments.
Patients can be assured that their eye health is in the hands of exceptional and highly trained eye specialists, guided by international standards of care.
Eye ailments, including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye diseases, macular degeneration, retinal tears, optic nerve damage, and corneal disorders, are among the many eye conditions the center can assess.
Eye specialists and technicians use advanced machines to evaluate and manage these vision conditions, even in specialized eye cases.
Laser correction
Eva Marie Espinosa, diagnosed with myopia and astigmatism, underwent laser vision correction, technically referred to as Trans-PRK, at UCMed Eye Center in August 2024.
A quick and painless laser procedure using Zeiss Mel 90 equipment, it gently reshaped Eva’s cornea surface to permanently correct blurry vision manifested by her nearsightedness, frequent squinting, headaches, eye strain, and poor night vision with halos at times appearing around lights.
“The procedure and recovery were smooth, and the care I received was outstanding,” she shared.
Eva recalled an instance from her grade school years, how much she struggled to follow along in class discussions, as the letters on the board swam before her eyes.
Subsequently, her family and teachers observed a sudden decline in grades. They later discovered that Eva was nearsighted.
Wearing her prescribed eyeglasses became a daily necessity, and her newfound clarity helped her achieve top marks in class and function well throughout the day. Yet, wearing her glasses was not without challenges.
At 27, she decided to leap into her life through Lasik surgery before her vision gets worse over time.
“Regaining clear 20/20 vision, something I had not experienced since childhood, has truly been a priceless investment,” she exclaimed.
Ultimately, protecting one’s eye health through early screening and receiving expert care is essential to prevent or mitigate complications in the long run.
Cataract surgery
Cataract Surgery is a special procedure conducted to safely remove the cloudy lens of the eye and replace it with a clearer artificial lens to restore one’s vision.
This treatment is powered by an advanced technology providing greater precision, enhanced safety, and more comfort during surgery.
In his fifties, Mr. Andy Pino began noticing subtle yet troubling changes in his life. He was experiencing blurry vision in his right eye and observed a difference in his left-right reading vision as well as left-right distant vision.
Tasks that once felt simple and routine at work became challenging, to the point that even long hours of computer use triggered severe headaches.
Night driving became a nightmare with its blinding glare from opposing vehicles striking before his eyes.
“The shadow of danger and accident has always lurked around the corner every time I drove in the evening against the opposing headlights of cars coming my way,” he remarked.
Eventually, Mr. Pino took a big step forward. He was fully convinced by the recommendations of his lovely daughter, assured by the competence and dependable experience, and underwent Cataract Surgery at UCMed.
“It was a very unforgettable experience. It was my first time undergoing a major operation. The warm-hearted nurses and staff have eased the palpitations,” he said.
The entire experience provided him with reassuring comfort, especially with his eye care specialist, Dr. Bryan Tan, having a cool and confident commanding presence, and with the expertise of the medical professionals who assisted him.
Mr. Pino confirmed that the procedure ran so smoothly, felt at ease, and there was no pain at all, which totally gave him relief after the successful operation.
“I can now extend my focus and concentration at work on my computer. I have gained back my confidence driving and maneuvering with ease at night, even against the most harsh and unforgiving cars flashing their fog lights,” he said.
What seemed minimal at first can anytime become a turning point in life, which can either disrupt or enhance the quality of life. What’s certain is that taking immediate care of one’s eye can make a real difference.
UCMed Eye Center uses the following state-of-the-art equipment made by German optoelectronics manufacturer Zeiss (Carl Zeiss AG): Humphrey Field Analyzer 3, CIRRUS Photo 800, IOLMaster 700, Visulas Yag III, Atlas, and MEL 90.
The hospital of the University of Cebu system also has equipment manufactured by California-based Iridex Corp., such as IQ 532 and Cyclo G6, as well as VuPad Ophthalmic Ultrasound by Sonomed Escalon of New York.
Will you still take your eyes for granted? If not anymore, visit the UCMed Eye Center at the former Mandaue reclamation area. You may schedule a consultation by calling (032) 517-0888 local 2600, or check the website.
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