Eyewear for Memorial Day Just Around the Corner!

Memorial Day is the official kick-off to summer and brings families and friends together. It’s also a time when folks are doing activities they may not have done for several months and it requires a little planning. If you or your family members are going to be outdoors, remember the sun block and don’t forget your protective eyewear! Whether you’re playing sports or just kicking back on the deck, the right eyewear for your activity is important.

D’Ambrosio Eye Care wants to remind you it’s important to wear UV-blocking sunglasses and a brimmed hat or cap to additionally protect the sensitive areas around your eyes. This isn’t just for the adults; children should also be monitored for protection, too.

Have a happy and fun holiday!

Lasik Evaluation Expectations

Having LASIK may be an excellent vision correction option for you. However, the only completely reliable way to determine whether Laser Vision Correction or Laser Eye Surgery of any type is going to help you achieve your personal vision correction goals is to have a thorough consultation.

“When we see our patients for LASIK evaluations we are sure to be as thorough as possible,” said D’Ambrosio Eye Care Corneal Specialist and LASIK Surgeon JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.






Your LASIK consultation should consist of a number of clinical tests including:

>Measurement of your uncorrected visual acuity

>Measurement of your visual acuity with your current eyeglasses or contact lenses

>Optical measurement of the current prescription that you are wearing in your eyeglasses and/or a review of your current contact lens prescription

>A thorough review of your medical and eye history, including all prescription and non-prescription medication that you have been or are currently taking

>A refraction-automated or manual-to determine your current prescription

>A topography measurement to digitally map the shape of your cornea

>A pachymetry measurement of the thickness of your cornea

>A measurement of pupil size

>A microscopic evaluation of the health of your cornea and tear film, including testing for dry eyes.

“From this testing, it can be determined whether you should proceed to the final level of testing whereby the actual preoperative measurements are taken for your treatment and a thorough examination of the retina and optic nerve can be performed,” said Dr. Chang.

In addition to the actual clinical testing, your LASIK evaluation will include a full discussion of LASIK risks, benefits and complications and a thorough analysis of the personal goals and objectives that you feel are important to your success. The best way for you or someone you know to find out if they are a candidate for LASIK is to schedule an evaluation for LASIK at D’Ambrosio Eye Care by calling 800-325-3937.

LASIK and Ringing Wedding Bells at D’Ambrosio Eye Care

Francis A. D'Ambrosio, Jr., M.D.

What do wedding bells and LASIK have in common? June is just around the corner and it is one of the busiest months of the year for weddings. Now is a great time to think about LASIK as a great vision correction option so you can be free of the hassle of eyeglasses and contact lenses for your wedding. Being free of eyeglasses or contact lenses is a dream-come-true for many folks and what better time than for your wedding and honeymoon. D’Ambrosio Eye Care offers a free LASIK consultation to determine if you are a good potential candidate for the procedure. This is the only way for our team of medical doctors, led by Drs. Joann C. Chang and Francis A. D’Ambrosio, Jr., to determine if this is an appropriate choice for you.

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.

This consultation appointment can be made by calling 1-800-325-3937. Our LASIK Coordinator will be happy to answer any questions you may have and can schedule for a free consultation.

Convenient Office Hours at D’Ambrosio Eye Care

D’Ambrosio Eye Care has convenient extended office hours to meet the needs of our patients. Should an emergency occur and you cannot wait for our office to open, please note our doctors are on call 24 hours daily.

Our offices are open the following hours:

LANCASTER
Monday through Thursday: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Friday and Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 2:00pm

ACTON
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 1:30pm
Sunday: Closed

GARDNER
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00am – 7:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Childrens’ Eyeglass Painless Growth Program

D’Ambrosio Eye Care is proud to offer a special “Parent’s Painless Growth Program” in our Optical Departments to assist the parents of children who wear eyeglasses.

