During his time in optometry school, Dr. Truong was an active member of the Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (SVOSH) and Lion’s Club. As a member of both, he visited underserved villages in Nicaragua and Mexico during his summer breaks to provide free eye examinations and glasses. Dr. Truong completed his rotations at ophthalmology practices in Atlanta and Florida that specialized in refractive surgery and ocular disease. He has also received extensive training in pediatrics, specialty contact lens fittings for astigmatism, multi-focal, and keratoconus, and the pre-operative and post-operative care of patients.
Glaucoma is an eye disease resulting in increased pressure inside the eye. This increased pressure can lead to vision loss and impairment.
Ophthalmology
Macular Degeneration
Vitamins C and E are great antioxidants for our overall health but also our eye health. Vitamin C lowers the risk of developing cataracts and might help slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). A great source of vitamin C is citrus fruit (oranges, lemons, and grapefruits). We also need vitamin E to protect our eyes from molecules that disrupt healthy tissue (called “free radicals”). A great way to get plenty of vitamin E is to eat sweet potatoes.
Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s internal lens structures. The cataract blocks light, making it difficult to see, and can get worse over time.
Eye Exam
While there may be some obvious signs of visual disorders, many vision problems can only be detected by a qualified eye doctor during a comprehensive eye exam.
Diabetic retinopathy is the most common type of diabetic eye disease. With diabetic retinopathy, the blood vessels in the retina do not sense light as they normally would because they are constricted or damaged.