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Now offering PanOptix, the First and Only Trifocal Lens in the US for our Cataract Patients!

The FDA recently released the PanOptixTM trifocal lens for cataract patients. What does this mean for Specialty Eye Institute patients? As a practice, we’re always working toward giving our patients the best possible visual outcomes and this lens provides patients with a full range of vision.

PanOptix is already one of the leading presbyopia-correcting IOLs in more than 70 countries. It is designed for today’s active lifestyles, from viewing mobile devices and computer screens to high-quality distance vision in a range of lighting conditions. The new lens uses ENLIGHTEN®Optical Technology, a proprietary design that optimizes intermediate vision without compromising near and distance vision.

“We are excited to offer our patients the proven technology winner in the depth of focus lenses. PanOptix has been available in Europe for over 7 years with over 500,000 lenses implanted and is the clear favorite lens internationally. It is finally available here in the United States and we too are experiencing its distinct advantages in our patients,” states Dr. Kevin Lavery, Cataract Specialist at Specialty Eye Institute.

The advantage of this lens over others is not only doing it offers equal distance acuity, but an improved intermediate focal point at 60 cm means the possibility of better visual outcomes for daily tasks including using your phone, computer, and reading a book or menu.

“We have been watching closely for this technology to become available to us and are thrilled to finally have this as an option. Panoptix is the first lens of its kind that gives excellent vision in all levels of patient needs (distance, mid-range, and near),” Paul Ernest, M.D., Cataract Specialist and Founder of Specialty Eye Institute.

Specialty Eye Institute Gives the Gift of Sight to Eight Local Residents

Dr. Kevin Lavery and Dr. Anthony Sensoli, two ophthalmologists at Specialty Eye Institute, recently donated their surgical services to help 8 local patients suffering from cataracts.

Jackson, Michigan (June, 2021) – Specialty Eye Institute and Blake Woods Surgery Center Medical Park recently waived their fees and secured donated lenses in order to give the gift of sight to 8 local residents. The 8 patients all suffered from cataracts, which significantly impaired their vision.

Most people develop cataracts as they age, a condition characterized by a thickening and clouding of the eye’s natural lens. The condition is easily corrected with cataract surgery, which replaces the cloudy lens with an artificial lens (IOL).

“Cataract surgery is one of the most successful surgeries performed in the world. The results are truly life changing. Unfortunately, it is unobtainable for many individuals for many reasons. The doctors at Specialty Eye Institute along with our staff are used to doing mission trips abroad to help people around the world. In this time of COVID, we decided to do a Mission Trip to Jackson, Michigan,” says Dr. Kevin Lavery.

Local optometrists including Drs. Chad Lindsey, Anne Miller, Jeffrey Fogt, Daniel Phillips, Jaclyn Tolles, Corbett Amburgey, and Ezah Cheema helped Specialty Eye Institute identify individuals who did not have medical insurance and could not afford cataract surgery through a screening process. For many of these patients, cataracts were affecting their ability to drive, work, or perform many of their daily activities.

For one patient, Mr. Gibbs, a 63-year-old truck driver, cataracts prevented him from doing his job. Mr. Gibbs helps his neighbors and veterans by shoveling snow and doing yardwork. “I feel blessed to have my life back! I am back to work and able to drive in the dark again, something I haven’t done in many years!”

Gift of Sight Specialty Eye Institute and Blake Woods Surgery CenterThe surgeries were a coordinated effort with intraocular lenses donated from the manufacturer, Alcon along with a Hydrus Microstent for Glaucoma from the manufacturer, Ivantis. Blake Woods Medical Park Surgery Center waived their fees and provided surgical staff. Corner Drugs provided patients with complementary eye drops, and a local Jackson Bigby Coffee provided refreshments for patients and their friends and family who accompanied them at the surgery center.

If you would like to find out more about cataract surgery, LASIK, or other eye surgery procedures offered by Specialty Eye Institute, request a consultation online, or call our office at (877) 852-8463.

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