West Coast Eye Care & Acuity Eye Group

Acuity Eye Group is growing and looking for great talent to join our team! We are currently looking for back office talent to join our teams in #SanDiego (1337) and #Escondido (1390). Easily apply via text message using the codes below. #healthcare #healthcarejobs #ophthalmologyjobs #acuityeyegroup #sandiegojobs #sandiegocareers

Today's #FeedbackFriday comes from a patient in our #NationalCity location in San Diego. Great job, team! We'd also like to remind everyone not to put off any health or vision care they may need during these uncertain times. Our #1 priority is our patients. That's why we've instituted a number of protocols to ensure we can continue to care for you safely. #patientsfirst #acuityeyegroup #healthcare #ophthalmology #optometry #patientexperience #patienttestimonial

With the uncertainty and disruption brought on by the #COVID19 pandemic, it’s understandable that many individuals have put off routine health or vision care. Unfortunately, this can have unintended consequences for patients, as chronic conditions could worsen and new conditions may go undetected early on, when diseases are most easily treated. At Acuity Eye Group, we understand the seriousness of COVID-19, which is why we’ve instituted a number of precautions to ensure we can continue to care for you safely, such as conducting temperature checks, requiring masks, and enforcing social distancing in our waiting rooms. #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #healthcare #eyecare #optometry

Not every disability is visible. That’s the theme of this year’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, where we bring awareness to the unique experiences faced by those with disabilities. While not always obvious to the public, disabilities can have a significant impact on how one experiences the world. Visual impairments remain among the most common forms of disability. Many times, the person may not be wearing glasses or using a white mobility cane as often time...s, the individual retains *some* sight. However, those impacted may be hesitant to disclose the limitations brought on by vision-impairing diseases such as glaucoma, or the neurological impact of a stroke. Every person with a disability has a unique story to tell. #IDPD encourages us to refrain from judgement and listen to those experiences as we work towards building a more inclusive and accessible society. #acuityeyegroup

Don't forget to add the flu shot to your list of fall activities! Flu season is upon us and staying healthy has never been more important. Ensuring you get the #flushot is one of the best ways you can protect yourself and your loved ones while doing your part to minimize the burden on our healthcare systems currently fighting #COVID19. Remember, the flu shot takes two weeks to take effect, so don’t wait! The sooner you get vaccinated, the less likely you’ll get sick, and the ...less likely you’ll have severe symptoms if you do get sick. #acuityeyegroup #healthcare #fighttheflu #fluvaccine #fluseason #publichealth

Happy #FeedbackFriday! Today's review comes from our #LongBeach location. It's difficult to overstate how important healthy vision is to a child's learning and development. Wondering if your child needs to see an eye doctor? Most children should have their eyes examined at age 3, then every two years as they enter school age. #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #pediatrics #pediatricophthalmology #eyecare

Today's #FeedbackFriday comes from a patient in our Downtown Los Angeles office. Congrats #DTLA! As mentioned in this review, all of our locations are enforcing a number of precautions in order to keep both you and our team members safe. This includes requiring all patients and staff wear masks, conducting temperature checks, and enforcing social distancing. #acuityeyegroup #covid19 #ophthalmology #healthcare

According to the CDC, #diabeticretinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss among adults in the country. But that's not all: #diabetes can also raise your risk for other vision complications, such as cataracts and glaucoma. Read more about the different forms of diabetic eye disease in our latest blog below.

For most of us, this Thanksgiving is unlike any we’ve experienced before. During a year where we’ve been called to make great sacrifices, it’s important to reflect on the things that deserve our gratitude. We are #thankful for the healthcare workers and first responders who have worked tirelessly to keep us safe. And we are thankful for our doctors, team members, and patients whose lives we get to impact each and every day. We wish everyone a happy and enjoyable Thanksgiving!

As of 2020, 1 billion individuals around the world have a preventable visual impairment. Every year, the ophthalmic community observes #WorldSightDay and recommits itself to bringing awareness and education on vision loss around the globe. #acuityeyegroup #healthcare #visionhealth

Whether it's helping you get through the workday, easing a long commute, or providing background noise while you wash the dishes, podcasts are always there to make the day-to-day just a little better! In honor of #internationalpodcastday, check out Dr. Reid Wainess' appearance on the #Ologies podcast, discussing glasses, contacts, LASIK, cataracts, and more. http://ow.ly/DRLf50BFN0X

We are thrilled to announce that a number of our physicians have been recognized as a #topdoctor in Pasadena, Los Angeles, and San Diego for the 2020 year. Healthcare research firm Castle Connolly’s physician-led team of researchers follows a rigorous screening process to select top doctors, and careful screening of doctors’ educational and professional experience is essential before final selection. Congratulations to our doctors on this impressive achievement!... #acuityeyegroup #ophthalmology #healthcare #pasadena #losangeles #sandiego

In the last 70 years, the incredible evolution of #intraocularlenses and #cataractsurgery has returned the gift of sight to millions of individuals. Dr. Jessica Boeckmann, recorded here performing a successful surgery that took less than ten minutes, is proud of work she does and its positive impact on patient lives.

Is there something you're overlooking in your prescription medications? Because the structures of our eyes are so complex, they can be especially prone to side effects from even the most common medications. Click the link below to see if yours is on the list. https://www.acuityeyegroup.com/about-us//prescription-drugs

As the #CaliforniaFires continue to burn throughout both northern and southern regions of the state, it's not just flames that we need to worry about; wildfire smoke continues to impact the air quality of millions and is leaving many of us with itchy, dry, and irritated eyes. We've assembled a few tips to combat the ocular symptoms of irritation brought on by wildfire smoke. We'd also like to include a friendly reminder to follow all local advisories regarding evacuations. Stay calm and stay safe, everyone!

19 years ago, one of the worst calamities in modern history would bring out the best of us: We witnessed the courage of the first responders who rushed to Ground Zero as billows of smoke rose from the New York City skyline, and the resolve of a country that stood united even in the face of such unprecedented loss. Today, we honor the memories of the nearly 3,000 lives lost on that fateful day. We remember the tragedy, the stories of immeasurable bravery, and the unrelenting strength of our nation. #NeverForget

Picture your future - what do you see? According to our Surgeon General, there's never been a better time to make eye health a priority and ensure good vision for years to come.

Dr. Sahar Bedrood is one of the first ophthalmologists in California to perform surgery with the iStent inject W, one of the newest minimally- invasive glaucoma surgery devices to hit the market. We're always so honored to be able to offer the latest technologies and treatments to our patients! #ophthalmology #glaucoma #acuityeyegroup #cataracts

This is the reason our physicians and team members get up to go to work everyday: the opportunity to change the lives of so many people by giving them the gift of sight. We thank you for the privilege. #ophthalmology #acuityeyegroup #optometry #glaucoma #healthcare #patientappreciation

Happy #nationalbookloversday from our team at Acuity Eye Group! Pictured is Dr. Sahar Bedrood, renowned eye surgeon and avid bookworm, sharing her love of reading with her children. So what's been on your reading list this summer?