Program Details:
Throughout your child’s life their vision is growing and changing, much like the size of their clothes or shoes. For many children, their prescription can change more than once each year until their eyes are fully developed. In cases like this, D’Ambrosio Eye Care recognizes that purchasing a new pair of lenses with each change could become costly to parents, so we offer your child free lens changes for these premature changes that happen earlier than routine eye examinations (up to age 18).

All you need to do is be sure that one of our highly-qualified doctors continues to care for your child’s eyes. If we decide that your child's eyes are outgrowing their lenses, we will change them for FREE!

Please ask any of our Opticians or Optical Department Staff for more information.

Who Is A Good Lasik Candidate?

“The desire or the need to be free of the hassle of eyeglasses or contact lenses for seeing at distance motivates millions of people-just like you-to consider LASIK”, said Cornea and LASIK Specialist JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. of D’Ambrosio Eye Care. Thoughts of being able to wake up and see the alarm clock clearly- and just get up and go, have great appeal for anyone dependent on glasses or contacts. The freedom to take on each day's activities, unencumbered, has changed the lives of many.

Dr. Chang has relayed the following guidelines for patients to consider regarding who is a good candidate for LASIK surgery:

• The great majority of patients who are nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism are potential candidates for LASIK.



• Good LASIK candidates are at least 18 years of age or older and have stable vision. This means that their eyeglass or contact lens prescription has not changed much in the last year or so. Many people do not have "stable" vision until 21 years of age, however so each person is a bit different.




• Good LASIK candidates have healthy eyes that are free from retinal problems, corneal scars, and any other eye diseases. They have normal corneal shapes and thickness as well as healthy tears.




• The best LASIK candidates are those with a lifestyle, activities or occupation in which they are dissatisfied with their contact lenses or glasses.

The best way for you or someone you know to find out if they are a good candidate for LASIK is to have an evaluation, examination and consultation at D’Ambrosio Eye Care. Please feel free to phone D’Ambrosio Eye Care Toll Free at 800-325-3937 to schedule a consultation and examination.

Pediatric Ophthalmologist Oren L. Weisberg, M.D.

Did you know that at D'Ambrosio Eye care, Dr. Oren Weisberg is our Pediatric Ophthalmoloist, seeing children up to the age of 18, those with special needs and even some adult cases? We are fortunate to have such a personable and skilled doctor and surgeon on our staff.

Working directly with Dr. Weisberg are ophthalmic technicians trained to work with the special requirements of children.

Dr. Weisberg specializes in all types of eye diseases in children and also treats both pediatric and adult strabismus (eye turns or crossed eyes) as well as amblyopia (lazy eye).

Ultraviolet (UV) Eye Protection Awareness Month

D’Ambrosio Eye Care wishes to announce that Prevent Blindness America has designated May as National Ultraviolet Eye Awareness Month. Most people know the harmful effects that ultraviolet (UV) rays can have on the skin. But many are not aware of the damage that they can cause to the eyes. Possibly the most frightening aspect of UV damage is that it is cumulative, meaning the negative effects may not present themselves until years later.

Today almost everyone is aware of the potential damage that sunlight and ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause to their skin, most do not know or appreciate that ultraviolet light (UV) can also cause significant damage to eye health and vision.

“Most of us wouldn’t dream of staying outside in the sun without putting on sunscreen lotion,” said Francis D’Ambrosio, Jr., M.D., Medical Director of D’Ambrosio Eye Care. “But we also need to remember to wear both UV-blocking sunglasses and a brimmed hat to protect our eyes as well.”

Patients are fortunate to have wide range of UV protecting eyeglass lenses available to choose from. Eye protection from UV needs to be complete but doesn’t have to be overly expensive. High quality sunglasses should block out 99-100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation. It is also important to have UV protection in everyday eyewear, which is readily available with a number of UV blocking eyeglass lens materials, specialized coatings and photochromic lenses.

“We know that extended exposure to UV has been linked to many eye problems, conditions and in some cases thought to quicken the onset of eye diseases such as Cataract, Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), certain cancers on the delicate skin around the eye, Pterygia-a growth of white tissue on the surface of the eye-and even Photokeratitis, a type of sunburn of the cornea”, said JoAnn C. Chang, M.D., a Corneal Specialist at D’Ambrosio Eye Care.

