Feb 26, 2023
Having an autoimmune disease like Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus can affect your tear production and eye health.
Jan 24, 2023
Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Turner Eye Institute to schedule your appointment.
Jan 12, 2023
Is your toddler blinking more frequently? Here are some potential reasons why.
Dec 27, 2022
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of permanent vision loss in people over the age of 60. The earlier the diagnosis, the better...
Dec 08, 2022
Your eye experts at Turner Eye Institute have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us...
Dec 01, 2022
Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take...
Nov 15, 2022
Eye exams aren't just important for your eye health. They can often reveal serious problems with your general health. Read on to learn how an eye exam...
Oct 26, 2022
Many scientific studies have confirmed that exposure to various things in the environment can negatively affect our eye health and vision. Read on to learn...
Oct 19, 2022
It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...
Sep 28, 2022
Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...
Sep 11, 2022
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...
Aug 31, 2022
Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Turner Eye Institute without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of...
Aug 15, 2022
Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...
Jul 27, 2022
Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...
Jul 17, 2022
Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...
Jun 27, 2022
Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.
Jun 20, 2022
Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.
May 29, 2022
Working at home has many benefits, but it can also trigger computer-related eye strain. Here are some proven ways to reduce digital eye strain, whether...
May 16, 2022
At some point in our lives, we've all had our eyes examined using an eye chart – whether during a school screening or at the...
May 02, 2022
Bloodshot eyes can be harmless, but may also be a sign of an underlying eye condition.
Apr 27, 2022
Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.
Mar 31, 2022
If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, your optometrist will monitor its progression and manage your symptoms. Once you need surgery, your optometrist can direct you...
Mar 20, 2022
This March, in honor of National Save Your Vision Month, we’ve compiled a list of 5 essential ways to help you keep your eyes healthy...
Mar 01, 2022
There are many reasons why your eyes may feel itchy and sore. However, new research suggests that these symptoms can also be linked to COVID-19.
Feb 14, 2022
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give your eyes some love. Here are 10 ways you can give your eyes the...
Jan 31, 2022
An eyelid twitch can develop for a number of reasons, and most of the time it’s not a cause for concern. Find out what may...
Jan 06, 2022
Your children's vision is their primary window into the world around them. Keeping their eyesight healthy is an important part of allowing them to experience...
Dec 28, 2021
Did you know that pregnancy hormones can affect your vision? Read on to learn about the possible visual changes that some women may experience while...
Dec 06, 2021
For many children, learning via a digital device has become routine, and their eyes are paying the price. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize digital...
Nov 25, 2021
Creating healthy living habits is a great way to preserve your vision throughout your lifetime. These can help keep your eyes healthy and your vision...
Nov 01, 2021
If you've noticed that your vision turns hazy after enjoying a meal, you may have an early stage of diabetes mellitus. Here's how your optometrist...
Oct 11, 2021
Eye care is just as important for children as it is for adults. The sooner you teach your children how to care for their eyes,...
Oct 05, 2021
Do your eyes become irritated and itchy when you wear contact lenses? Could be dry eye syndrome, allergies or the contact lenses themselves. Read on...
Sep 29, 2021
Mosquito bites are annoying but on the eyelid they can be particularly uncomfortable and even impact your vision. Find out what you can do to...
Aug 15, 2021
As we age our eyes start to change, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle with declining vision. Find out what you can do...
Aug 10, 2021
Although COVID is still present in our lives, we are slowly returning to a semi-normal life. With so many disruptions this past year, the one...
Jul 29, 2021
If you wear contact lenses, you likely appreciate the freedom it provides. But did you know that wearing contact lenses in water or while sleeping...
Jul 20, 2021
Choosing the right eye drops to relieve dry eye syndrome can be a real challenge, as there are several brands and products on the market....
Jun 22, 2021
Since blue eyes contain very little melanin — a pigment that helps block out light, including the sun’s harmful UV rays and blue light —...
Jun 17, 2021
More and more children are being diagnosed with myopia, a common refractive error associated with developing serious eye diseases later in life, such as macular...
May 25, 2021
Dilated eye exams make it possible for eye doctors to better assess your eye health and are the only way to detect certain eye diseases.
May 20, 2021
Multifocal contact lenses can help people with presbyopia (age-related farsightedness) see clearly, whether focusing on close or distant objects.
Apr 28, 2021
Ever wonder why rock superstar Bono wears sunglasses, even when indoors? It's not due to his "look", but rather is related to managing his glaucoma.
Apr 06, 2021
Eye herpes can cause several uncomfortable symptoms and recurring flare-ups. In extreme cases, it can lead to blindness. Discover how your eye doctor can help.
Mar 22, 2021
Many factors contribute to vision loss, some of which may even be relevant to you. Read on to learn what puts a person at risk...
Mar 14, 2021
Sleep apnea is associated with high blood pressure and heart failure; it also causes eye-related issues. Find out how your eye condition may be linked...
Feb 25, 2021
Glare is that annoying bright light that causes you to squint. It also can cause eye strain when using your computer. Luckily, anti-glare coated glasses...
Feb 15, 2021
If you don't see well while driving at night, there's a chance you have night blindness. Night blindness, or nyctalopia, is the inability to see...
Jan 27, 2021
It may surprise you to learn that contact lenses can be safely worn by children aged 8 and over. Read on to learn more about...
Jan 13, 2021
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases causing damage to the optic nerve that can lead to vision loss or blindness. While there is a...
Dec 21, 2020
Contact lenses that don’t fit properly can cause discomfort and even eye damage. During a contact lens exam, your eye doctor will perform various tests...
Dec 06, 2020
The older one gets, the more the eye changes and the higher the risk of developing sight-threatening conditions. Learn about why middle-aged people need reading...
Nov 25, 2020
Diabetic retinopathy is a potentially sight-threatening condition caused by high blood sugar levels in diabetics. Fortunately, your eye doctor can advise on how to manage...
Nov 05, 2020
If you or your child is new to wearing contact lenses, read our Top 5 Tips to make the adjustment easier.
Oct 22, 2020
Sunglasses aren’t just for summer. Why not, you ask? Read on to find out why sunglasses are just as much “fall wear” as jackets are.
Oct 11, 2020
Consuming certain vitamins and nutrients can support your eye health and potentially ward off serious eye diseases and conditions. Read on to find out more!
