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While lazy eye and strabismus may seem similar, they are very different and require different treatments. Many parents are concerned when they hear their child has a vision problem, and it can be confusing to understand the difference between similar conditions. Lazy eye (amblyopia) is when one of the eyes is not focusing correctly, while…
Caring for your eyes is an important part of your overall health. Part of your health and care for your vision is to have regular eye exams. When your vision changes and you need a new or different prescription, they are only valid for 1 to 2 years. When you receive a prescription from your…
Laser eye surgeries, such as LASIK, PRK, and SMILE, are commonly performed vision correction procedures used to help patients correct refractive issues with their vision. The surgery is often performed using numbing agents to minimize discomfort. When you visit Broadway Eyecare, our team of experienced optometrists will happily walk you through the before and after…
Prescription Eye Drops Compared to OTC Eye drops can be a convenient treatment tool for various eye problems, from dry eye to myopia control. Patients can also try many over-the-counter options to relieve allergies or eye irritation symptoms temporarily. But are over-the-counter eye drops safe? Are prescription eye drops more effective than common brands like…
Good vision care habits are built from a young age. Healthy eyes are essential to your child’s development, and the first step is scheduling consistent eye exams with your optometrist. Early and frequent eye exams can help your children develop good vision care habits they can carry with them through adulthood. But when should a…
Visual Acuity vs Visual Ability When most people think of visual ability, they likely think of how well they can see—with or without eyeglasses or contact lenses. But vision is more than how clearly you see. Many parts of the eye, from cells to muscles, control eye movement, health, and vision. As a result, your…
Reading with Vision Problems Glasses are a practical, convenient tool for improving vision. For example, prescription lenses can improve distance vision for driving or watching movies. Likewise, reading glasses can provide clearer near vision for reading and writing. But what happens when you can’t read even with your corrective lenses? Reading problems have many potential…
There are so many innovative ways to treat dry eye symptoms, thanks to advances in medical optometry. You may have heard about using light therapy to promote healthy, hydrated eyes, but how do you know the differences between the different types? And how do you know which one is best for you? Your optometrist can…
Taking care of your eyesight as you age is essential. Preparing yourself for whatever conditions may come through annual eye exams can prove helpful to preserve your sight. Macular degeneration is one of the conditions your optometrist monitors for at your yearly eye exams. Let’s explore what macular degeneration is, the different types, and if…
Do Cataracts Have to be Ripe to be Removed? Eyecare is an essential part of everyday life, whether that means keeping up with your eye exams or needing any specialty eye care procedures. Taking care of your eyes means reporting any potential issues to your optometrist. Cataracts are one of these eye issues you need…
Broadway Eyecare is conveniently located on the corner of Broadway & Main Street, just around the corner from Oskayak High School.
| Monday: | Closed, but we’d be happy to see you at Stonebridge Eyecare, Pinehouse Eyecare, Warman Eyecare, Brighton Eyecare, Invision Eyecare, or Northernlights Eyecare! |
| Tuesday: | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (with the exception of long weekends) |
| Sundays: | Closed |
| Holidays & Long Weekends: | Closed |
We understand that life is busy, and it isn’t always convenient to take time out of your workday to visit your optometrist. To help serve you better, we offer Saturday appointments and have extended hours on Thursdays.
