Family Eye Center Optometry

WOW! It’s been quite a year hasn’t it?! What are you looking forward to the most in 2021?

Wishing everyone a healthy and very Merry Christmas!

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Update on COVID-19 We appreciate your support and understanding to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to our friends and family members within our community and country. Due to the extension of shelter in place order by San Mateo County until May 3rd, all of the regularly scheduled routine eye appointments will be canceled we will reach out to reschedule.... During these times it is critical that we preserve our emergency rooms for conditions that are best managed there. To update you on the status of emergency eye care during these difficult times: our doctor will continue to be available for red eyes, sudden vision changes, eye injuries, and other urgent issues for both established and new patients. We are here to help you and stay committed to offering you the best care possible with convenient access. For now, coming in to see us may not be possible, but we can still see and help you through telehealth examinations. If you’re not sure what your specific needs are, feel free to call/text or email us at 650-654-2015 or [email protected]. If you are running low on contacts please let us know as our doctor has pre-approved to extend your prescription due to the unforeseen circumstances. As your contact lens supplies run out, we can order and drop-ship a supply of contact lenses directly to your home while offering free shipping during this time. Although our optical will be closed until further notice, we are currently offering curbside delivery to reduce the traffic and exposure through the office. Just call us when you arrive and we’ll bring your items right out to you. Also, if your eyeglasses break and need to be repaired we can help. Taking all these necessary precautions will allow the walk-in clinics and emergency rooms to be available for those affected with COVID-19. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation in keeping everyone safe and healthy. Please call our office with any questions or concerns, we are always here for you! Wishing you the best of health, Alina Kagan, O.D.

Why is it so important for diabetics to get a yearly eye exam? Not only does diabetes affect your body but it can also seriously damage your vision, potentially leading to vision loss. With the proper care, like getting a yearly dilated eye exam & maintaining a healthy diet, you can help keep your eyes healthy! Contact us to schedule your yearly dilated eye exam.

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Diet plays an important role in preventing or mitigating diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Read on to learn what foods to increase and which ones to avoid. What’s your favorite recipes using these eye-healthy nutrients, comment below!

Now that face masks are part of our everyday wardrobe, you may notice your eyes getting a little dryer than usual. Here are some tips to keep that from happening: - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. This will ensure the moisture exits through the side of your mask and not above it. - Try to blink more frequently. - Ask us about lubricating eye drops.

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Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.

Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.

For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:

Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:

Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight

Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free! - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. - Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture. - Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!

October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!