Sep 26, 2020
Cataracts cause blurry vision and, if left untreated — blindness. According to studies, cataracts are expected to affect more than 50 million Americans by the...
Sep 23, 2020
Myopia or nearsightedness is most commonly corrected with prescription glasses or contact lenses. As children grow, their prescription often gets stronger, what we call “progressive...
Sep 17, 2020
Eye floaters are usually normal. But what causes them and when do they indicate a serious eye problem that needs emergency eye care?
Aug 27, 2020
Driving long distances, prolonged screen time and even reading can cause eye strain symptoms like headaches and blurry vision. Here are some eye exercises that...
Aug 26, 2020
Many people with severe dry eye or irregularly shaped corneas find standard contact lenses uncomfortable or impossible to wear. Scleral lenses don’t touch the cornea,...
Aug 26, 2020
Cataracts, which are caused by the build-up of protein on the lens of the eye, are usually age-related, but other causes can bring about the...
Aug 17, 2020
Adjusting to new eyeglasses can take time, but persistent visual or eyestrain symptoms that accompany your new eyewear could warrant a call to your optometrist.
Aug 05, 2020
Whether you work in an office, from home, or outdoors, certain elements of your work environment could be contributing to dry eye symptoms. Read on...
Jul 28, 2020
If you wear glasses and a face mask, you’ve probably struggled with “mask fog.” Your lenses get all misty, requiring you to wipe your eyewear...
Jul 21, 2020
With summer vacation just around the corner, there’s no better time to choose LASIK surgery. Here are the reasons.
Jul 20, 2020
To get maximal eye protection from your sunglasses, consider replacing them every two years, according to a study conducted in Brazil. Over time, protective UV...
Jul 15, 2020
Certain contact lens wearers experience eyes that are dry, red, itchy, uncomfortable, and painful. Though eye drops can offer relief, it tends to be temporary....
Jul 14, 2020
Many people don't realize they have a vision problem. Perhaps they've gone years without glasses and haven't noticed the gradual change in their vision. Or...
Jul 12, 2020
Don’t let dry eyes stop you from enjoying your time outdoors. If you experience any dry eye symptoms, implement the following tips, or get an...
Jul 07, 2020
Is your eyelid twitching again? Dry eye syndrome could be at the root of those little eyelid spasms. Treating your dry eyes can help reduce...
Jul 01, 2020
Age-related cataracts are extremely common, with more than 50% of adults developing cataracts by the age of 65. Left untreated, cataracts may lead to vision...
Jun 28, 2020
Countless people around the world wear daily disposable contact lenses or dailies. These popular single-use lenses are removed and discarded at the end of each...
Jun 01, 2020
Blurry vision can have many causes and may not always be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. Insufficient tears or poor tear quality are often...
May 28, 2020
Learn the facts about this revolutionary refractive surgery Most of the time, when people talk about vision correction surgery they’re either discussing LASIK or lens...
May 27, 2020
Are you using your eye drops the right way? If not used properly, drops may not only lose their effectiveness, but could also damage your...
May 25, 2020
An online eye exam is an automated and interactive vision test that claims to measure mainly visual acuity. It may seem like a convenient way...
May 19, 2020
1 in 5 people sleep with their eyes open. Known as nocturnal lagophthalmos, this condition can interfere with sleep and cause people to wake up...
May 13, 2020
Optometrists are slowly reopening their practices to offer routine services like eye exams for contact lenses, glasses, and eye surgery. This time around they will...
May 12, 2020
How does this vision correction surgery compare with LASIK? If you’re interested in seeing crisp and clear without glasses or contact lenses and LASIK isn’t...
May 12, 2020
COVID-19’s rapid sweep across the country has forced optical practices to make rapid clinical management decisions. Some optometrists temporarily shuttered their businesses due to the...
May 04, 2020
To Our Valued Patients, With the evolving situation of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and under the guidelines of the Health Officer of the Alameda...
May 03, 2020
During the COVID-19 outbreak, we have been going above and beyond to ensure that people are receiving emergency eye care. If you're having an eye...
Apr 23, 2020
With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in full-swing, it's important to practice good eye hygiene because eyes are a portal for infectious diseases. Implement these...
Apr 21, 2020
Tears flush out toxins, provide vital oxygen and nutrients to our eyes, and, among countless other benefits, ensure that our eyes remain lubricated and healthy....
Apr 16, 2020
Tele-optometry is a branch of telemedicine that can cover a wide range of problems and treatments related to vision and ocular health. Tele-medicine delivers medical...
Apr 13, 2020
We all instinctively rub our eyes, whether we're tired, our eyes are itchy or when something gets stuck in them. However, did you know that...
Apr 12, 2020
You and your children are likely spending more time on mobile devices and computer screens than ever before. Too much time spent staring at screens...
Apr 09, 2020
An eye care emergency is defined as medical care for conditions requiring prompt medical attention due to a sudden change in ocular or visual health.
Apr 05, 2020
If your eyes burn, itch or feel gritty, you may have dry eye syndrome. This is typically caused by a low production of tears or...
Apr 01, 2020
Coronavirus and Your Eyeglasses Did you know that our glasses (this includes the lenses and the frame) can potentially transfer viruses, such as COVID-19, to...
Mar 30, 2020
A look at treatments for your future vision with keratoconus First of all, keratoconus is not a blinding condition. It is a non-inflammatory eye disease...
Mar 26, 2020
As coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads around the world, health professionals are demanding that people limit their personal risk of contracting the virus by thoroughly washing their...
Mar 18, 2020
Is your eye doctor's appointment coming up? Are you worried about going to the eye clinic during the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic? Rest assured, keeping...
Mar 17, 2020
Wearing traditional contact lenses is particularly uncomfortable when you have dry eye syndrome as it can further exacerbate itchy and irritated eyes. Fortunately, there is...
Mar 13, 2020
Do kids and contact lenses make good partners? Many parents question whether children are good candidates for wearing contact lenses safely. In general, yes –...
Feb 28, 2020
Your vision depends on your eyeball shape. A perfectly shaped eye will provide crystal vision, whereas any deviation in size or irregularity in contour will...
Feb 26, 2020
Everyone seems to be staring at a screen these days, whether their computer, their smartphone or another digital device. The stress it puts on your...
