Links

In addition to our own website, there are other sites on the Web that provide interesting eye care and vision health information.  Because we are committed to improving the overall eye health of our patients, we are providing the following selection of links to other websites you might find interesting and informative.  We have grouped some of the links into various categories to provide quick access to the topics of greatest interest to you.

If you have a suggestion for a new link, please send us an email, as we are always looking for good resources to pass along to our valued patients and visitors to our website.  We hope you find these sites helpful!


Associations

Below are some of the most recognized professional associations in the fields of ophthalmology and optometrics.

American Academy of Ophthalmology

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the largest national membership association of Eye MDs with over 7,000 members internationally.  The website provides an in-depth look at eye care health, while providing their membership with ongoing learning and support.

American Board of Ophthalmology

The ABO is an independent, non profit organization founded in 1916.  This organization is responsible for the certification and continual learning for ophthalmic practices across the country.

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

American Medical Association

Utah Medical Association


Eye and Vision Health

The following links provide some good general information on eye care and vision health.

Vision Research Center

Vision Research Center is an independent research organization focused on Eye Health. This site allows patients the opportunity to share their opinion as we seek to gain insight into the critical issues around current and future vision care management practices.

Cataract Surgery

This website produced by Alcon Inc., provides more detailed information about cataracts and cataract surgery.

All About Vision

A guide to eye care, LASIK laser eye surgery, eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision, eye exams, computer vision syndrome, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and other eye problems and diseases.  Contains eye doctor Q&A’s, frequently asked questions, and much more.

Eye Care Source

An informative website offering a plethora of information to consumers interested in learning more about overall eye care health.  Topics include everything from eye care, eye health, refractive surgery, eye conditions and diseases, choosing proper contacts, maintaining eye glasses, and much more.

National Eye Institute

The National Eye Institute (NEI) was established by Congress in 1968 to protect and prolong the vision of the American people.  Their main purpose is to develop public and professional education programs to help prevent blindness, reduce visual impairment, and increase awareness of services and devices that are available for people with low vision.

LATISSE

The official LATISSETM  website with information about the purpose, mechanism, indications for use, application, and photos of patients who have used LATISSETM .


General Health

Other health related websites of interest on the Web.

HealthCentral.com

Healthcentral.com.com is one of the most trusted sources of medical information and up to date news and contains a doctor-approved health encyclopedia of diseases and conditions, the ability to find symptoms and treatments.  Also drug information with side effects and interactions.

HealthFinder

Features daily health news on a variety of useful topics. Includes some health information sorted by gender, age, and race.

WebMD

The world's leading source for trustworthy and timely health and medical news and information.  Provides credible health information, supportive community, and educational services by blending award-winning expertise in content, community services, expert commentary, and medical review.


Care Credit

Care Credit

CareCredit is a personal line of credit for healthcare treatments and
procedures for your entire family, including your pets. It works like a
credit card but it has two advantages. It can only be used for
healthcare services and you can get No Interest* financing every time
you use it. Simply pay your minimum monthly payment and pay off the
entire balance by the end of your promotional period and you pay No
Interest.