When you visit D’Ambrosio Eye Care, please feel free to ask any questions you might have about UV protection, eye disease and the best way to protect your eyes with the proper eyewear and lens choices. D’Ambrosio Eye Care can be reached at 800-325-3937 to help answer questions.

Happy Easter

From all of us at D'Ambrosio Eye Care.

Easter tomorrow

Wishing you a Happy Easter tomorow from all of us at D'Ambrosio Eye Care!

D'Ambrosio Screening in Ayer

Recently, Meritza Kluge, OD, was at the Ayer Council on Aging with a team of ophthalmic technicians from D'Ambrosio Eye Care for a vision screening in conjunction with the Nashoba Nursing community nurse.

Technicians checked vision and pressure for glaucoma and then folks were seen by Dr. Kluge for a check for cataracts and to ask any eye health related questions they may have had.

Eye Health Vitamins: OmegaAdvance

Premium Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplement

Supports Macular and Heart Health

 
 
-- Delivers omega-3 EPA and DHA to support macular health and promote a healthy cardiovascular system


-- Utilizes highest-quality, pharmaceutical grade fish oil from the purest sources


-- Provides lutein and zeaxanthin to help support healthy vision


-- Includes olive leaf extract with antioxidant polyphenols to ensure omega-3 potency

Patriot's Day - 115th Boston Marathon

Today is Patriot's Day and the 115th running of the Boston Marathon!! Good luck to all!

Let's GO RED SOX!

Time to turn things around... here is a shot of our banner flying over the Green Monster! Maybe this will bring them some luck in their series this weekend with Toronto!

GO SOX!

D'Ambrosio Eye Care at Ipswich Drive in Winchendon

Derrick Chung, OD and a team of ophthalmic technicians were pleased to be at Ipswich Drive recently for a vision screening. Ipswich Drive is managed by the Winchendon Housing Authority and has 90 apartments.

We were in their Community Room and were able to screen over a dozen of the residents, checking their vision, pressure for glaucoma and cataracts. Dr. Chung was also available to answer their individual eye health questions.

We were treated to refreshments and some home-baked goodies! Thank you to the staff of Ipswich Drive, we look forward to seeing you again soon!

D'Ambrosio Eye Care at Leominster High School

This week we had a team of ophthalmic technicians at Leominster Senior High School for the school annual Health Fair.

We provided vision screenings to over 80 students during the fair! It's a great opportunity for us to be able to remind students to wear their glasses or contacts, as this is the age they are preparing for their driver's license, or already have one. It's a good reminder of how important it is for them to see clearly to instill the necessary confidence behind the wheel.

Frame manufacturers have definitely taken the needs and desires of the "tween" generation into consideration. We carry several lines that are perfect for this age group coupled with our "Parents Painless Growth Program" for lens changes making a good deal for parents.

LASIK procedures in Lancaster today

JoAnn C. Chang is in our Lancaster surgical suite today performing LASIK procedures on several patients. Good candidates for the procedure, she is looking forward to seeing them tomorrow at their first post-op appointment.

Andrea, our Refractive Coordinator, has done her cookie magic once again! Providing a little extra TLC for our patients, she has made home-baked cookies!

Patients rave about the care and consideration given by our staff during their time in the our LASIK suite and enjoy the little extra touches provided.

Eye Health Vitamins: OcularProtect

Comprehensive Support for Visual and Whole Body Health

OcularProtect is a robust, scientifically-based mmultinutrient designed to support visual and whole body health. This comprehensive formula of over 40 essential vitamins, minerals and other key nutrients features a balanced combination of antioxidants, including: vitamins C and E, flavonoids, 7 mg of FloraGLO® lutein, and 1 mg zeaxanthin. OcularProtect is made from premium ingredients that are encapsulated in
powder form for maximum bioavailability. 