Feb 23, 2020
Having LASIK surgery or other refractive surgeries does not prevent you from getting cataract surgery later in life. Here’s why. ...
Feb 18, 2020
Nation-wide awareness about the vast dangers of obesity is at an all-time high, with TV shows like “The Biggest Loser” and health initiatives such as...
Jan 27, 2020
Playing outside in a snowy winter wonderland can be magical. Under clear skies in the sunshine, the soft white landscape becomes just about irresistible, whether...
Jan 24, 2020
If your last eye exam revealed that you have 20/20 vision, you probably walked out of the eye care center with a big smile! It’s...
Jan 20, 2020
Glaucoma patients in need of cataract surgery due to their hazy and clouded vision may wonder whether the procedure is a safe option, as it...
Jan 16, 2020
Did you know that people with diabetes are 20 times more likely to get eye diseases than those without it? There are three major eye...
Jan 06, 2020
New research links certain eye conditions to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s. The use of digital eye exams and retinal scans to predict dementia is...
Jan 05, 2020
It is not uncommon for patients to experience post-surgery refractive errors, particularly following a corneal transplant. To achieve clear and comfortable vision, scleral lenses are...
Jan 01, 2020
The use of heaters, as lovely as they are, can contribute to dry eye symptoms. Dry eye is one of the most common eye-health concerns...
Dec 26, 2019
Real laser eye surgery patients share their stories Many people think about getting LASIK for years, and then one day, something clicks – and they...
Dec 22, 2019
Your eyes aren't just the windows to your soul — they can also reveal valuable information about your general health beyond whether you need glasses,...
Dec 15, 2019
Are your eyes red, watery, itchy and burning? There's a chance you may have Dry Eye Disease (DES). Check whether you have unused eyecare benefits...
Dec 11, 2019
Smoking harms nearly every system in your body — including your eyes. Though we are all aware of the health effects associated with smoking, such...
Dec 10, 2019
Winter is entering full-swing, which also means that your eyes can experience unfavorable effects. This season's cool and arid winds may trigger dry eye symptoms,...
Nov 26, 2019
Once you and your doctor have decided on the type of contact lenses you'll need, it's time to choose the most suitable contact lens solution...
Nov 08, 2019
The sensation of burning eyes can have several causes - read on to find out what they are and which treatment options are available.
Nov 04, 2019
Swimming in a pool with your contacts on or topping off your solution may seem harmless, but they could compromise your contact lenses and your...
Oct 23, 2019
Whether you live in a cold climate or have visited one in the winter, you have probably seen someone who just walked in from the...
Oct 21, 2019
Your Eye Doctor in San Leandro, Concord, and Castro Valley explains LASIK is considered one of the safest elective surgeries and performed widely around the...
Oct 19, 2019
Dry Eye Syndrome Affects Your Blinking Ever notice that when you blink your eyes, your vision goes out of focus? Blurry vision does not necessarily...
Oct 11, 2019
LASIK has become a common household term, especially among people who are considering laser eye surgery for vision correction. But iLASIK is not as familiar...
Oct 08, 2019
Allergic reactions and Dry Eye Syndrome have overlapping symptoms. Read on to learn the differences and assess whether or not you should see an eye...
Oct 03, 2019
Good Eye Care Habits & Hygiene By practicing good eye care habits and hygiene, you can prevent many vision problems from occurring. Eye problems and...
Sep 24, 2019
Countless adults, teens and even children will be wearing colored contact lenses this Halloween, but few are aware of the risks involved. Ever wondered what...
Sep 21, 2019
Guidelines from your San Leandro, California, eye doctor Most people who have worn eyeglasses or contact lenses for years dream about getting up in the...
Sep 16, 2019
September Is Sports Eye Safety Month! Ocular sports trauma is among the leading causes of permanent vision loss in North America. Tens of thousands of...
Sep 10, 2019
LASIK, which stands for “Laser In Situ Keratomileusis” (now you know why everyone calls it LASIK!), is a relatively simple procedure done to correct refractive...
Sep 04, 2019
Eye health tips for students from our San Leandro eye doctor The start of fall means back-to-school for kids of all ages – and our...
Aug 29, 2019
This summer, heat waves with scorching temperatures have hit communities nationwide, making an already hot summer even hotter. With high temps and heat waves in...
Jul 22, 2019
July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and no wonder! With the summer sun out in full force, it’s now more important than ever to protect...
Jun 27, 2019
This summer, whether you're headed across state lines on a family road trip, flying off to Europe, grabbing a quick weekend getaway, or taking a...
Jun 11, 2019
With millions of people living with the condition, it’s now more important than ever to bring awareness to this serious condition. So what exactly are...
May 22, 2019
Glasses!: Whatever the cause, getting your kids to wear eyeglasses can be a parenting challenge. Our optometrist can help. Book your eye exam today!
May 20, 2019
Spring Dry Eyes Spring is a time of renewal, when the harsh winter is just a memory and the outdoors seem to beckon us to...
May 15, 2019
LASIK eye surgery at our office, located in San Leandro, Concord, and Castro Valley, CA. Get Ready for Summer, Get LASIK at Turner Eye Institute...
May 08, 2019
PRK vs. LASIK – which is for you? To make this decision, call to book a consultation at our office. Our eye doctor will evaluate...
May 08, 2019
Did you know that your vision can affect your mental health? While things like stress, trauma, and family history are factors that impact mental health,...
Apr 29, 2019
Right after LASIK, PRK is one of the most commonly performed laser eye surgery options. These two procedures are very similar, but also have significant...
Apr 17, 2019
Did you decide that it’s time to get LASIK and finally get rid of your eyewear? We applaud your decision and wish you success with...
Apr 16, 2019
The Parkinson's Foundation has announced this year’s theme: #KeyToPD and Parkinson Canada advocates the same involvement.
Mar 19, 2019
There are some things you can do to minimize the discomfort throughout the spring season. Check out Our Top 5 Tips for Getting Through Ocular...
Mar 07, 2019
International Women's Day is a time for women to focus inwards on their personal goals, relationships, and health. Let's talk about women and vision.
Feb 24, 2019
If you’ve ever gotten a headache or developed watery eyes after scrubbing down your kitchen counters, you may have a sensitivity to the chemicals in...
