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Specialty Eye Institute Voted One of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For

NABR – West Michigan’s Best and Brightest

The National Association of Business Resources (NABR) will honor Specialty Eye Institute as one of the organizations awarded West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to work for at their upcoming awards banquet in May. Companies are rated based on their commitment to excellence in their human resource practices and employee enrichment.

An independent research firm evaluates companies based on an organization’s communication, work-life balance, employee education, development, diversity, recognition, and retention.

“We are honored to recognize the efforts of this year’s Best and Brightest companies,” said Jennifer Kluge, president and CEO, Best and Brightest Programs.

“These companies have created impressive organizational value and business results through their policies and best practices in human resource management. This award has become a designation sought after by hundreds of West Michigan companies and is a powerful recruitment tool in the drive to attract and retain exceptional employees.”

The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program that provides the business community with the opportunity to gain recognition, showcase their best practices and demonstrate why they are an ideal place for employees to work. This national program celebrates those companies that are making better business, creating richer lives and building a stronger community as a whole.

Why Should You Consider Traveling for Cataract Surgery

Reasons To Travel For Cataract Surgery

An estimated 60 percent of Americans will eventually develop cataracts.

Once a cataract has progressed to advanced stages, surgery will be needed to ease the symptoms and restore visual acuity. The cost of cataract surgery will be an important factor in deciding where and when to have the procedure done, among other factors.

In searching for the best facility for your eye surgery, it might be wise to look beyond your hometown and consider traveling to get a better experience with your corrective surgery.

Research & Technology

At Specialty Eye Institute, you can feel confident about the quality of eye care you will receive because our doctors are committed to research and clinical studies using the most advanced equipment available to allow for early detection of eye conditions.

By diagnosing eye conditions early, the doctors have the best chance of giving each patient a successful outcome in treatment.

Traditional surgery to treat cataracts has been proven to be among the safest and most successful procedures in modern medicine. The popularity of laser cataract surgery has increased the degree of precision involved in performing certain critical steps of the procedure.

Types of Surgery & Lenses

Do you prefer a specific type of cataract surgery?

With the cutting-edge equipment and superior technology available at Specialty Eye Institute, our doctors will customize your surgery to give you the best possible results.

Traditional cataract surgery uses a no-stitch incision and is very safe and efficient and now with laser cataract surgery, Specialty Eye Institute can create incisions and potentially reduce astigmatism up to 10 times more precise than manual techniques for some portions of the cataract surgical procedure.

During cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens will be removed and an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) will be inserted in its place. With the new, crystal clear lens, light rays will be able to penetrate to the retina and allow visual images to be sent to the brain.

A variety of lenses are available to choose from, and the type of lens used will affect the price and outcome of your surgery. And, certain lens options aren’t right for everyone so your doctor will help guide you to find the best option that fits your individual needs.

Different Lens Options:

Depth-of-Focus Lens
Toric Lens
Multifocal Lens
Monofocal Lens

Cost, Insurance & Payment Plans

Most private insurance carriers and Medicare cover the costs of basic surgery for cataracts. There will be some out-of-pocket expenses, such as co-pays and deductibles. Costs will also vary depending on the type of lenses chosen for your surgery.

Specialty Eye Institute’s staff will work with you every step to give you the best possible care at the most affordable price.

Financing is also available to expedite your needed surgery. We offer the Alphaeon credit card to spread out your payments over time, with low monthly payments that fit your budget. Alphaeon offers you financing plans that might not be available with your current credit card companies.

Specialty Eye offers competitive pricing to help in your search for affordable eye surgery. We are committed to helping you preserve your eye health and can assist with arranging for discounts on hotel rooms to accommodate you during your surgical experience.

Combined with the technological advantages, cutting-edge equipment and some of the best doctors and medical staff to be found, traveling to Michigan for your cataract treatment could be one of the best decisions you have ever made!

Why Specialty Eye Institute?

The highly qualified doctors at Specialty Eye Institute offer state-of-the-art technology and Board Certified Eye Surgeons to give you the optimal experience in traditional or laser cataract surgery.

Dr. Paul H. Ernest founded Specialty Eye Institute in Jackson, Michigan in 1978. The Institute currently has 10 locations in Michigan and Ohio, with more than 20 physicians on staff.

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Mahmoud El-Yassir, M.D. Joins Specialty Eye Institute’s Team of Experienced Surgeons

Mahmoud El-Yassir Joins Specialty Eye Institute

Specialty Eye Institute is pleased to welcome Mahmoud El-Yassir, M.D. to the practice. Dr. El-Yassir is a Cataract and Glaucoma Specialist who will be seeing patients in the Jackson and Kalamazoo locations.

“Dr. El-Yassir brings a great blend of clinical experience and knowledge with a strong passion for providing community-based care," says Trent Roark, CEO of Specialty Eye Institute.

Dr. El-Yassir earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis, and received his medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University. He went on to complete his ophthalmology training at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio where he received advanced training in the medical and surgical treatment of ocular disease and conditions.

“I am very excited to join Specialty Eye Institute and become part of this great team,” states Dr. El-Yassir.

“I am passionate about quality patient care and I sincerely look forward to serving the community.”

Specialty Eye Institute began in 1978 when Paul H. Ernest, M.D., the company’s founder opened Jackson Eye Center in Jackson, Michigan. Since then, the company has grown into a multispecialty ophthalmology practice with 24 doctors in 10 locations throughout Michigan and Ohio. We strive to provide the highest level of ophthalmic care at an affordable price.

40 Years of Eye Care

Celebrating 40 Years of Eye Care

Specialty Eye Institute began in 1978 when Paul H. Ernest, M.D., the company’s founder opened Jackson Eye Center in Jackson, Michigan. Since then, the company has grown into a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with 24 doctors in 10 locations throughout Michigan and Ohio.

Enjoy a short video to learn more about how things have changed in the last 40 years:

Our company has changed names several times as it expanded including a re-branding from TLC Eyecare & Laser Centers to Specialty Eye Institute in 2017.

Hosting this event allows us to reflect on this milestone and thank our patients and communities who have allowed us to provide their eye care the past four decades.

Thank you!

Firework Safety

Safely Setting off Fireworks

The 4th of July is almost here! For many, fireworks are set off in celebration of this holiday.

While beautiful, they can be dangerous. Follow these safety tips while celebrating.

Wear Protective Eyewear

An estimated 8,700 fireworks-related injuries (or 67 percent of the total estimated fireworks-related injuries in 2017) were treated in U.S. hospital emergency.

14% of these were eye injuries

Basic Fireworks Safety

Follow the instructions
Never attempt to make your own fireworks
Never light fireworks off indoors
Keep a bucket of water nearby
Wet fireworks down after use
Don't attempt to light a dud firework
Keep pets indoors

Sparklers are fireworks, too

Young children shouldn't handle sparklers
Sparklers burn at a temperature of 2,000 degrees
Always have an adult present
Keep sparklers away from face & clothing
Don't throw sparklers

What to do with an injury

Seek medical attention immediately
Do not rub your eyes
Do not rinse your eyes
Do not apply pressure
Do not remove any objects that are stuck in the eye
Do not apply ointments or take any blood-thinning pain medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen

Specialty Eye Institute wishes you a safe and enjoyable 4th of July!