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West Ryde Optometrist

Locality: West Ryde

Phone: +61 2 9804 6896

Address: 1093 Victoria Rd, West Ryde 2114 West Ryde, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.westrydeoptometrist.com.au

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25.01.2022 This Thurdsday will be taking part in the World Sight Day Challenge to raise funds for Optometry Giving Sight, the largest global fundraising campaign addressing avoidable blindness around the world. Read more at http://westrydeoptometrist.com.au/world-sight-day-2016/

21.01.2022 The message is simple, get your eyes tested and beat invisible Glaucoma. Are you one of the estimated 150,000 Australians that already have Glaucoma and dont know it yet? Glaucoma is a silent eye disease, Read more at: http://westrydeoptometrist.com.au/glaucoma-week-2018/

20.01.2022 The message is simple, get your eyes tested and beat ‘invisible’ Glaucoma. Are you one of the estimated 150,000 Australians that already have Glaucoma and don’t know it yet? Glaucoma is a silent eye disease, Read more at: http://westrydeoptometrist.com.au/glaucoma-week-2018/

18.01.2022 Macular month in May has moved to include all macula disease, Aged related Macular Degeneration (AMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and all other acquired and hereditary macula diseases. These diseases can have devastating impact on eyesight and regular eye tests are essential.

16.01.2022 World Glaucoma Week, 8th to 14th March 2015 March kicks off with World Glaucoma Week. West Ryde optometrist Tom Geroulas reminds everyone that they should protect their vision with a comprehensive eye check. Glaucoma Week alerts us to this invisible eye disease. It is a major cause of sight loss in Australia, and the leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. About 300,000 Australians have Glaucoma but, because there are generally no noticeable symptoms, only about ...50% of people know that they have the disease. It can occur at any age, but generally it is more common in people over 40. With our ageing population, the number of cases is increasing. Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye diseases in which the optic nerve, at the back of the eye, is slowly and permanently destroyed. In many cases this damage is related to increased pressure inside the eye. Sometimes the damage may be caused by poor blood circulation to the vital optic nerve fibres, or a weakness in the integrity of the nerve fibres themselves. Often there are no warning signs, and in the early stages the person is unaware of the disease until permanent damage occurs. Although anyone can get Glaucoma, some people are at higher risk, such as those with a history of diabetes, blood pressure, migraine, short sightedness (myopia) People with a family history of glaucoma are up to 10 times more at risk. Eye injuries and past or present use of cortisone medications (steroids) may also increase the risk of Glaucoma. Regular eye examinations are the best way to detect Glaucoma. Early detection is vital. Testing for Glaucoma usually includes thorough examination of the optic nerves by ophthalmoscopy, an eye pressure check (tonometry), and a visual field assessment if disease is suspected. There is no cure for Glaucoma, and vision loss is irreversible, however in most cases it can be controlled and further loss of sight either prevented or at least minimised. Treatment often requires eyedrops, but sometimes surgery is needed. I trust this has been helpful. For further information, feel free to give us a call. See more

15.01.2022 Again this year, we will be taking part in the World Sight Day Challenge during October to help give the gift of vision to people in underpriveledged communities around the world. Now in its 9th year, the World Sight Day Challenge is the largest annual global fundraising campaign to address avoidable blindness caused by uncorrected refractive error simply by providing basic eye care. On World Sight Day, October 8, we will be donating our examination fees to help the more ...than 600 million people in the world who are blind or vision impaired because they do not have access to an eye exam or glasses. The campaign is run by global charity, Optometry Giving Sight. Preventable blindness is a solvable problem and we are proud to help give better vision to those in need. Most people are surprised to learn that for as little as $5, someone living in an underserved community can be provided with an eye exam and a pair of glasses to transform their lives. Everyone can make a huge difference and we are thrilled to be contributing to the challenge. Participating is easy simply make a single or monthly donation before the end of October. The campaigns goal is to raise $1 million globally in 2015. Optometry Giving Sight funds the development of sustainable eye and vision care projects in communities where these do not currently exist. To date, Optometry Giving Sight has disbursed more than US$11 million in funding from donors and sponsors to 72 projects in 42 countries. To find out more about these worthwhile projects, go to www.givingsight.org. See more