Feb 07, 2019
Corneal cross-linking is an advanced, FDA-approved treatment for keratoconus. Keratoconus is characterized by a thinner-than-normal, weak cornea that bulges forwards into a cone shape, instead...
Feb 07, 2019
Did you know that certain vision problems can mask themselves as behavioral or learning difficulties?
Feb 06, 2019
In our high-tech world, we look at digital monitors way more than we stare out the window at the landscape or gaze into human eyes.
Jan 28, 2019
Glaucoma, a silent eye disease, is the most common form of irreversible blindness in the world. It is actually a group of diseases that causes...
Jan 17, 2019
Braille is a tactile representation of letters and numbers that can be utilized by people with vision loss to read using their fingers.
Dec 19, 2018
Nerf Guns: Popular, Projectile... Safe? With the newest Nerf guns and blasters reigning at the top of lists for the most popular toys this holiday season,...
Nov 29, 2018
Whether you live in a climate with cold winter weather or you are planning a ski trip up north, winter can be a challenge if...
Nov 12, 2018
Diabetes is becoming much more prevalent around the globe. According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 425 million adults were living with diabetes in the...
Oct 24, 2018
Brush Up Before You Dress Up Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for children and adults alike. When else do...
Oct 08, 2018
Regular exercise is an essential component of overall health and wellness. It is proven that exercise reduces sickness and disease; it increases strength, immunity, and...
Sep 17, 2018
Screen Time Pros and Cons Whether it is homework, email, gaming, chatting with friends, searching the web or watching Youtube, kids these days seem to...
Sep 13, 2018
Getting old doesn’t have to be synonymous with vision loss. There is a lot you can do to keep your eyes and vision healthy and...
Jul 30, 2018
Conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is one of the most frequently seen eye diseases, especially in kids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria or...
Jul 16, 2018
It’s almost back to school time for college students and whether this is your first time away from home or you are already a pro,...
Jun 25, 2018
While it may seem like a harmless action, rubbing your eyes can actually cause a lot of damage. There are a number of different reasons...
Jun 18, 2018
Migraine Awareness Month: An ocular migraine is any migraine headache that involves a visual disturbance such as flashes of light, seeing stars or zigzags or...
May 30, 2018
Sure, sunglasses might add the final touches to your chic ensemble, but the real reason to purchase your shades is to protect your eyes from...
May 10, 2018
Vision is a critical component to succeed as an athlete and this doesn’t just mean having 20/20 vision. There are a number of visual processes...
Apr 25, 2018
While we all know that regular eye exams can help detect warning signs of disease and prevent vision loss, many people fail to seek medical...
Apr 16, 2018
April is Women’s Eye Health Month in the USA and May is Healthy Vision month in Canada too, so let’s take the opportunity to look...
Mar 27, 2018
If you want strong, healthy eyes and clear vision for life, a major step you can take is to protect your eyes from UV radiation. ...
Mar 12, 2018
We all experience the occasional eyelid twitch, which is when the muscle of the eyelid spasms involuntarily. Usually, it comes and goes without intervention and...
Feb 27, 2018
Infant Eyesight Despite nine months of growth in utero, babies are not born with fully developed eyes and vision - just like they can't walk...
Feb 18, 2018
It’s that time of the year again. Each February, the optometric community bands together to create awareness about age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a...
Jan 29, 2018
At this time of year when the sun sets early, many people are affected by night blindness. Night blindness or nyctalopia refers to difficulty seeing at...
Jan 10, 2018
It’s that time of year again. January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time set aside each year to create awareness about this potentially devastating...
Dec 31, 2017
While most people have sunglasses high on their packing list for a tropical vacation, many people don’t consider it as much of a priority for...
Dec 24, 2017
As the season to deck the halls arrives, make sure that you aren’t one of the many people who find themselves celebrating in the urgent...
Nov 27, 2017
The New Year is coming and many people include healthier eating and exercise in their resolutions for the year ahead. Well other than weight loss...
Nov 13, 2017
November 14th is World Diabetes Day. This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is women and diabetes - our right to a healthy future....
Oct 29, 2017
October is World Blindness Awareness Month, an initiative started to help the public to understand the realities of visual impairment and how it affects the...
Oct 15, 2017
October has arrived and that means many people are already starting to plan for upcoming costume parties and trick-or-treating for the Halloween season. This is...
Aug 13, 2017
What’s it like to be color blind? Contrary to what the name implies, color blindness usually does not actually mean that you don’t see any...
Aug 04, 2017
We invite you to take a look around our new site to get to know our practice and learn about eye and vision health. You...
Aug 04, 2017
Conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is one of the most frequently seen eye diseases, especially in kids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria or...
Jul 26, 2017
On August 21st, for the first time since 1979, a solar eclipse will be visible across North America. What's even more historic is that it...
Jul 12, 2017
Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a condition in which bright light - either natural sunlight or artificial light - can cause significant discomfort,...
Jun 26, 2017
What Exactly Is a Black Eye? A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma, is usually not an injury of the actual eye (which...
Jun 19, 2017
It's National Cataract Awareness Month According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for 51% of cases of blindness worldwide - although this blindness...
May 28, 2017
You Don’t Have to Live With Dry Eyes Have you noticed that your eyes feel chronically dry, itchy, scratchy or even sometimes watery? Many people...
May 10, 2017
Eye Doctors Weigh In: How Smoking Can Harm Your Vision & Eye Health We all know that smoking is bad for you, especially the risks that...
Apr 30, 2017
In honor of Sjogren’s Awareness month, eye care providers are helping to spread the word to increase awareness about this hard-to-diagnose disease. Sjogren’s is a...
Apr 06, 2017
Hey women! Did you know that women are more likely to suffer from vision problems and are at higher risk of permanent vision loss than...
Mar 30, 2017
There is nothing worse than a dirty spot on your glasses - well except perhaps many dirty spots or smudges. When that happens, most of...
Mar 15, 2017
Workplace Eye Safety Month Blue light. Do you know what it is? Do you know where it comes from, or how it can be harmful...
Feb 27, 2017
Eye color is a hereditary trait that depends on the genes of both parents, as well as a little bit of mystery. The color of...
Feb 14, 2017
Age-related macular degeneration is a serious condition that can threaten your vision and general well-being. Characterized by the deterioration of the central area of the...
Jan 31, 2017
Your toddler may show every sign of good eyesight including the ability to see objects in the distance, however that doesn't necessarily mean that he...