Nutrition and Your Health

The American Medical Association now recommends a multivitamin daily for all American adults. While proper supplementation can help maintain good health, choosing the right one can be challenging. OcularProtect is a premium quality, doctor-recommended supplement that provides the nutrients your body needs to perform at its best.

HURRY - trunk show 9-1 today only

Hurry on down to 479 Old Union Turnpike in Lancaster if you want to take advantage of our spring trunk show. Prices will be 35% off* and you'll have an opportunity to view some of the latest styles and meet with the manufacturer's reps from Coach, Claiborne and Armani with their new lines. *Excludes prior sales, our Value Line Collection, Nike Max and Maui Jim, and no additional discounts, including insurance, apply.

Spring trunk show tomorrow

Come join us tomorrow at 479 Old Union Turpike to see the latest in spring styles and save 35%! What a great opportunity to meet with the manufacturer's representatives and see what has just been released for spring and summer.

The trunk show is from 9:00am - 1:00pm so make sure to mark it on your calendar!

We'll have refreshments, a raffle drawing, gifts with purchase, so come on down! Bring a friend!

NEW EYES!

A recent LASIK patient, Chris R., wrote to us: "Thank you so much for giving me a new pair of eyes!" Boy, it doesn't get much better than that! "It was quicker and easier than anticipated, " he said. JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. was seeing post-op patients today in Lancaster and, based on the smiles I saw this morning, it looks like we have more happy patients!

Vision Screening at Phoenix Park

Derrick Chung, O.D.

Staff from D'Ambrosio Eye Care was at Phoenix Park recently for a health fair sponsored by Nashoba Nursing. The fair was open to employees of the park and was well attended.

Derrick Chung, O.D. was the optometrist from our office doing the screening along with our technicians.

It was very well-attended and it was nice to meet some new folks are present our practice information to them.

Some of the attendees hadn't had an eye exam in decades, so it was good for them to see where they are at with their vision, pressures and more! Also, a good reminder for others it may be time to schedule that eye exam!

JoAnn C. Chang performs LASIK & PRK

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. was busy this morning with LASIK and PRK procedures in our Lancaster surgical suite.

One of her recent patients, Lawrence L., said "I want to thank Andrea, and expecially Dr. Chang, for the great manner in which they took care of me and my LASIK experience!"

It's always great to get such nice feedback!

As usual, Andrea treated patients and guests with "TLC" and some of her yummy, home baked cookies!

TRUNK SHOW - 35% savings

Come join us on Saturday, April 9, from 9:00am - 1:00pm at our Lancaster location... we're going to "Rock 'n' Roll into Spring" with the latest styles in eyewear! We will be serving refreshments, have a gift with purchase, raffle drawing and more!

There will be two manufacturer's reps here representing the lines from Coach, Sean John, Armani and Claiborne. In addition to the frames we have in our Optical Department, the reps bring their display cases filled with the latest styles and colors!

Come join us for a rockin' good time and enjoy 35% off your purchase.

Hope you can join us!

Some restrictions apply and no further discounts (including insurance) apply.

D'Ambrosio Eye Care at Bigelow Gardens Lancaster

A team from D'Ambrosio Eye Care will be at Bigelow Gardens housing in Lancaster today for a vision, glaucoma and cataract screening. This screening is in conjunction with the community nurse from Nashoba Valley nursing checking blood pressures.

Khyla Lance, O.D. will be the Optometrist at the screening.

Spring Eyeglass & Eyewear Trunk Show at D'Ambrosio Eye Care

Representatives and fashion consultants from a number of eyewear design lines will be present in the optical department of our Lancaster, Massachusetts office from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM on April 9th to assist our guests in their frame selections and eyeglass fittings. “In addition, our staff will be available to assist guests in eyeglass lens selection in order to configure the best looking, best fitting and best performing eyeglass choices. Anyone attending who orders complete eyeglasses at the trunk show will be entitled to a 35% discount in their purchases,” relayed Jocelyn Mylott, Manager of Optical Services at D’Ambrosio Eye Care.

