Cataract Doctors in Wyomissing, PA

As you evaluate cataract doctors in Wyomissing, PA, we encourage you to consider the highly qualified specialists at Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in disease diagnosis, treatment advances and surgical techniques to help people regain the gift of sight.

Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania is the leading ophthalmology practice in the region, with five convenient locations in Wyomissing, Pottsville, Pottstown, Lebanon, and Blandon.

Our highly skilled cataract surgeons include:

Adam Altman, MD, who received his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and was fellowship-trained at the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital.

Katherine Hu, MD, who graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and performed her ophthalmology residency at the prestigious Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins.

Christina Lippe, MD, who received her medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and performed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Oklahoma.

Michael A. Malstrom, MD, who attended Temple University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wills Eye Hospital.

Mehul H. Nagarsheth, MD, who received his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed his glaucoma fellowship at Tufts New England Eye Center and Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston.

Abhishek Nemani, MD, who received his medical degree from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse and was fellowship-trained in at the prestigious Scheie Eye Institute at the University of Pennsylvania.

Jonathan Primack, MD, who received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine and completed a Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary at Harvard Medical School.

Kevin J. Shah, MD, who received his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University and received his fellowship training at the Cincinnati Eye Institute at the University of Cincinnati.

Our cataract specialists use state-of-the art surgical techniques that are painless and precise and may even make it possible for you to see well up-close and at a distance after lens replacement without the need for glasses.

What Causes Cataracts?

Although most cataracts are a normal part of the aging process, other factors may contribute to their development, such as:

  • Genetics – Heredity often plays a part in the early development of cataracts. Some children are born with cataracts or develop them during childhood. The cataracts are usually removed soon after they are detected.
  • Disease – People with diabetes are known to be at a higher risk for developing cataracts. The cataracts may appear at a younger age and may progress faster. Hypertension may also cause cataracts to form earlier in life than they would have otherwise.
  • Medications – Oral, topical, and inhaled steroids and the long-term use of cholesterol medications have been found to be associated with the development of cataracts.
  • Eye injury or trauma –Eye injuries may cause cataracts to form weeks, months or years after the initial injury. Even an injury you thought was minor, such as being poked in the eye with a finger during a game of basketball, may result in a cataract.
  • Environment – Medical studies indicate that long-term or unprotected exposure to X-ray radiation, ultraviolet radiation (from the sun), infrared radiation (from welding and glass blowing), microwave radiation (from powerful satellite, radar and radio equipment), and cosmic radiation (from space) may cause cataracts to form.

Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis. The surgeon removes the cloudy natural lens of your eye and replaces it with a clear artificial lens called an intraocular lens implant (IOL).

The surgery is performed under a special microscope and involves making a tiny incision. An ultrasonic needle is then used to soften the old, cloudy lens material to make it easier to remove.

Once all of the cataract material has been removed, an artificial lens is inserted through the incision and positioned inside the eye, where it will stay. You will never feel the intraocular lens or even know it’s there. The incision will heal itself, and stitches are rarely required.

Cataract surgery is virtually painless and recovery is quick. Most cataract surgery patients are able to resume reading and watching TV by the day after surgery and return to work within two days to one week.

The cataract doctors at Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania offer patients the highest level of safety and comfort in our state-of-the-art surgical suites. If you think you may have a cataract, get in touch with us to schedule an evaluation.

For an appointment, call toll-free 1-800-762-7132.

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