2019 Best of the West Award Win
07/25/19 Grand Rapids Ophthalmology won Revue Magazine’s Best of the West award for Optical Services for the third year in a row. More than 123,000 votes were casted across all categories – the most votes the publication has ever received. source: https://revuewm.com/latest/item/4533-best-of-the-west-services-people-winners
Read MoreThe Cataract Journey of Michelle McKormick, Radio Personality and Morning Co-host on WLAV
When Michelle McKormick’s eyesight started to fade and she was seeing halos at night, she came to Grand Rapids Ophthalmology for a LASIK evaluation—Dr. Barrett diagnosed Michelle with cataracts. A cataract is when the natural lens inside the eye becomes clouded, resulting in hazy or blurred vision. Cataracts may also result in double vision, trouble […]
Read MoreWGHN Radio Interview
12/12/18 Listen to Dr. Leenhout & Dr. Barron’s interview on WGHN Radio in Grand Haven:
Read MoreWondering about blue light?
Wondering about blue light? Grand Rapids Ophthalmology’s Dr. Morehouse sits down with Dana Chicklas to talk about the latest study regarding digital devices and your eye health-
Read MoreDr. Gindzin carries patient through snow to save her vision
WALKER, Mich. — A Spring Lake woman says her ophthalmologist saved her vision this past weekend. Lillian Havenga says Dr. Yosef Gindzin went out of his way to help her by coming in to work on his day off, and by carrying her to and from his office in the snow. Lillian has wet macular […]
Read MoreKendall College design students learn from the pros
Class collaborates with professionals from Grand Rapids Ophthalmology to design eyewear. Click Here to read more
Read MoreOcular Allergy Clinic—Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Now Offers Allergy Testing at Our 7 Mile Location
Allergies are your body’s natural response when you’re exposed to certain substances called allergens. The most common allergy symptoms can simply make you uncomfortable. For example, you may have watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, a rash, or hives. Allergies may occur all year or only during certain seasons, depending on what you’re allergic to. If […]
Read MoreAm I a Good Candidate for LASIK?
LASIK has improved the day-to-day lives of millions of people around the world—but is it right for you? As with any surgical procedure, it’s important to do your homework. “Successful LASIK depends on being a good candidate,“ says Dr. Scott Weber, an eye surgeon at Grand Rapids Ophthalmology’s Greenville office. “The easiest way to find […]
Read MoreStudent Sports Vision — Protect Their Eyes and Improve Their Game
According to the National Eye Institute, the majority of eye injuries in school-aged children occur while playing sports. Even a small collision can lead to sight-threatening injuries, such as a scratched cornea, fractured eye socket, retinal detachment, or bleeding on the eye. Thankfully, these injuries are easily preventable. “The use of protective eye wear can […]
Read MoreOnline Vision Tests — No Substitute for Your Eye Doctor
Online eye tests offer something we prize in today’s busy lives: convenience. A vision test you can take from the comfort of your living room or office sounds quick and easy, especially if you get a glasses prescription out of the deal. But can an online eye test replace regular comprehensive eye exams with an […]
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