Great Lakes Optometry

04/10/2026

FRIDAY FUNNY 🤣

All jokes aside--did you know if you're having an eye emergency 🚨 we can help?

We can treat eye infections, foreign bodies, corneal abrasions, as well as other mishaps ❌. So next time you feel like Mr. Frosty, instead of going to urgent care, give us a call!

04/09/2026

Kaitlin’s son Dominik was hanging out at the office this morning, & his grandma happened to have an appointment today!

He got to help Shelby do all of the pre-testing and take pictures of his grandma’s eyes!

Maybe a future optometrist?

04/08/2026

📢 Important Health Alert from Great Lakes Optometry! 📢

To our valued patients, we want to bring your attention to a recent voluntary recall of over 3 million bottles of various over-the-counter eyedrops. This recall, initiated in April 2026, is due to a lack of assurance of sterility during the manufacturing process, primarily affecting products from K.C. Pharmaceuticals distributed under numerous store brands.

Why the Recall?
The recall was issued out of an abundance of caution to prevent potential eye infections or other serious health issues that could arise from non-sterile products. While no major complications have been widely reported, your eye health is our top priority.

What You Should Do:
If you use store-brand eyedrops, please check the links below for the full list of affected products, brands, and lot codes. If you possess any of the recalled eyedrop products, the FDA advises that you immediately discard them. Do not use any eyedrops from the listed brands and lot codes. If you have used these products and experience any symptoms of an eye infection or other adverse reactions, such as redness, irritation, pain, or vision changes, please contact Great Lakes Optometry or your healthcare provider immediately.

Your vision and health are paramount to us. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you have any questions or concerns.

Stay safe and healthy,
The Team at Great Lakes Optometry

For the full list of recalled products:
🔗 https://health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlines/eye-drop-recall-2026-fda-flags-over-3-million-bottles-eye-doctors-explain-what-you-should-know/2026/04
🔗 https://glance.eyesoneyecare.com/stories/2026-04-07/fda-issues-nationwide-voluntary-recall-for-over-3m-eye-drop-bottles/

Federal agency identifies eight types of generic eye drops sold under store-brand names connected to potential risk for sterility issues.

04/07/2026

We will be closed for lunch today from 1:00-2:00. We apologize for any inconvenience!

04/06/2026

Several factors contribute to this:

Hormones: pregnancy and post partum fluctuations, birth control, and menopause can cause vision changes.

Autoimmune diseases: such as lupus, Sjogrens, and thyroid eye disease are more common in women & can impact eye health.

How can you protect yourself? Knowing your family history, having annual eye exams, and following your eye doctors recommendations is a great way to keep yourself healthy and on track.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter to you from the Great Lakes Optometry crew! 🐰💐

If you lost the egg hunt 🥚 because you couldn't see the eggs, then it might be time for an eye exam!

04/03/2026

FRIDAY FUNNY 🤣

It might be time for glasses if you've maxed out the font size on your phone and try to zoom in on papers.

Don't be in denial like Mr. Jenkins. Give us a call to schedule an eye exam.

Your eyes will thank you 👀

04/02/2026

Amniotic membrane treatment uses sterilized human placenta tissue as a biological bandage to treat severe ocular surface diseases.

The membranes are applied in office and are non invasive. It stays on anywhere from 3-5 days, and offers a restorative option that speeds up healing and enhances overall ocular comfort. The most common side effect is a foreign body sensation and blurred vision.

here’s a little peek into the exam room while Dr. Tom applies an amniotic membrane bandage lens to a patients eye.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON AMNIOTIC MEMBRANES CLICK THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.aao.org/eyenet/article/in-office-use-of-amniotic-membrane

04/01/2026

🚨BREAKING NEWS AT GREAT LAKES OPTOMETRY🚨

After many months of top-secret development, we are THRILLED to unveil our most advanced eyewear yet: X-RAY VISION GLASSES!!

You read that correctly! These glasses will allow you to:
✅See through walls
✅Spot missing socks inside the dryer
✅Find your keys with ease
✅Detect when your kids are up to no good in the next room

But wait! There's more! Other exclusive features include:
🔋 Self-Charging Lenses--powered entirely by eyerolls.
🎯 Precision Focus Mode--Just tell your glasses to "zoom in" and watch people get very uncomfortable!
🛠 Home Repair Mode--Finally see the studs before drilling "just to see what happens".

LIMITED RELEASE!!!!!
These glasses are only available on April 1st, 2026 while supplies last! (Supplies are SO limited, that none of these glasses actually exist. HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY!)

03/31/2026

We will be closed Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th in observance of the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays.

If you have eyewear that needs picked up, fixed, or adjusted, please plan accordingly.

Hours for the remainder of the week are Tuesday--Thursday 8:00-5:00.

03/30/2026

Dr. Tom may be on vacation this week, but we are still open! Lexi, Kaitlin, & Shelby will be here throughout the week and are happy to help!

Hours this week are Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00. Closed Friday 4/3 & Monday 4/6.

03/27/2026

The delicate skin of the eyelid measures about 0.02mm to 0.5mm thick, whereas the average thickness of the skin on the rest of the body ranges 1-2mm.