JoAnn Chang, M.D. Appointed LASIK Editorial Advisor

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. a Cornea, Cataract and LASIK Surgeon at D'Ambrosio Eye Care which serves greater Boston and central Massachusetts has been appointed as an Editorial Advisor for the LASIK patient information and education web site www.seewithlasik.com. As an advisory board member she will provide assistance with article review, topical guidance and clinical input regarding laser eye surgery, LASIK and new procedures and techniques for LASIK Eye Surgeries. Dr. Chang earned her medical degree at The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, then completed an Internship in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin and a residency in ophthalmology at The University of Chicago Hospitals, Department of Ophthalmology followed by a Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at the John Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. Dr. Chang is a corneal specialist with expertise in the diagnosis & treatment of corneal disease, cornea trauma and surgical complications including the corneal transplantation techniques of Penetrating Keratoplasty (PK), Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK), Decemet's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) and Decemet's Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK). In addition, Dr. Chang provides cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation (IOL) with advanced technology lens implants for the correction of astigmatism and near vision after cataract surgery.

D'Ambrosio Eye Care donates to Child Life Program

The employees of D'Ambrosio Eye Care generously donated 82 craft kits to the children in the "Child Life Program" at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester! Employees donated the supplies to make door hangers, picture frames, wall art and more!

These children are hospitalized with serious illnesses and this program was designed to provide some "normalcy" for them. They celebrate birthdays, have tutors to keep them current with school work, have a Clown Care Unit for some fun! On Wednesday afternoons they have pets come in to visit!

Our donation is only a small part, but we hope it brings a smile and some fun for them!

Eye Health Vitamins: MacularProtect Plus

Powerful Protection For Your Sight



MacularProtect Plus is a powerful nutritional formulation developed to help preserve your macular health. Based on the most advanced scientific research, MacularProtect Plus delivers a robust combination of antioxidants and minerals including lutein; vitamins A, C and E; zinc; copper and selenium – key nutrients found to play a significant role in eye health.

The Science Behind MacularProtect Plus


MacularProtect Plus is based on the findings of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), a clinical trial supported by the National Eye Institute, and also embraces other advanced science. The long-term AREDS clinical trial showed that patients taking supplementary antioxidants combined with zinc had a better chance of retaining their macular health and vision than those who received only zinc, antioxidants alone, or a placebo.

MacularProtect Plus is an appropriate choice for smokers and non-smokers alike.

Happy Post-op Patients

Dr. JoAnn C. Chang was busy seeing her LASIK & PRK post op patients today in Lancaster. It was great to see everyone's reaction from their procedures yesterday!

LASIK in Lancaster, MA today

Today, JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. and her technicians were busy today in our LASIK suite. We had several patients having LASIK & PRK amid resounding cheers from those in the waiting area!

Andrea made her famous chocolate chip cookies, providing a little TLC for our patients!

D'Ambrosio Eye Care at Rollstone Bank employee health fair



Milly Mui, O.D.



Our team is pleased to provide vision, glaucoma and cataract screenings for the employees of Rollstone Bank and Trust at its Fitchburg location today.

Milly Mui, O.D. is the Optometrist scheduled for the screening.



April is Sports Eye Safety Month

April has been designated as Sports Eye Safety Month by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Most people are aware of the importance of proper eye protection in sports such as hockey or racquetball, and wear face masks or appropriate safety goggles. Unfortunately, many people are injured each year in a variety of other "less dangerous" sports which also require proper eye protection. D'Ambrosio Eye Care wants to remind patients about the importance wearing protective eyewear when participating in team sports. Some facts for each and every patient to consider are:

• An estimated 40,000 sports eye injuries occur every year. The majority of those being affected by sports eye injuries are children and teenagers, too many of whom suffer permanent visual impairment.


• For young athletes, baseball and basketball account for the largest number of injuries.


• Little League pitchers may throw the ball up to 70 mph - fast enough to break bones and do serious damage to the eye.


• In basketball, you can't prevent contact with flying elbows and fingers, but the serious eye injuries they can cause can be prevented by wearing appropriate protective eyewear.


