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Does LASIK Laser Eye Surgery Hurt?

LASIK does not hurt. Most patients only feel a pressure sensation during the eye surgery, and any discomfort after surgery is usually mild and temporary. Learn more.

How Long Do Cataract Lenses Last?

The artificial lenses implanted during cataract surgery to restore clear vision should last you a lifetime. Learn more about cataract lens implant options.

Glaucoma Risk Factors and Strategies for Prevention

While glaucoma can strike anyone, certain factors can increase an individual's risk. Learn about risk factors as well as strategies for preventing glaucoma.

Glaucoma Eye Drops

The most common treatment for glaucoma is prescription eye drops, which lower the pressure inside the eye to reduce the risk of damage to the optic nerve.

Welcome Dr. Lisa M. Tom, M.D. to Washington Eye Physicians & Surgeons

Washington Eye Physicians & Surgeons is pleased to welcome Dr. Lisa Tom, a comprehensive and glaucoma ophthalmologist, to our practice.

Dr. Marwa Adi Earns EVO ICL Certified Surgeon Designation

Washington Eye Physicians and Surgeons is pleased to announce that Dr. Marwa Adi has completed the rigorous surgical training required to earn the designation as a EVO ICL Certified Surgeon

Welcome Divya Bhandari, OD to Washington Eye Physicians & Surgeons

Washington Eye Physicians and Surgeons is pleased to welcome board-certified optometrist Divya Bhandari, OD to our practice in Chevy Chase, MD.

Lecture: Glaucoma Research Update

Watch a lecture hosted by the Prevention of Blindness Society in which glaucoma expert Dr. Arthur Schwartz discusses the latest glaucoma research.

Lecture: Introduction to Glaucoma

Watch a lecture which provides an introduction to glaucoma by Howard Weiss, MD, MPH, an ophthalmologist at Washington Eye Physicians and Surgeons.

What Is A Pterygium?

A pterygium is a fleshy growth on the surface of the eye. While it may look intimidating, the growth itself is actually mostly harmless. Learn more.