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Basic Monofocal Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implants Basic monofocal intraocular lenses have a single focus and are generally offered in more than 50 different powers, from multiple manufacturers, which can be selected to focus your eye for either near, far, or in between, based on the precise dimensions and curvature of your eye. However, they only […]
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By Dr. Lauren Harris, Cornea Specialist and Surgeon Our world is a canvas of colors and shapes, a visual masterpiece we all cherish. Yet, as time goes by, the lens within our eyes can become clouded, casting a shadow over our perception of this beautiful world. This cloudiness, known as a cataract, affects millions of […]
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LASIK, or Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, is a popular procedure that has helped millions of people improve their vision without the need for glasses or contacts. If you’re tired of dealing with the hassle of corrective lenses or you simply want to improve your vision, then LASIK may be right for you. In this blog, […]
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University Eye Specialists is proud to announce an exciting new technology that is being used within our practice to improve cataract surgical outcomes. The technology is called light adjustable intraocular lenses. These new lenses enable our surgeons to consistently deliver improved visual results for their patients. With traditional cataract surgery, the physician selects an intra-ocular […]
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Dr. Justin Gagel is an ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract and refractive surgery.Growing up in Knoxville, Dr. Gagel first attended East Tennessee State University where he received his undergraduate degree in biology.He then continued his education through the Quillen College of Medicine, in Johnson City, where he received his Doctor of Medicine.As an awarded student […]
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On Saturday, November 7th, University Eye Specialists teamed up with The Blind K to host a run to raise donations to provide for individuals around the globe in need of cataract surgery. The “BLIND K” RUN / WALK is an organized event intended to bring awareness to needless blindness around the world. 40+ million individuals […]
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Our doctors are proud to be the preferred providers for the University of Tennessee Athletics programs since 1978. There is a certain joy that comes in knowing that we are making a difference through serving these world-class athletes. When competing at the SEC collegiate level these players choose the University Eye Specialists advantage – one […]
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Dr. Hannah Hughes joined University Eye Specialists in 2020 as a comprehensive medical optometrist. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in biology from Northern Kentucky University she decided to follow her passion and entered the prestigious Indiana University School of Optometry. While in optometry school she was able to immerse herself in studying the complexities of the […]
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As an ophthalmology clinic, we were all too excited for the year 20/20, little did we know that we would be faced with navigating through a world-wide pandemic. The COVID-19 crisis has rejuvenated public interest in the field of immune system health. As we all take steps to protect ourselves, and those we come into […]
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