• Many other popular sports, such as tennis, soccer, football, golf, water sports and hockey, also put unprotected players at risk for serious eye injury.

Studies have shown that by wearing the right protective eyewear more than 90 percent of eye injuries can be prevented.

• Specific eyewear is available for just about all activities. We can recommend the appropriate eyewear for your sport.


• Most protective eyewear, including goggles, face shields and guards should be made of polycarbonate plastic.


• Protective eyewear must be properly fitted by an eye care professional.


• Regular street glasses and contacts do not offer enough protection for sports.

It's up to parents to ensure their children wear eye protection when they play sports.

• Many children's sports leagues, schools and teams don't require children to wear eye protection. Parents should insist that children wear eye protection every time they play and set a good example by wearing eye protection themselves whenever they play.


• One-eyed athletes need to be especially careful by wearing eye protection at all times during sport and recreational activities.


• There's no evidence that wearing eye protection hampers athletic performance. Many famous athletes have excelled in their respective sports while wearing protective eyewear.


• It's a fact! If you play sports, you can get hurt.

Eye Health Vitamin: MacularProtect Complete D-S

MacularProtect Complete D-S  This vitamin from ScienceBased Health is the same multi-nutrient formula as MacularProtect Complete except without betacarotene which has been linked to health risks in smokers.

Make certain to tell your eye doctor if you smoke or have a history of smoking.



~ Convenient, all-in-one formula provides powerful protection for macular and whole body health –
no additional multinutrient is needed.
~ Based on the AREDS clinical trial and other advanced scientific research.
~ Features a robust 10 mg of lutein and a diverse array of other important antioxidants.
~ New! Now provides trans-resveratrol – a heart-healthy component of red wine, as well as turmeric for colon health, and higher levels of B-vitamins.

Opticians repair and clean eyewear for Seniors and Residents

Today our Opticians gave the eyewear belonging to residents at Prescott Mill Housing in Clinton a little TLC!  Our Opticians took a couple of hours out of their schedules to provide a little conversation to residents while making much-needed repairs.

Residents were thrilled to have them there!  Thanks to all who participated!  A little TLC goes a long way!

April is Sports Eye Safety Month

Every month should be sports eye safety month, however the American Academy of Ophthalmology has chosen April 2011 to make people aware of it's importance.  Most people are aware of the importance of proper eye protection in sports such as hockey or racquetball and wear face masks or appropriate safety goggles.  Unfortunately, many people are injured each year in a ariety of other "less dangerous" sports which also require proper eye protections.  D'Ambrosio Eye Care wants to remind patients about the importance of wearing protective eyewear when participating in team sports.

Stop by any of our three optical departments and discuss your individual sporting activities with our licensed opticians to ensure the optimum protection.

D'Ambrosio Eye Care at MWCC

John Marabello, O.D.

On Monday, D'Ambrosio Eye Care participated in a health fair at Mt.Wachusett Community College in Gardner.  It was well-attended by visitors, students and faculty.  There were quite a few tables present with representatives of different health-related offerings, insurance, assistive devises for the vision/hearing impaired, diabetic information and community health information.


We have been participating in this fair for many, many years and are happy to provide vision screenings to the attendees.  John Marabello, O.D. was our Optometrist at the fair.

First day of spring

FINALLY!  It's official - spring has arrived!  We've had a long, snowy, cold, windy winter and I think we've all been axiously awating the official arrival of spring!

At D'Ambrosio Eye Care, Inc. we're celebrating with a potluck lunch!  Hopefully, we've seen the last of Ol' Man Winter for awhile!

Eye Health Vitamins: MacularProtect Complete

MacularProtect Complete

~ Manufactured by ScienceBased Health, it provides the AREDS formula vitamins and minerals found to preserve eyesight in the landmark AREDS clinical trial, sponsored by the National Eye Institute.