Jan 16, 2017
Make your resolution for healthy vision this year with increased awareness of the leading cause of blindness worldwide.
Dec 12, 2016
This is the one way you can be sure that you or your child’s eyes are truly safe during Nerf shooting:
Dec 06, 2016
Despite the fact that it is one of the most common eye problems, a surprisingly large percentage of patients are not aware of it.
Nov 21, 2016
Chances are it affects you or someone you know. November has been dedicated as a time to spread awareness about the disease, its risk factors...
Nov 14, 2016
Red, itchy, watery eyes and swollen eyelids (along with sneezing, congestion or a runny nose)...
Oct 21, 2016
Most people wouldn’t consider contact lenses dangerous. In fact, they are a great alternative to glasses, offering convenience and great vision for those who wear...
Sep 27, 2016
90%! That’s the number of sports eye injuries that studies show can be prevented using proper eye protection. Yet most sports leagues don’t require protective...
Aug 30, 2016
It is important to teach your children about eye health and safety from a young age. This includes awareness about how your overall health habits...
Aug 19, 2016
Since studies show that learning is 80% visual, children with untreated vision problems can really suffer when it comes to school. Most people think that...
Jul 30, 2016
We have all seen the futuristic thrillers that use high-tech eye scanning identification systems but nowadays the technology does exist to use them in real...
Jul 22, 2016
There have been a lot of videos going viral lately of color blind people “seeing color” for the first time using specialized glasses. The emotional...
Jun 26, 2016
Whether it is the sea, the sand, the sun or the softball field, summer brings people outside and this creates exposure to a multitude of...
Jun 19, 2016
After the age of 50 most people will eventually be diagnosed with cataracts. Cataracts are when the natural crystalline lens of the eyes become clouded,...
May 26, 2016
According to the Vision Council’s 2016 UV (Ultraviolet Radiation) Protection report, parents are more likely to wear sunglasses (56%) than their children (only 29%!). Yet...
May 18, 2016
UV Awareness Month: This article might scare you, and we hope it does - just enough to motivate you to wear proper eye protection against...
Apr 26, 2016
A stye (known by eye doctors as a hordeolum) is an infection of an oil gland which forms a pimple-like bump on the base of...
Apr 17, 2016
Along with congestion, runny nose, coughing, sneezing, headaches and difficulty breathing, individuals with allergies often suffer from eye allergies or allergic conjunctivitis resulting in red,...
Mar 30, 2016
If you are over 40 and have difficulty seeing close up, you probably have a common age-related condition called presbyopia which is when the eye’s natural...
Mar 09, 2016
When people think of workplace dangers to the eyes, it is usually machinery, chemicals or construction materials that come to mind. However, a growing danger...
Feb 10, 2016
February is AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month in the United States, and it’s White Cane Week in Canada. Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a...
Jan 27, 2016
This year, make healthy eyes and vision your resolution. Find out if you or a loved one is at risk for glaucoma, and take steps...
Dec 31, 2015
Refractive errors including myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia.
Dec 09, 2015
‘Tis the season for giving, and parents, grandparents, family and friends need to know how to choose toys and games that protect children’s health and...
Nov 23, 2015
Have you ever thought about how vision works? It's an incredible system and process!
Nov 02, 2015
Prevention and treatment for eye complications associated with Diabetes
Oct 25, 2015
Beware this Halloween and think before you blink (in decorative contact lenses that is)! Sure, decorative contact lenses can enhance any Halloween costume, but if...
Sep 24, 2015
Over the centuries there have been a lot of old-wives tales circulating about eyes and vision. You know, like the one that if someone hits...
Sep 03, 2015
There are thousands of eye injuries a year related to sports. According to the National Eye Institute eye injuries are the leading cause of blindness...
Aug 30, 2015
The hormonal fluctuations experienced during pregnancy can cause many unexpected changes in your body, including your eyes and vision. Most of these changes are temporary...
Aug 16, 2015
A baby’s visual system develops gradually over the first few months of life. They have to learn to focus and move their eyes, and use...
Jul 30, 2015
There is a lot more that goes into finding the right pair of sunglasses than just fit and fashion. While it’s important to look and...
Jul 24, 2015
Cataracts are a leading cause of vision loss in the United States and Canada. Here are 6 things you need to know. 1. Chances are...
Jul 21, 2015
Independence Day may have passed but fireworks season is still in full swing and fireworks-related injury and death is a real and serious danger. According...
May 14, 2014
LASIK surgery is a term that covers a spectrum of eye surgeries which are performed to correct various types of refractive errors. It is usually...
Feb 19, 2014
Why do I need Cataract Eye Surgery? If your eye doctor is telling you that you need eye surgery for Cataracts, chances are good that...
Dec 16, 2013
Many of us may be easily taken aback by the complexities presented by the human eye. Considering its incredible utility and intricate structure, the eye...
Nov 06, 2013
If you are looking to restore your eyesight and finally leave the glasses or contacts behind for good, it may be time to consider taking...
Sep 24, 2013
If you are tired of wearing glasses, tired of the ongoing maintenance and expense of contact lenses, and ready to experience life after the safe...
Sep 04, 2013
The highly effective and affordable LASIK surgery has set millions of prescription dependant contact and glasses wearing people free from discomfort and clunky design. With...
Jun 28, 2013
I’ve had different procedures and surgeries done for both my eyes. I am a patient living with Keratoconus and until I found the eye turner...
Jun 27, 2013
Went in Tuesday for my 4 week follow-up from my PRK surgery. My operated eye has been healing very well. No pain whatsoever, and not...
Jun 20, 2013
Moving into the summer, the warm heat of the sun is a long awaited comfort to millions of Americans who enjoy summer activity from hiking...
May 08, 2013
I had PRK surgery last week by Dr. Turner. So far everything is going good. Here’s my experience so far. Day before surgery – picked...
Apr 03, 2013
I just had both eyes done with the custom wavefront Lasik, using the thin flap blade procedure. I am extremely happy with my results. I...
Feb 22, 2013
Turner Eye Institute has expanded to offer even more options to our patients with the addition of Dr. Patel. Dr. Patel provides many of the...
Jan 01, 2013
They have a new doctor. Doctor Patel. He is a very friendly and knowledgeable surgeon. I was glad to have met him....
