New research from ophthalmologists shows that our eyes are rapidly changing as we adapt to screen use on smartphones and computers. Our eyes are supposed to stop growing in our teens yet with extended periods of time using screens, they are continuing to grow. When we spend time focusing on things at near, such as phones and tablets, our eyes start to elongate. This prevents our eyes from bending the light as it should. Elongation results in Myopia, another term used for near

Dr. Lalwani is proud to accept the designation of Fellow by the American Society of Retina Specialists. This designation recognizes members who demonstrate "expertise in the management of vitreoretinal disorders, and the highest ethical and professional standards." The ASRS is the largest organization of retina specialists in the world, representing over 3,000 physicians in all 50 US states. The Society serves as a national advocate and primary source of clinical and scientif