~ An excellent value, this convenient, all-in-one formula provides powerful protection for macular and whole body health. In addition to the AREDS formula, MacularProtect Complete also includes a robust multivitamin component. No additional multivitamin is needed.
~ Appropriate for individuals concerned about preserving their eyesight and overall body health.
~ Contains a blend of antioxidants and zinc at levels found to preserve eyesight in the AREDS clinical trial.
~ Provides 10 mg of bioavailable FloraGLO® lutein and 1 mg zeaxanthin, consistent with the latest scientific findings.
~ Features complete multinutrient support with 30 additional nutrients, including a diverse array of bioflavonoids, antioxidants and other essential vitamins and minerals to protect the health of the whole body.



D'Ambrosio Eye Care goes to college...



John Marabello, O.D.

Yes, we're heading to Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner!  The "Mount" is holding a health fair on Monday, March 21, from 10:00am - 1:00pm and we'll be there with John Marabello, O.D. and technicians for vision, glaucoma and cataract screenings.  Stop by and say hello!



Top O' The Mornin'

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all!

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. performs LASIK vision correction surgeries today

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.  treated several patients this morning with laser vision correction surgery - LASIK - here in our Lancaster surgical suite.

Before and after the procedure, Andrea our LASIK Coordinator, treated patients to some delicious cookies along with a healthy dose of TLC.

We're looking forward to seeing these patients post op tomorrow!

Vision Screening at Carlin's Tavern Ayer

Kristen Stanley, O.D.

Today we'll be at Carlin's Tavern in downtown Ayer, MA for a vision, glaucoma and cataract screening in conjunction with the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health.  The community nurse will be conducting a blood pressure clinic at the same time.

We'll be there from 2:00pm - 3:30pm and Kristen Stanley, O.D. will be the Optometrist.

Dr. Vyas speaks at Silver Sneakers today at MWCC

Dr. Sahana Vyas spoke to the Silver Sneakers group at Mount Wachusett Community College today on the effects of diabetes on vision.

Eye Health Vitamin: Macular Protect

MacularProtect is an antioxidant vitamin and mineral supplement from ScienceBased Health designed to help maintain the health of the macula, the area at the center of the retina where the sharpest central vision occurs. The nutrients in MacularProtect reflect the findings of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), advanced research on the role of lutein in eye health, as well as new evidence of the protective role of B-vitamins.

MacularProtect Highlights:

   􀁦 Scientific nutritional formulation for individuals concerned about preserving macular health

   􀁦 Contains blend of antioxidants and zinc at levels found to support eye health in the AREDS clinical trial

   􀁦 Contains 10 mg of FloraGLO® lutein and 1mg of zeaxanthin, consistent with the latest scientific findings

Daylight Savings Time begins today

D'Ambrosio Eye Care wants to remind you that Daylight Savings Time begins today.  If you haven't already done so, "spring" your clock forward now! 

Unfortunately, that hour of sleep we lost won't be regained until November!  However, I think it's a small price to pay for the extended daylight hours!

S-P-R-I-N-G ahead

Tonight is the time to move your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed! 

And... I think S-P-R-I-N-G weather appears to be ahead, too!

Dr. Vyas to speak at MWCC Silver Sneakers



Sahana Vyas, M.D.

Sahana Vyas, M.D., retina specialist at D'Ambrosio Eye Care is looking forward to being at Mount Wachusett Community College on Tuesday, March 15, to speak to the Silver Sneakers group on The Importance of a Dilated Eye Examination.

Our speaking and vision screening services are a way to provide a little TLC to the communities we service.

Importance of Polarized Sunglasses

Don't forget, even though it's only early spring, it's important to wear your polarized sunglasses.  If you need an updated prescription, give us a call at 1-800-325-EYES.  We are open seven days a week in Lancaster and Monday - Saturday in Acton and Gardner.  We have a great selection of frame for men, women and children. 

Busy day in our refractive area!

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D. has been busy today performing laser vision correction procedures in our LASIK area.  Andrea, our Refractive Coordinator, baked some yummy treats providing a little extra TLC for our patients!

