Our Experts: GetEyeSmart.org

		Search:
		Newsroom \| Resources \| About EyeSmart

Our Experts

Follow:

Wayne Bizer, DO

Wayne Bizer, MD Wayne Bizer, DO, is a cataract and refractive surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He received his doctor of osteopathy degree from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and interned at the Detroit Osteopathic Hospital. He completed his residence at the Kresge Eye Institute of Wayne State University.

List of all Our Experts.

Questions Answered by Dr. Bizer

I am 58 years old and have had floaters for years now. This week, I noticed an increase in floaters and am now seeing lightning flashes occasionally (not consistently) in the peripheral part of my right eye. (07/19/2010)

How soon after cataract removal can an eye be measured for any needed corrective lenses? (07/19/2010)

I recently just got over what was called a cluster migraine that lasted for a month now I am experiencing blurred vision, doubled vision, and my eyes are now crossed what could this mean and is there a cure? (06/23/2010)

Hi, I am 25 years old and I have myopia -5 Rt. eye and -4.5 Lt. eye and good corneal thickness (600 by pentacam), and I use contact lenses for about 10 years every days for 8 hrs. (06/03/2010)

How much time is there after surgery, before you can resume activities, such as working out at the gym, swimming etc. (06/03/2010)

I am 56 years old and have developed cataracts. My doctor warned me prior to my chemotherapy that this might be the result. However, I have 4 more years of the oral form of chemotherapy which is not as potent as the IV form. (03/16/2010)

I recently went to an air show and forgot my sunglasses. I occasionally would stare/glance directly into the sun for two to three seconds. I'm just curious, do you believe this caused permanent damage to my eyes? (03/16/2010)

Are there any special technologies to decrease risks of cataract surgeries on extremely highly myopic eyes? (02/24/2010)

I am 80 years old and about to undergo cataract surgery. I have never worn contacts. I wear glasses only for reading. I do not need them for daytime driving or computer work. (02/24/2010)

Had bilateral RKs done in 1985 Deterioration of vision continues after successful surgery (5-7 years) Currently using hard contacts to shape cornea. Feel I am approaching the limits of this option. (02/01/2010)

I had cataract surgery in both eyes in 2009 and now wear reading glasses. I am a diabetic with high blood pressure. Does my next eye appointment need to be with an ophthalmologist or can I safely return to seeing an Optometrist? (02/01/2010)

My neighbor had Bell’s Palsy, which left her with excessive tearing in one eye. She now needs cataract surgery in that eye. Can this be performed? (12/22/2009)

I had cataract surgery 6 weeks ago, but still experience the feeling of a foreign object in my eye. I have been using lubricant eye drops, but the sensation is still there. Is this going to be a permanent situation? If so, how can it be treated? (12/22/2009)

Can I get laser eye surgery if I have or have had contact lens keratitis recently? If I do get laser eye surgery, what are the chances of redeveloping an infection? (11/25/2009)

I am attempting to assist a 58-year old Micronesian woman who has diabetes and severe cataracts. I believe that there are requirements that she control her blood sugar to a certain level before having cataracts removed. (11/25/2009)

My mom, 79 years old, had a pontine stroke recently. One of her symptoms was double vision in one eye. She has recovered well but still has double vision. Her other eye has a cataract and her vision is blurry in that eye. (10/05/2009)

Do you ever need a general anesthesia for cataract surgery? (08/19/2009)

I recently had my eyes examined. I am in my 50's and wear bi-focal contact lenses. I also have glasses just to give my eyes a rest from contacts. (08/10/2009)

I'm to have cataract surgery Aug. 5, and I am wondering how the new lens is kept in place. (08/05/2009)

I have worn gas permeable contact lenses for almost 50 years. I need to have cataracts removed. Is it true I must live one month per decade of lens wearing before the surgery? (07/31/2009)

Can you explain what "cortical cataracts" are and what might remedy them? If it helps, I am 56 years old and wear glasses. (07/31/2009)

My wife has been told she has cataracts and will need them repair via surgery. As the surgery dates approach, they have scheduled her for an 'angiogram' of her eyes. (07/15/2009)

I have been told that I cannot have LASIK or any similar surgical procedure because I have mild keratoconus but could have an intraocular lens implanted (to reduce my need for contacts or glasses). (07/09/2009)

