Vision Center

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Dr. Beth Repp

Taking Care of Your Eyes and You

By Jim Elias William Shakespeare once wrote, “The eyes are the window to your soul” . Matthew wrote, “The eye is the lamp of the body . If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light . ” In 2022, state-of-the-art technology gives the team at Muscatine’s Vision Center, P .C ., the ability to quickly and most effectively assess and diagnose the health of one’s eyes . All of the doctors and staff believe healthy eyes are essential for life . They work to help each patient see the world clearly and comfortably, not just for today, but for the rest of his or her life .

“People need a little time to talk about life,” says Dr . Patrick Walsh . “We get to know our patients … what makes them tick and what’s important to them . We enjoy helping individuals and hope our patients feel better about themselves when they leave . ” The goal at Vision Center, P .C . is to change the way people think about their eyes . That starts with a warm friendly greeting from the bright-eyed staff at the front door . Welcoming eyes meet you as you move around the practice . And when your eye exam begins, the doctors and technicians talk you through each step so you understand how the latest technology available will help you and your eyes be the healthiest they can be .

Clearing up concerns and fears

Two common eye conditions often the source of fear and concern are cataracts and dry eye . Vision Center, P .C . uses specialists, technology, and courses of action to help patients get the care they need for heathy eyes .

For cataract patients, Dr . Beth Repp is the only cataract surgeon that practices in Muscatine . Vision Center, P .C . makes it convenient for patients to not have to go out of town to see a surgeon . She is also the only surgeon in Muscatine providing eye medication injections for Macular Degeneration and Diabetic eye changes . Dr . Repp is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, holds professional membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and has had numerous articles published in professional journals . She is available for appointments at Vision Center, P .C . on Wednesdays and Thursdays . Dry Eye is another condition with a cloudy perception . Dr . Walsh explains it is long-term condition that causes both discomfort and fluctuation in vision .

“There is not one main cause for dry eye,” says Dr . Walsh . “It can be frustrating for patients because there are so many factors and many different ways to manage it . ” Dry eye affects many people . It can cause fluctuation in the vision throughout the day, and the eyes can also feel itching, scratching, burning, grittiness, redness, watering, pain, or the feeling of something in the eye when there really isn’t . To assess dry eye conditions, Vision Center P .C . uses new technology to help identify and diagnose the condition . Eyelid imaging technology and surface-of-the-eye imaging technology provide a quick, 10-minute test for dryness . Once properly diagnosed, therapies for proper tear production or eyelid massage can be used to aid in management of the condition . Dr . Walsh says, “People don’t have to suffer with dry eye when there are ways to manage it . ”

Vision Center P .C . is a medical eye care practice that knows your eyes are more than just what you see . They believe prevention is the best cure and early intervention keeps your eyes working well for years to come . Their goal is to change the way you think about your eyes . Eyes are your windows to the world and their health is essential to live life to its fullest . n

Vision Center P.C. 1700 Park Ave ., Muscatine For 24/7 emergency care, call: (563) 263-2020 Hours: Mon: 8am-7pm Tue-Fri: 8am-5:30pm Sat: 8am-12pm visioncenterpc.com