14.01.2022 Taking Care of Childrens Vision Fact: 1 in 5 children has an undetected vision problem These problems rarely pose a serious threat to a childs sight but they do affect their development and can interfere with learning, sport performance, or cause general frustration with activities at school and at home. Many childrens vision problems are subtle and cannot be easily detected by parents or teachers, and are often mistaken for other problems.... An eye examination should be the first test of the school year The number one step in planning for a successful school year is to get your childs eyes checked and make sure that they are school ready. Good vision is essential to a childs performance both inside and outside the classroom. With 80 per cent of all information they receive experienced through vision, many children with undetected vision problems often fail to progress well in school, limiting their potential throughout their career. If you havent already done so, now is a good time to arrange a full eye examination for your child. Eye related disorders are the most common long-term health problems experienced by children. Undetected vision problems may cause learning difficulties and contribute to behavioural issues. Symptoms of vision problems, which can often be mistaken as just behavioural problems or general learning disabilities, can cause children to become impatient, lack attention or have difficulty sitting still in class. Vision problems may affect visual efficiency, causing visual discomfort and concentration problems, affecting reading and writing ability, or they may affect processing ability, affecting visual recognition and recall, causing problems with comprehension. Vision problems may not always be apparent to the child or the parent and may be missed at vision screenings and standard tests, so its important to have a thorough eye examination that covers all aspects of vision. The sooner vision problems are addressed, the lesser the impact they have on development and learning, so early detection is crucial.

11.01.2022 This week is Macular Degeneration (MD) awareness week, highlighting the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in Australia. West Ryde optometrist, Tom Geroulas advises that if you are over 50, have an eye test and get your macula checked. One in every seven Australians over the age of 50 are affected by MD The risk increases with age People with a family history of MD are especially at risk, with a 50% chance of developing MD themselves... Macular degeneration damages your central vision, which affects your ability to read, drive, recognise faces and see colours clearly. Read more at: http://westrydeoptometrist.com.au/md-week-2016/

09.01.2022 While I was away I have returned to work, and while I was away, there were two important campaigns in July that I need to tell you about, JulEYE and Diabetes awareness Week. JulEYE reminds all people to have regular eye tests, at least every two years, as 75% of cases of vision loss are preventable with early detection and treatment. Many people fail to check their eyes regularly, as almost half of Australians believe that they dont have any problems with their vision, or ...dont feel that eye tests are a health priority. As a result, vision loss continues to be a major and overlooked health issue. The major causes of vision loss include glaucoma, macula degeneration, diabetic eye disease and cataract. JulEYE also reminds us to take care of our childrens eyes, as there are around 1600 children in Australia each year that are diagnosed with significant visual impairment. Kids often cant cant tell if their vision is impaired, and without treatment, these kids will continue through life being affected by poor eyesight. Diabetes is a major health issue, with around one million Australians diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, and many more with pre-diabetes. It is a disease that causes damage to blood vessels and nerves, creating long term health problems that affect the feet, kidneys and heart, as well as eye health. Diabetic retinopathy is the major cause of vision loss in adults aged 20 to 74 years. It is vital that people with diabetes carefully manage their health, including regular eye tests to ensure early detection and effective treatment of diabetic eye disease. More than 90% of diabetes related vision loss is preventable by early treatment. Unfortunately, almost 40% of people with diabetes fail to get their eyes tested regularly. Diabetic retinopathy often has no warning signs and can advance with vision feeling normal. By the time a person notices that their vision has been affected, permanent damage has occurred. A full eye examination, done through dilated pupils, needs to be done at least every two years, and even more frequently if there are any signs of diabetic eye disease present.

07.01.2022 World Sight Day Challenge on October 10, we will be raising money for Optometry Giving Sight, giving the gift of sight to people around the world who don't have access to basic eye care. Please contact us to get involved, or to learn more.

