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Dr. Nate and Dr. Beth like to write on subjects that affect us in our daily lives and are relevant to healthy eye care. This blog contains information about not only about the vision of children and adults, but scientific research into vision. There are also posts about past Bright Eyes events and other local happenings.

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Dr. Nate & Dr. Beth

Specs 4 Us Interview with Maria Dellapina

As I posted on this site before, I have learned about a new line of frames that are specifically designed for Children with Down Syndrome. I think these frames are very cool, and judging by the testimonials, so do a lot of other people...


A Brief and Wonderful Note From a Patient

The other day when I was beginning the follow-up for a patient who is doing Precise Corneal Reshaping, I was handed a small Thank You card...


I Have Astigmatism… Am I Going to Make It?

All doctors, myself included, sometimes forgot that patients don't know everything that we think they know...


Study: Glasses May Help Preschoolers Learn

It may sound like common sense, but a recent study, published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, has shown that glasses can improve the skills of young children...


The Psychosocial Effects of Amblyopia

It is well known, and intuitive, that children and adults with strabismus (crossed or wandering eyes) have greater difficulty with self image and social situations than people with straight eyes...


Why Do I Have a Hyphenated Last Name?

This is probably the most common non-vision-related question that I get asked. People who haven't met me sometimes think that I am a woman, due to the hyphenated name...


Dear Abby Writes About Vision Therapy

No matter whether you love her, hate her, or are just plain oblivious to her, you've got to admit that when Abigail Van Buren writes about something, it gets noticed...


Dr. Jo from Fox 13 Covers Ortho-K

Here is a recent health news story on PCR (a.k.a. Orthokeratology) by Tampa's own Dr. Jo of Fox 13. The brief segment nicely shows the benefits of rehsaping lenses...


Can I Benefit from Vision Therapy?

From time to time, I'll talk informally with patients, either in the office, at the West Park Bagel & Deli, or elsewhere. If the conversation turns to Vision Therapy, people often ask, "Hmm...


Why I Love Vision Therapy !

Although I provide many types of vision care each and every day, vision therapy is the most rewarding to me. I love that it is possible to truly change lives...


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