Thank you for your support

A great big THANK YOU to all who came out in support of TEAM D'AMBROSIO EYE CARE to benefit the Greater Gardner Relay for Life at Friendly's Restaurant in Leominster.  We won't know our total for awhile so stay tuned, but we do appreciate your support!

Fundraiser tonight at Friendly's Restaurant in Leominster

Come join us tonight for take out or eat in at the Friendly's Restaurant at 482 North Main Street.  Friendly's will donate a portion of all sales between 5:00pm and 8:00pm for TEAM D'AMBROSIO EYE CARE for the Greater Gardner Relay for Life.

Celebrate the warmer weather and disappearing snow with your favorite sundae! Yummmm.....

ScienceBased Health Vitamins

D'Ambrosio Eye Care is committed to our patient's eye health.  One of the ways we do this is to offer a line of supplements from ScienceBased Health®.  We believe these are the highest quality eye vitamins available.

Stay tuned each Monday for the next several weeks as we'll cover the types of vitamins and their recommended use.

Starting the series will be the four formulations for patients with macular conditions followed by three additional supplements for eye health.

Relay for Life - Friendly's Leominster fund raiser

You're invited!  Come join us tomorrow night, Tuesday, March 8 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm at the Friendly's Restaurant on Rt. 12 (next to Staples/Super 8)  at 482 N Main Street.  The restaurant will be donating a portion of the proceeds during this time to the Greater Gardner Relay for Life under TEAM D'AMBROSIO!  Eat in, take out or just stop by to make a donation - it all goes to a great cause.  They even have a large selection of meals under 555 calories!

Our goal for 2011 is $5,000.  So far we've reached $1,652.  WHOO HOO!  While we've made some good progress, we still have a way to go...

Hope to see you there!

Vision screening at Concord Senior Center

Khyla Lance, O.D.

D'Ambrosio Eye Care staff was recently at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center in Concord for a vision, glaucoma and cataract screening.

Khyla Lance, O.D. was the Optometrist conducting the screening. 

D'Ambrosio Eye Care announces new Vision Plan

We are pleased to announce a new Vision Plan for our patients, and their household members, with exceptional discounts on eyewear, contact lenses and LASIK.  Please ask us about it at your next visit or call today.  Our opticians will we happy to discuss the details of the plan with you!

LASIK in Lancaster



JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.



Francis A. D'Ambrosio, Jr., M.D.

Dr. D'Ambrosio, Jr. and   Dr. Chang are performing laser vision correction surgeries in our Lancaster surgical suite today.

Andrea, our Refractive Coordinator, has added a little TLC to the day with her peanut butter chocolate chip cookies for patients and guests!

March is National Eye Donor Month

March has been designated to bring awareness to the importance of being an organ donor.  Did you know that through organ donation healthy corneas can be utilized to give the give of sight to another individual or possibly two?



JoAnn C. Chang, M.D.



The US Department of Health & Services has a website http://www.organdonor.gov/default.asp  that gives more information and links to sign up.  The link to the Massachusetts site is http://www.donatelifenewengland.org/register.html .  Many of us have signed up as Organ Donors at the Registry of Motor Vehicles and have a sticker on our licenses.  The site above provides another way to register.  The online registry will allow you to select which organs you choose not to donate. 

JoAnn C. Chang, M.D., ophthalmologist at D'Ambrosio Eye Care is our cornea specialist and performs cornea transplants as appropriate for her patients.

Prevalence of Sight Threatening Diabetic Retinopathy Considerable

According to an article published Family Practice News, published by International Medical New Group on September 1, 2010, the rate of diabetic retinopathy may be 29% in adult diabetics pointing to a high prevalence of vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy in the United States.  "We are working very hard to help diabetic patients preserve their eye health and vision", said Francis A. D'Ambrosio, Jr., M.D.  "In order for us to be effective in providing advanced diagnostic testing and care for diabetic retinopathy, we need patients to help by maintaining good dietary control and their overall health." 

D'Ambrosio Eye Care provided Boston diabetic patients with complete diagnosis, treatment and management of diabetic eye problems.