Dec 23, 2011
I have read all the reviews on yelp and have to say that Dr. Turner is a first class Dr. and human being. Up until...
Oct 27, 2011
I went to Turner Eye Institute because it provides more than just LASIK eye surgery. They provide nearly every possible treatment that is currently available...
Feb 28, 2011
Stephen Curry won the skills challenge with a time of 28.2 seconds. Stephen beat out a field of the NBA’s best point guards including Chris...
Nov 03, 2010
We are all proud of the San Francisco Giants winning the championship this year. A great year for a great organization. Turner Eye Institute is...
Oct 28, 2010
With a close 132-128 win over the Houston Rockets, our Golden State Warriors won their first game of the season and are now tied with...
Oct 28, 2010
Another great game last night by the San Francisco Giants brings them closer to their first world championship in San Francisco. Loyal San Francisco Giants...
Oct 28, 2010
Another great victory last night for the San Francisco Giants. They pulled out a high scoring victory over Texas in the game here in San...
Oct 18, 2010
Congratulations to the San Francisco Giants on their first win in the National League Championship. We are looking forward to a good series and wish...
Jan 28, 2010
Tax returns can bring extra spending money in some cases. This money can be invested in self-improvements for great results. It is important to look...
Dec 07, 2009
LASIK is most often considered an elective procedure so it is rarely covered by insurance plans. HMOs often offer LASIK or other laser vision correction...
Dec 04, 2009
Silicon Valley is a major center for technology and is well-regarded across the globe. In addition to software and other computer technologies, the San Francisco...
Dec 04, 2009
Laser Vision Correction providers in San Francisco and San Jose have been particularly affected by the downturn in the economy. Laser Vision Correction Procedures, such...
Sep 17, 2009
An FDA clinical trial of participants using LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03%, and documented their progress throughout the 16-week treatment period. The results were more...
Mar 12, 2009
LASIK today is far advanced from where it was 10 years ago. A simple look at the FDA results of excimer lasers just 10 years...
Feb 12, 2009
Turner Eye Institute celebrated its staff appreciation party. The Turner Eye Institute’s well-trained staff have received the highest marks from LASIK and cataract surgery patients...
Jan 05, 2009
Stephen Turner, M.D. was chosen as the official LASIK surgeon for the Golden State Warriors for the 2008-2009 NBA season. Many NBA players have LASIK...
Nov 27, 2008
Although Dr. Turner has been performing LASIK Vision Correction in San Jose for many years now, Turner Eye Institute has a new location in Campbell,...
Nov 20, 2008
Presbyopia affects everyone. Throughout our lives we gradually lose our ability to focus up close. Young children can focus on objects just a couple inches...
Aug 07, 2008
Over the past ten years, excimer laser technology has improved tremendously. Today’s lasers are faster, more accurate, more safe, and more efficient. In the initial...
Jul 23, 2008
Turner Eye Institute maintains its position as the technology leader in LASIK in the San Francisco Bay Area by becoming the first LASIK center in...
Jul 03, 2008
Dr. Turner and Turner Eye Institute would like to wish everyone a happy 4th of July. We would like to remind everyone to use proper...
Jun 26, 2008
Turner Eye Institute is the first LASIK center in Northern California to begin using the advanced new Allegretto Excimer Laser System. It is the fastest...
Apr 10, 2008
There are two common forms of wavefront LASIK. These are known as Wavefront Optimized LASIK and Wavefront Customized LASIK. Some excimer laser systems offer the...
Apr 10, 2008
LASIK Wavefront surgery continues to advance in technology and provides over a million eyes with excellent vision every year in the United States. Despite its...
Mar 24, 2008
Stephen Turner, MD is now using Corneal Collagen Crosslinking with Riboflavin as a treatment for patients with keratoconus. Recent evidence and studies are showing that...
Feb 23, 2008
LASIK Patient at Turner Eye Institute writes: I could not be happier with my decision to go with Dr. Turner and his staff....
Feb 23, 2008
San Francisco Bay Area patient writes: Thorough through out the whole procedure. Staff was hospitable, knowledgable, and very efficient....
Feb 23, 2008
Dr. Turner deserves excellent rankings from this patient. Review of Turner Eye Institue LASIK and refractive surgery center in San Jose....
Jan 15, 2008
LASIK eye surgery has made significant changes in the way that we adapt to the world around us. Glasses have been around for hundreds of...
Oct 30, 2007
People in San Jose often wonder what the newest procedure is that is available. San Jose residents ask if there is a way to get...
Oct 06, 2007
After having been awarded the people’s choice for LASIK and Laser Vision Correction in Oakland, California by the Oakland Tribune, Dr. Stephen Turner M.D. returned...
Sep 21, 2007
Unlike ten years ago, today’s world of LASIK and laser vision correction is filled with options. The San Francisco Bay area offers many choices in...
Aug 28, 2007
Beginning October 1st, 2007, Turner Eye Institute and Horizon Vision Centers will relocate the LASIK Center branch in San Jose. The new San Jose LASIK...
Aug 23, 2007
The billion dollar Hubble Telescope has been assisting astronomers for nearly two decades now, gathering information about our own Milky Way galaxy and the rest...
Jul 13, 2007
It is not just about LASIK anymore. If a LASIK surgeon tells you that LASIK is the only procedure that he/she performs that LASIK surgeon...
Jun 18, 2007
I am surprised that the only rating on this place is a poor one-star. I had Lasik surgery done by Dr. Steve Turner 6 years...
Jun 11, 2007
News has been released that British scientists are planning to use embryonic stem cells to cure age related macular degeneration, a common form of blindness....
Jun 11, 2007
News has been released that British scientists are planning to using embryonic stem cells to cure age related macular degeneration, a common form of blindness....
May 20, 2007
LASIK in Oakland and the East Bay Turner Eye Institute has provided Bay Area LASIK to tens of thousands of people, allowing them new visual freedom...
May 20, 2007
The human lens becomes thicker and less flexible with age. It becomes harder and harder to focus on near objects throughout one’s lifetime. Starting in...
Mar 12, 2007
Better contrast sensitivity, quality of vision help make the Visian phakic IOL some San Francisco Bay Area patients’ preferred choice Dr. Stephen Turner is a...
