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How Did I Get Cataracts?

Optometrists and ophthalmologists are able to see this on annual dilated eye exams, so when you hear the word ‘cataracts,’ don’t worry!  You’re not alone and, at Virginia Eye

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Susie’s Cataract Surgery Experience

Susie has always been proud to be a Virginia Eye Consultants employee, and she is even prouder to be a patient.

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World Sight Day

The top causes of visual impairments are refractive error, cataracts, and glaucoma, but just visiting the eye doctor can treat most of these.

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Virginia Eye Consultants Leads the Way With iStent Inject

The iStent Inject is the smallest medical implant ever approved by the FDA.  It is designed for open-angle glaucoma patients who need their cataracts removed. 

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Old Friend, New Vision

Linda Buckley flew all the way across the country to have Dr. Scoper, at Virginia Eye Consultants, remove her cataracts.

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Dr. Elizabeth Yeu Leads the Way

The NGENUITY 3D Visualization System allows surgeons to operate looking at a high definition 3D screen, instead of bending to look through the eye-piece of a microscope.

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New ACTIVEFOCUS™ Intraocular Lens Offers Cataract Patients Unprecedented Results

Dr. Stephen V. Scoper was the first in Virginia to implant this innovative ACTIVEFOCUS™ IOL, and he has found it to provide exceptional results.

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It’s Cataract Awareness Month

Don’t let cataracts impair you from the vision that you desire. Talk to your optometrist to see if you are ready for cataract surgery.

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Why Cataract Surgery Is Better Than Ever

Watch cataract and refractive surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Yeu discuss the potential of cataract surgery these days, and why it’s better than ever before.

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Patients Choosing to Undergo Cataract Surgery Earlier

Watch Dr. Yeu’s interview below to learn more about the struggles that come with cataracts and why patients are seeking treatment in the condition’s earliest stages.

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Benefits of Laser Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is one of the most common eye surgeries performed at Virginia Eye Consultants. Patients come from all over to seek the expertise of our highly experienced eye

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How Long Is Recovery After Cataract Surgery?

With an extremely high success rate, cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures at Virginia Eye Consultants.

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Are There Complications Associated with Cataract Surgery?

Cataract surgery is a life-changing procedure that can dramatically improve the clarity of a person’s eyesight.

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Stephen Scoper, M.D. Featured on ABC Channel 13

Dr. Scoper Speaks at the Washington, D.C. Ophthalmology Society Meeting

Dr. Scoper. was the guest speaker at a recent Washington D.C. Ophthalmology Society meeting, where he discussed two clinical trials of a new nonsteroidal eye drop, Ilevro.

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Elizabeth Yeu, MD: Featured Writer in Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today.

Elizabeth Yeu, MD is a featured writer in Advanced Ocular Care’s March 2013 issue of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today.

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The Hampton Roads Show Visits Virginia Eye Consultants to Discuss Cataract Surgery

Dr. Stephen Scoper appeared on this morning's broadcast of The Hampton Roads Show, discussing advances in cataract surgery.

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Love Your Eyes

Given the great importance most of us place on sight, it would seem to follow that we’d give them the best care possible, but sometimes we get too busy or we forget...

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The Laser Cataract Surgery Difference

Dr. Scoper is one of only a few eye surgeons in the entire country certified to use revolutionary laser technology for the treatment of cataracts.

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Dr. Scoper Discusses the Basics of Cataract Surgery on The Hampton Roads Show

August is National Cataract Awareness Month. According to a study by the National Eye Institute, cataracts affect more than 20 million Americans age 40 and older.

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August is National Cataract Awareness Month

August is National Cataract Awareness Month. Cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye and the leading cause of vision loss in people over age 55.

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Study Shows Cataract Surgery Can Reduce the Risk of Hip Fractures

A recent study shows the risk of hip fractures is greatly reduced for Medicare patients who undergo cataract surgery compared to those who have cataracts but do not have them

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VEC is the First Practice to Perform New LifeStyle Lens™ Procedure

In continuing to develop a national reputation as a leader in ophthalmology, Stephen V. Scoper, M.D., is the first surgeon in the Hampton Roads area to implant the groundbreak

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Restore your clear vision with ReSTOR

Are you finding it harder to focus your eyes while reading or driving? Maybe your vision seems blurry or dim even though you just bought a new pair of glasses.

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