Dr Jeffrey M Chadwick OD PC

05/01/2026

May is Healthy Vision Month. May is also Mental Health Awareness Month. This article outlines how the 2 are related. Be kind to yourself, and your eyes.

The ocular impact of stress may range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating vision loss.

04/27/2026

Did you know long nails put basketball players at higher risk for eye injuries? Players of all ages and levels, male and female, should keep nails trimmed short to minimize damage to other athletes' eyes. Ophthalmologists offer tips for staying safe on the court.

As more women basketball players choose to look feminine on the court, the nation’s ophthalmologists warn of eye risks.

04/20/2026

Wearing eye protection while playing sports could save your sight. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3JvjS8a

According to a recent Harris Poll, the majority of American adults are unaware how common traumatic eye injuries are while playing sports without eye protection. Why the large gap? History may be part

04/16/2026

GLP-1 Medications and Your Vision | For most people, GLP-1 medications are safe and effective. However, research suggests they may be associated with certain eye-related risks in some patients. Click the link for more information...

GLP-1 Medications and Your Vision

04/13/2026

April is Sports Eye Safety Month; sporting lore is chock-full of heroic moments, but eye injuries also dot its fabled, historic tapestry. While basketball players face the highest risk, no athlete—without eye protection—can defend a stray line drive, finger jab, or hockey stick. Check out the 20 worst sports eye injuries in history: https://bit.ly/3sCDNeR

Professional athletes have a history of career-threatening injuries to the eyes. Here are 20 of the most infamous eye injuries in modern sports.

04/10/2026

Join us in wishing Optician Terra a Happy Heart Birthday! Tomorrow marks 8 years since receiving the gift of life, a donor heart. ❤️ Consider registering to become an organ donor- you never know who you can help.

04/07/2026

Pickleball's popularity has served up an increase in eye injuries. Keep your eyes safe on the court with these tips:

Whether you’re new to the sport or consider yourself a pickleball pro, here’s what you need to know to safeguard your eyes and vision.

04/01/2026

April is Sports Eye Safety Month. Tens of thousands of sports and recreation-related eye injuries occur each year. Save your sight on the field or court by using proper eye protection:

Nearly 30,000 sports-related eye injuries are treated in U.S. emergency rooms each year, but most serious eye injuries could be prevented by wearing appropriate protective eyewear.

03/30/2026

Friendly reminder... different hours this week!

03/27/2026

Rounding out the month of March (Workplace Eye Wellness Month), we ask you follow these tips to protect your eyes at work:

*Take regular breaks using the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
*Wear protective eyewear if your job involves potential hazards.
*Adjust lighting and your screen settings to reduce eye strain.
*Keep your workspace clean to prevent dust and particles from affecting your eyes.
*Schedule a comprehensive eye exam to catch any issues early.

See you next month for Sports Eye Safety Month!

03/26/2026

Dr. Chadwick and his staff would love to wish Jessica Deckett our Patient Coordinator a Happy Birthday! 🎂

Enjoy your special day!

03/25/2026

Suffering from eye strain at work? Follow these tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology to get some relief.

"You may have heard that looking at a computer, smartphone, or other digital screen for long periods of time will permanently damage your eyes. Thankfully, this is not true. Neither are the old adages about..."

Staring at your computer screen, smartphone or other digital devices for long periods won’t cause permanent eye damage, but your eyes may feel dry, red and uncomfortable. Learn how to prevent digital