Feb 21, 2007
Turner Eye Institute has been serving the San Francisco Bay Area community for 30 years and has a high percentage of elderly patients in addition...
Feb 07, 2007
New advances in LASIK eye surgery are a common question among patients seeking LASIK eye surgery. Many patients want to know if newer advances will...
Jan 15, 2007
Presbyopia is the term for the diminishing ability to focus on up-close objects with age. While the ability to focus on near objects grows progressively...
Jan 02, 2007
With the New Year 2007, many people must be wondering what changes can be expected to come out this year in San Jose, San Francisco,...
Dec 13, 2006
While LASIK is still a relatively new procedure in the Bay Area, Dr. Turner has provided more than 30,000 procedures to Bay Area residents who...
Dec 05, 2006
DR STEPHEN TURNER OF TURNER EYE INSTITUTE CONTRIBUTES TO MILESTONE ONE MILLIONTH BLADE-FREE LASIK PROCEDURES Dr. Turner Among National Ophthalmic Surgeons Performing Blade-Free LASIK with...
Dec 05, 2006
TURNER EYE INSTITUTE NOW OFFERS WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED LASIK TECHNOLOGY – BLADE-FREE INTRALASE METHOD – TO SAN JOSE AND BAY AREA RESIDENTS Ultra-Precise Lasik Laser Vision Correction...
Nov 28, 2006
San Leandro, CA – Stephen Turner, M.D. has been helping Bay Area residents see for 30 years now. Even more impressive than the length of...
Nov 21, 2006
A Comprehensive Eye Health Examination will require an additional 60 minutes to 2 hours and includes the following testing: • History of wearing glasses: The ideal...
Nov 17, 2006
STAAR® Surgical Company’s Visian ICL Experience Vision As It Should Be Imagine being able to enjoy life without worrying about your glasses or contacts. The...
Nov 13, 2006
Staar Surgical and Visian ICL are opening a new website to provide information for consumers wanting to learn more about Phakic IOLs. This website provides...
Nov 07, 2006
Americans are voting less and less. Voting is projected by some to be as low as 40% in this election. Most democracies in the world...
Oct 31, 2006
Halloween costumes can often receive a boost of fright or an added thrill with the addition of color or cosmetic contact lenses. These contact lenses...
Oct 31, 2006
As part of the Halloween festivities this year in the San Francisco Bay Area, I visited the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, CA for...
Oct 27, 2006
Thousands of East Bay Area and Fremont residents, voted Turner Eye Institute the Best of the East Bay Area according to the Fremont Argus in...
Oct 25, 2006
Perhaps the most common question I receive is whether near vision loss due to old age is correctable. So often people feel that after 40,...
Oct 24, 2006
A recent study has concluded that LASIK eye surgery is now safer than contact lens wear in long-term safety. While this news is nothing new...
Oct 20, 2006
ISLAMABAD: LASIK surgery results can be hurt by warm temperatures and high humidity, increasing the number of people who require follow-up procedures, says a Wake...
Oct 20, 2006
Recently we had a patient from San Jose with glaucoma curious if LASIK was an option that could help correct his vision. He had been...
Oct 17, 2006
Originally Dated on September 25th, 2006 This article was found in an online newspaper and discusses the improvement that custom LASIK has offered to patients....
Oct 17, 2006
Frequently our lasik and cataract patients ask about the success of our procedures to decide if they would choose Dr. Stephen Turner as their LASIK...
Oct 13, 2006
Recently we had a patient from San Jose with glaucoma curious if LASIK was an option that could help correct his vision. He had been...
Aug 22, 2006
WASHINGTON – Patients taking a widely prescribed prostate drug should alert their eye doctors before undergoing cataract surgery to avoid complications, several medical groups said...
Aug 22, 2006
From an article on live www.science.com. The Forehead Retina System (FRS) uses a special headband to selectively stimulate different mechanoreceptors in forehead skin to allow...
Aug 21, 2006
LASIK Surgery done with Dr. Stephen Turner in San Francisco Bay area. Result were excellent. Prescription was near-sighted about 3 or so....
Aug 18, 2006
The only sure thing in life is death and taxes. Celebrities are finding this out. From the IRS. And even LASIK eye surgery is not...
Aug 17, 2006
Dr. Stephen Turner was the first LASIK surgeon in the San Francisco Bay Area to be certified to perform the Visian ICL procedure. He has...
Aug 16, 2006
Many people have heard of LASIK Plus or TLC LASIK Vision Centers or Clearly LASIK. These are LASIK centers have spread across the US. In...
Aug 11, 2006
Keratoconus Treatments require a trained corneal specialist with a high degree of experience. San Jose patients seeking to consult with a corneal specialist about keratoconus...
Aug 10, 2006
One of the most popular excimer laser system in use around the world is the AMO VISX Star S4 with Wavescan wavefront custom LASIK. This...
Aug 08, 2006
Perhaps the most important technology in the ability to perform LASIK eye surgery in San Jose was the invention of the excimer laser. No other...
Aug 03, 2006
Turner Eye Institute has been dedicated to providing LASIK eye surgery in Hayward and the East Bay, allowing them new visual freedom and exciting new...
Jul 28, 2006
Commonly Asked Questions: Turner Eye Institute performs LASIK and cataract surgeries on patients in San Jose, San Francisco, Concord, and San Leandro. Our patients in...
Jul 28, 2006
Can Sports Be Played After LASIK? San Jose residents as well as soccer fans from around the world enjoyed watching soccer (known as football in...
Jul 26, 2006
With the Visian (ICL) and the Verisyse Dr. Turner has now implanted well over 200 phakic intraocular (IOL) lenses for San Francisco, San Jose, and...
Jul 25, 2006
There is now a new option for patients in San Jose and San Francisco who are seeking LASIK eye surgery. It is called Epi-K and...
Jul 24, 2006
Pentacam now available at our San Jose LASIK Center We have been using the Orbscan to properly screen LASIK and refractive patients since 1999. We...
Jul 21, 2006
Turner Eye Institute Medical Group Dr. Stephen Turner has been performing vision correction procedures for 30 years and is one of the pioneers for LASIK...
Jul 19, 2006
LASIK is generally most attractive to the healthy individual with vision problems that must be corrected with contact lenses or glasses. These individuals are seeking...
Jul 18, 2006
Turner Eye Institute requests satisfaction surveys from every patient in order to continually improve on the quality of the treatment given. Turner Eye Institute has...
