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Cathy Vrh took the first of her many jobs as soon as she became old enough to legally do so, while in high school, with a New York department store. Decades later, in 2019, she retired and moved to Florida. “I’ve held numerous positions over the years, mostly retail and office work, and I’ve worked in several different businesses,” Cathy […]
Dry Eye
Rosacea: The Eyes Have It, Too
Inflammation in lids clogs oil glands, aggravating Sjögren’s symptoms and inhibiting tear production
Eye Care You Can Count On
CPA appreciates center’s personalized care, including modern approach to irritating dry eye diseaseFor the past 25 years, Rochelle* has worked as a certified public accountant at a midsized accounting firm in downtown Orlando, about a half hour drive from her home in Oviedo. “My job mostly involves auditing the books of our clients, which are primarily small businesses,” the New York native expounds. “But I also prepare and file tax documents and […]
Why Do Dry Eyes Water?
Diagnosing and treating that itchy inflammation, and understanding the role of tears and oilAlan Killick used the promotional concepts he learned as a marketing major to help establish a successful 40-year career in biotech pharmaceutical sales, first as a drug rep and later as a regional sales director. “I started out in college selling over-the-counter medicines for Bristol Myers Squibb,” Alan recalls. “I sold Bayer®, Bufferin®, NoDoz® and other medicines as well as […]
Beyond the Skies: Air Force Veteran Deborah Fleming’s Battle with Dry Eyes
Discover Deborah's struggle with dry eye disease and the comprehensive approach taken by The Eye Institute of West Florida to restore her eye healthDuring her 20 years in the Air Force, Deborah Fleming served in a number of capacities, including air traffic controller, telecommunications specialist and training manager. But her favorite was flying with the air rescue and recovery team. “It was very rewarding to help people in need,” Deborah declares. “We did everything from rescue people who were trapped on frozen lakes […]
Restoring Comfort and Clarity: Two Patients’ Journeys with Eye Issues
Explore the stories of Michael George and Gloria Reed as they seek relief from their eye problemsA native of the British Virgin Islands, Michael George moved to the United States in 1994 to attend Florida A&M University in Tallahassee and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computing information systems. He also met the woman he would later marry. “I graduated in 1997, and in 1998, my wife and I moved to the Tampa Bay area,” Michael […]
Dr. Jenifer Ramsower: Bringing Relief to Dry Eye Sufferers in Florida
Highlighting the expertise of Dr. Jenifer Ramsower in diagnosing and treating dry eye diseaseTimothy Giachetta, PsyD, lived most of his adult life in New York, just outside of Albany. For a while, he lived in Michigan, where he was a practicing psychologist. But he eventually returned to New York and transitioned into an executive leadership role. “During the last 16 years of my career, I ran two fairly large human service organizations in […]
Dry Eye Relief: How One Adventurous Hurricane Hunter Found Comfort
James Roles' journey from battling hurricanes to tackling dry eye disease with innovative treatments.Once a hurricane warning is issued, most Floridians secure their homes and brace for the high winds and torrential downpours that accompany the tempest. Not James Roles. He made his living defying the alarms and flying directly into the eye of the storm. Before retiring in January, James worked for 30 years as an electronics engineer for the National Oceanic […]
Comprehensive Dry Eye Treatment Before Cataract Surgery
Explore the importance of addressing dry eye disease before cataract surgery for precise measurements and optimal visual outcomesProject Christmas Smile is a grassroots program that provides emergency dental care to people who can’t afford treatment. Its goal is to help people be pain-free for the holidays. Several years ago, while volunteering at one of the program’s events, Carol Dombrowski, DDS, learned about a unique opportunity for practicing dentistry. “One of the other dentists that day asked if […]
Unclog Glands That Cause Dry Eye
LipiFlow treatment solves an investigator’s case of the missing tears.During his 35-year career in law enforcement, Michael Driscoll helped put many dangerous criminals in prison, so he prefers to keep a low profile. “I’m originally from the Boston area, but I’ve lived in Florida for 33 years,” Michael shares. “I worked for and retired from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, but I’m a private investigator now, so I’m […]
Eyes Wide Open
Specialists handle multiple conditions at South Tampa clinic.In September, Pauline Thai, OD, celebrated two years with Florida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute. Dr. Thai is an optometrist specializing in primary care and ocular disease at the institute’s South Tampa Eye Clinic. “I provide comprehensive eye care for patients ages 10 and older,” Dr. Thai expounds. “I see a variety of patients, from those who present with acute […]
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