Clear Answers for Cloudy Vision
Cataracts are a normal part of aging — and today, cataract surgery is one of the safest, most successful procedures in medicine. We help you understand your options and guide you through every step.
Understanding Cataract Care
A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens, which sits behind the pupil and focuses light. As the lens gradually becomes cloudy, vision turns blurry, colors fade, and glare and night driving become difficult. Cataracts develop slowly, so many people don't realize how much vision they've lost until it's significant.
Diabetic and senior patients are especially prone to cataracts, sometimes at a younger age. The good news: cataracts are very treatable.
Signs you may have cataracts
- Blurred, cloudy, or dim vision
- Increased sensitivity to light and glare
- Difficulty seeing at night
- Colors appearing faded or yellowed
- Frequent changes to your glasses prescription
How We Help
We provide thorough cataract evaluations to determine how much your cataracts are affecting your vision and whether it's time to consider surgery. When surgery is the right step, we coordinate and co-manage your care closely so the process is smooth and well-supported.
There's no rush and no pressure — we'll give you honest guidance and help you decide when the timing is right for you.
Common Questions About Cataracts
What causes cataracts? A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens. Most are age-related, but if you have diabetes you're significantly more likely to develop them — and at a younger age. That's why cataract monitoring is part of our diabetic eye care.
What are the warning signs? Blurry or cloudy vision, glare and halos around lights, trouble seeing at night, and colors that look faded or yellowed. These come on gradually, so many people don't notice until vision is meaningfully affected.
Does Medicare cover cataract surgery? When cataract surgery is medically necessary, it's generally covered. We'll verify your specific plan before anything is scheduled — see our accepted insurance page.
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Cataract surgery can dramatically restore vision and quality of life. Knowing where you stand starts with a simple evaluation.
New patients are always welcome at all three locations. Fill out the form below — just choose your location — and our front desk will reach out to confirm, usually the same day. Prefer to talk to a person? Call (727) 738-5900.
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We offer this care at all three of our offices across Tampa Bay.