05.01.2022 Wishing you a Merry Chistmas, all the best for the festive season, and hoping you have a happy and safe new year. The practice is closed, and I will re-open on Monday, January 4th.

04.01.2022 Taking Care of Children's Vision Fact: 1 in 5 children has an undetected vision problem These problems rarely pose a serious threat to a child's sight but they do affect their development and can interfere with learning, sport performance, or cause general frustration with activities at school and at home. Many children's vision problems are subtle and cannot be easily detected by parents or teachers, and are often mistaken for other problems.... An eye examination should be the first test of the school year The number one step in planning for a successful school year is to get your childs eyes checked and make sure that they are school ready. Good vision is essential to a childs performance both inside and outside the classroom. With 80 per cent of all information they receive experienced through vision, many children with undetected vision problems often fail to progress well in school, limiting their potential throughout their career. If you havent already done so, now is a good time to arrange a full eye examination for your child. Eye related disorders are the most common long-term health problems experienced by children. Undetected vision problems may cause learning difficulties and contribute to behavioural issues. Symptoms of vision problems, which can often be mistaken as just behavioural problems or general learning disabilities, can cause children to become impatient, lack attention or have difficulty sitting still in class. Vision problems may affect visual efficiency, causing visual discomfort and concentration problems, affecting reading and writing ability, or they may affect processing ability, affecting visual recognition and recall, causing problems with comprehension. Vision problems may not always be apparent to the child or the parent and may be missed at vision screenings and standard tests, so its important to have a thorough eye examination that covers all aspects of vision. The sooner vision problems are addressed, the lesser the impact they have on development and learning, so early detection is crucial.

01.01.2022 Macular Degeneration Awareness Week, 24th to 30th May, 2015. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in Australia. West Ryde optometrist, Tom Geroulas advises that if you are over 50, have an eye test and get your macula checked. One in every seven Australians over the age of 50 are affected by MD and the risk increases with age. People with a family history of MD have a 50% chance of developing the disease.... Macular degeneration damages your central vision, which affects your ability to read, drive, recognise faces and see colours clearly. Given that early detection is critical to saving sight, not knowing the symptoms could risk blindness. There are some keys ways we can fight this disease, the first step of course is to have an eye test and macula check. Secondly, do not ignore any changes in vision. Early detection can literally save your sight. Dont delay it, see your optometrist immediately if you notice any sudden changes in your vision. People need to be familiar with the symptoms of macular degeneration, which may include one or more of the following: Difficulty with reading or any other activity with fine vision. Visual Distortion, where straight lines appear wavy or bent. Distinguishing faces becomes a problem. Dull patches or empty spaces appearing anywhere in the centre of your vision. People with MD often dismiss such symptoms, mistakenly thinking that they are just experiencing eye strain or feeling tired. Macular Degeneration Foundation CEO, Julie Heraghty agrees, Early detection is critical to saving sight. If you experience any sudden change in vision you should see an optometrist urgently. People also need to know the importance of diet and lifestyle in reducing the risk and progression of macular degeneration. Regular eye tests are critical for good eye health and are an opportunity for advice about risk reduction. Making positive diet and lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of MD or slow down the progression of the disease, and include the following: Don't smoke. Smoking is the number one preventable risk factor. Eat dark green leafy vegetables and fresh fruit daily. Eat fish two times a week, as well as raw nuts Aside from a healthy well-balanced diet, control your weight and exercise regularly. Limit your intake of fats and oils. In consultation with your doctor, take a suitable zinc and antioxidant supplement. Protect your eyes from sunlight exposure, especially advisable for young people. There is no cure for MD, but some treatments can help minimize further damage, if diagnosed early. If you have further questions, please contact Tom Geroulas Optometrist on phone 9804 6896.

01.01.2022 Dry Eye Syndrome. Dry eye is a common problem that occurs when there are insufficient tears, causing discomfort and affecting the ocular surfaces of the eye. The tear film provides the eye with protection, optical clarity, antimicrobial and nutritional support. Dry eye is often an underestimated condition however tear deficiency has major impacts on vision, eye health and quality of life. Symptoms of dry eye syndrome are varied and include:...Continue reading