InfantSEE

Attention parents...Ever wondered what your infant can see? We have the answers to your questions. Here atAdvanced Family Eye Care we start seeing infants as young as 6 months. Our InfantSEE program offers no cost eye exam between 6-12 months. The first year of life is one of the most critical stages in childhood development. From
the moment they open their eyes, newborns undergo dramatic physical and mental changes. Don’t forget to bring your little one in today for his or her first eye exam. Call out office today at 704-822-9920.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes by causing deterioration of the blood vessels in the retina. These weakened vessels may leak fluid or blood. If left untreated, this leakage can lead to blindness. Diabetes is the number one cause of blindness under the age of 65. An annual dilated eye examination, along with a strict control of blood sugar, is imperative in delaying the onset of diabetic retinopathy and slowing the progression of early case. Call our office today at 704-822-9920 to schedule your eye examination. - Melissa Stoltz

Retinoblastoma and InfantSEE

Every parent dreads to hear the word "cancer," but cancer has a high prevalence in the United States. Retinoblastoma is a rare type of eye cancer occurring in young children that develops in the retina, the light sensitive lining at the back of the eye. Advanced Family Eye Care offers a no cost comprehensive eye examin...ation to infant’s ages 6 months – 12 months. Early detection of cancer can greatly reduce the severity of the illness and increase life expectancy. - Amber Smith
*Photo of an infant after removal of her retinoblastoma found during an InfantSEE exam

Posterior Vitreous Detachment

A Posterior Vitreous Detachment, or PVD, is a common condition were the vitreous (a jelly like substance that makes up the volume of the eye) becomes more of a liquid and peels away from the retina. This condition can become more common with age and higher prescriptions. Most common symptoms are floaters or flashes o...f light. If you have experienced this please contact our office ASAP. - Brooke Fish

Thank you to our staff!

Drs. Barker-Assell, Assell, and Hoyle would like to take the time to say thank you to our staff. You truly are the foundation of our practice and you are very much appreciated! You are amazing!

Cole Haan

As architects of modern American style, Cole Haan celebrates where classic meets cool with a spirited attitude that trumps age. The brand’s fashionable design merges with innovation to re-imagine product in simple, yet remarkable ways. Cole Haan Eyewear effortlessly fuses form with function and focuses on simple styling with a decided edge. The result is a look that is timeless...

Sports Goggles

Did you know that a person with a sports related eye injury visits an emergency room every 13 minutes? Over 85% of children do not utilize protective eyewear in situations that represent a risk of eye injury. Regular glasses and contact lenses provide little or no protection. Liberty Sport provides eye protection to... significantly reduce the risk of a sport-related eye injury. Ask Drs. Barker-Assell, Assell, or Hoyle about options for your child!