Ophthalmology is the field of medicine that deals with the anatomy and physiology of the eye, and with various conditions and diseases of the eye. An Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor with extensive specialty training in the field of Ophthalmology. In addition to diagnosing and treating various eye conditions and diseases, Ophthalmologists perform operations on the eyes and eyelids. Therefore, they are both medical and surgical specialists. DaVita Medical Group Ophthalmologists can address eye and vision issues and perform surgeries:

• Cataracts
  • Small incision cataract surgery
  • Premium intraocular lens implants
• Glaucoma
• Eyelid and tearing problems
• Cornea, ocular surface, and external disease
• Retinal problems
• Refractive surgery
• Uveitis/Immunology

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