Jul 13, 2006
Turner Eye Institute is celebrating its 30th year in providing excellent eye care. During this time, Dr. Turner has introduced a number of exciting new...
Jul 11, 2006
San Jose LASIK Centers are among the most advanced in the world. Among the best of these LASIK centers is Turner Eye Institute. New advances...
Jun 30, 2006
Millions of people are currently taking the drug flomax. This drug is a alpha-adrenergic blocker that is used to treat enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia)....
Jun 30, 2006
Keratoconus is an eye disease that effects roughly one in a thousand people. While it is rare, people who are affected can feel that they...
Jun 30, 2006
San Jose residents are enjoying soccer (aka football) during the World Cup 2006. Many LASIK patients of Turner Eye Institute might wonder if having LASIK...
Jun 28, 2006
San Jose residents are enjoying soccer (aka football) during the World Cup 2006. Many LASIK patients of Turner Eye Institute might wonder if having LASIK...
Jun 27, 2006
Mnay people wonder after having wavefront LASIK how long before they can begin playing sports like football, basketball, swimming, scuba diving, rock climbing, walking, running,...
Jun 15, 2006
Throughout 30 years in practice, Dr. Stephen Turner has sought to provide the highest quality in eye care. Following the introduction of LASIK eye surgery,...
Jun 15, 2006
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — November 22, 2005 — The most commonly prescribed prostate drug may complicate cataract surgery in male patients? Two recent studies suspected...
Jun 15, 2006
ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery) Issues Physician Advisory on Flomax® Evidence Suggests Link Between Drug and Intraoperative Iris Complications Two separate prospective...
Jun 15, 2006
ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery) Issues Physician Advisory on Flomax® Evidence Suggests Link Between Drug and Intraoperative Iris Complications Two separate prospective...
Jun 15, 2006
Flomax and cataract surgery (San Francisco, Oakland, Concord, San Jose, and Bay Area) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning healthcare professionals (particularly...
May 30, 2006
In the US more than 1 million people undergo LASIK eye surgery each year. It is the most common elective procedure that is available today....
May 25, 2006
San Jose, San Francisco, San Leandro, and Concord now have the newest in LASIK eye surgery technology. Turner Eye Institute utilizes the first iris-based, automated...
May 24, 2006
Quality of Vision The Visian ICL offers unparalleled quality of vision, providing excellent contrast. Two unique factors help explain this superior optical performance. First, the...
May 23, 2006
Who are candidates for Visian ICL? If you are between 21 and 45 and nearsighted, you are an excellent candidate for Visian ICL. It is...
May 19, 2006
The recently FDA approved Visian ICL is beginning to be recognized for its significant contribution to vision correction. While PRK and LASIK have grown very...
May 17, 2006
Recently, Turner Eye Institute examined a patient who was returning for her 1 day post-op visit for her new Visian lens in the left eye...
May 16, 2006
San Jose LASIK has been extremely popular during the past decade. During this time, many in San Jose have discovered that they are not good...
May 12, 2006
Internationally, the Visian lens has now been used in over 50,000 cases in Europe, Asia, North and South America. The new Visian lens has proven...
May 11, 2006
What is Fusarium keratitis? Fusarium keratitis is a rare but serious fungal infection of the cornea — the clear, round dome covering the eye’s iris...
May 11, 2006
Latest case numbers From the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): 106 confirmed cases of Fusarium keratitis 12 “possible” cases and 80 still...
Apr 28, 2006
Turner Eye Institute sponsored the Free LASIK competition to find someone who most deserves LASIK surgery in his/her life. The selection was difficult and the...
Apr 28, 2006
Although LASIK is still the most common form of elective surgery, a new treatment has received FDA clearance which, in some cases, provides even better...
Apr 27, 2006
LASIK and contact lenses are the most recent ways of vision correction. Both allow a person to be free from the need of wearing glasses...
Apr 26, 2006
Here are some links regarding Renu Contact Lens Solution and fungal keratitis: American Academy of Ophthalmology Web Site http://www.aao.org/public/fungal_keratitis.cfm US Food and Drug Administration Web...
Apr 26, 2006
Rare Infection May Put Soft Contact Lens Wearers at Risk Update on fungal keratitis, April 13, 2006 Bausch & Lomb is now advising consumers not...
Apr 24, 2006
Turner Eye Institute will be updating its website at www.helpkeratoconus.com in order to provide new and updated information regarding keratoconus. Keratoconus is a prograssive corneal...
Apr 21, 2006
Optometrists (eye doctors specializing in vision measurement and correction) from Santa Clara and San Jose invited Dr. Stephen Turner to provide an information seminar regarding...
Apr 11, 2006
The Stepping Out Conference for women in the San Jose and Santa Clara areas provided an excellent opportunity to discuss LASIK eye surgery with many...
Apr 11, 2006
Ablation surgical removal. Ablation zone area of tissue removed during laser vision correction surgery. The ablation zone can vary in LASIK surgery. Accommodation the ability...
Apr 05, 2006
Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter, clinical psychologist for many Olympic Athletes, returned again to Turner Eye Institute. She loves her new Crystalens surgery and reports being able...
Mar 29, 2006
Turner Eye Institute is now celebrating its 30th year of service to the Bay Area, including San Francisco, San Jose, Concord, and the East Bay....
Mar 29, 2006
Saturday, April 1, 2006, Turner Eye Institute will be helping to host the Stepping Out Women’s Conference near San Jose. Located at the Santa Clara...
Mar 21, 2006
LASIK Specialist, Dr. Stephen Turner, introduced the newest refractive treatment to surgeons from around the world at the ASCRS meeting recently in San Francisco. In...
Mar 06, 2006
Turner Eye Institute and Dr. Stephen Turner were the first to offer VISIAN ICL treatment in San Francisco and the Bay Area. This revolutionary new...
Mar 06, 2006
Although LASIK eye surgery has been the most common type of vision correction for many years now, new studies are finding that in some cases,...
Dec 21, 2005
January 28th Turner Eye Institute will be giving a LASIK Eye Surgery seminar at the Health Etc. convention. We will discuss the risks and rewards...
Effective March 11th, 2024, we are relocating our office in Concord to 1220 Concord Ave, Suite 290, Concord, CA 94520