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At Hauser Ross Eye Institute in Sycamore, we emphasize the importance of early cataract detection to protect your vision. June is Cataract Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to remind our patients that regular eye exams are essential for detecting cataracts before they affect your sight. Early detection can help ensure that you preserve… Read More

At Hauser Ross Eye Institute in Sycamore, we understand that glaucoma is a serious condition that can lead to vision loss if not properly managed. Fortunately, there are several effective treatments available to help manage intraocular pressure and protect your vision. With advanced options like laser treatments, medication delivery systems, and minimally invasive surgery, our… Read More

Your 40s are often a time of new focus—on career, family, and health. But they’re also a time when your eyes may start to need more attention. At Hauser-Ross Eye Institute, we help adults in Sycamore and nearby communities understand and manage age-related vision changes with advanced care and personalized treatment options. 👓 What Happens… Read More

At Hauser Ross Eye Institute in Sycamore, we provide comprehensive care for glaucoma patients, from early diagnosis through advanced surgical interventions. Our ophthalmologists are leaders in treating this sight-threatening condition with state-of-the-art techniques and technology. Understanding the Impact of Glaucoma 👁️ Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease that damages the optic nerve, often due to… Read More

Residents of Sycamore and surrounding DeKalb County are discovering the freedom of crystal-clear vision through advanced laser eye surgery. At Hauser-Ross Eye Institute, we specialize in helping patients navigate the nuanced world of vision correction, with LASIK and PRK offering transformative solutions for those seeking visual independence. Understanding LASIK and PRK: What Sets Them Apart?… Read More

When it comes to restoring your vision and enhancing your quality of life, Hauser-Ross Eye Institute is at the forefront of innovative eye care. If cataracts are affecting your ability to see clearly, advanced technology lenses (ATLs) offer a transformative solution that goes beyond traditional cataract surgery. What Are Advanced Technology Lenses? Advanced technology lenses… Read More

The Anatomy Of The Eye Your eyes are mucous membranes, just like your mouth or your nose. This means that it is possible to receive and transmit various bacteria and viruses through your eyes. Some studies have shown that patients with COVID-19 may develop conjunctivitis as an early sign of infection or during hospitalization in… Read More

If you’ve ever watched a loved one slowly lose their independence as the result of the blindness caused by macular degeneration, you know how devastating the diagnosis can be. However, as clinical studies make new discoveries and technology is developed to delay the disease’s progression, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) becomes less scary and the prognosis… Read More

It’s not uncommon for our vision to change as we get older. Even if you had perfect vision when you entered adulthood, it’s rare to go your entire life without a few vision adjustments. It may start with needing readers to see a menu or a text message and progress from there. But how do… Read More

Learn More About the Vivity™ Extended Vision IOL from Chief Surgeon, Dr. Matthew Johnson Hauser-Ross Eye Institute is proud to announce that chief surgeon, Matthew Johnson, M.D., has been chosen by Alcon Laboratories Inc. as one of the first surgeons in the Chicagoland area to implant and have access to the newly FDA approved Acrysof… Read More