I have clear, slightly thick discharges from both eyes. Is this normal for a 70 year old like me? (06/25/2009)

What is the best treatment for dry eye? (07/09/2009)

I have a friend who was born blind due to cataracts and when they removed them when she was a child, they removed the capsular bag behind the lenses. She is still legally blind. (06/25/2009)

My mother of 86 lost vision in one eye due to glaucoma. How can I help her to prevent losing her other eye with a cataract? (06/10/2009)

Is it a possibility to have an allergic reaction to the material used in the lenses implanted in cataract surgery? (06/10/2009)

My husband has bad cataracts in both eyes but has been told he couldn't have surgery because of his breathing problems. He has a paralyzed diaphragm and can't lie down. He wears a Bi-Pap machine to sleep on a hospital bed with elevation. (06/05/2009)

I was told that I need cataract surgery in both eyes. I was told that I could have one done on a Wednesday and the other done the next day. (06/05/2009)

I am 65 yrs. old and have suddenly developed double vision. MRI came out excellent. Ophthalmologist put a prism in my lens and said come back in two weeks. (06/05/2009)

I am going for cataract surgery and would like to know if it is necessary to use the high-priced lens implant rather than the lens that Medicare will give me. (05/18/2009)

I had Lasik surgery in 2000. A few years ago, I started a cataract in one eye. It seems to have stabilized but does affect my activities, especially golfing. Can cataract surgery be performed after someone has had Lasik surgery? (05/07/2009)

A 59 yr.old patient w/carcinoid which originated in the small bowel has been told this week he has cataracts. Are there special precautions in doing the surgery? We have been told carcinoid causes huge amounts of scar tissue as a result of any surgery. (04/20/2009)

How soon after cataract surgery can a man have sexual intercourse? (03/30/2009)

What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist? (03/30/2009)

Are dark eyes more sensitive to light after cataract surgery? (03/30/2009)

Can I have LASIK surgery after having cataract surgery in both eyes? (03/30/2009)

Can I get another cataract in the same eye after I had one removed? (03/23/2009)

My father had cataract surgery yesterday. He is 86 and wondering how long until he will see more clearly. Right now, his vision is cloudy. (03/23/2009)

What are the limitations after cataract surgery? Can I shoot guns without damage to my eye? Can I return to normal daily tasks. (03/23/2009)

Every time I go get a routine eye exam, the eye doctor looks at my eyes and gasps, You obviously had RK. There is so much scarring in my cornea that my vision is impossible to get a good reading. After RK over 15 years ago the scarring is as bad as ever. (03/19/2009)

I have continually worsening double vision. What could be causing this? Should I be seeing an optometrist or ophthalmologist? (03/19/2009)

I recently had my vision checked and was told that my optic nerve in my left eye does not look the same as my right. I was tested for glaucoma and the test came back negative. However, as I told the optometrist, I have severe, longlasting pain in my lef (03/17/2009)

How often should a patient on Plaquenil be examined by an ophthalmologist? What should the exam consist of? How often do you see retinopathy? How often should you get visual fields? Does all this go on as long as the patient is on therapy or is it safe af (03/17/2009)

I noticed a small pink spot in the white area of one eye, this (03/13/2009)

I have 3 kinds of cataract in both eyes? Have you ever heard of this? (03/12/2009)

Is an optomap scan of the retina a satisfactory alternative to having your pupils dilated for an annual eye exam? (03/12/2009)

My doctor tells me I need cataract surgery in one eye. My Mother and grandmother had this and it was followed by glaucoma then macular degeneration. (03/20/2009)

What medication is used to treat a fungal eye infection? (03/04/2009)

My husband always uses protective eyewear when he’s in his workshop, but now he’s telling me that I should use it when I’m out working in the yard. Do I really need to have protective eyewear to do my gardening chores? (02/17/2009)

I’m considering having LASIK surgery. Will I really be able to get rid of my glasses entirely? (02/17/2009)

I am getting to the point where my cataracts are interfering with my daily activities, so I think I’ll have surgery soon. But I take Flomax on a daily basis, and I’ve heard that it can cause a problem during eye surgery. Is that true? (02/18/2009)

Ask a Question

Answer Archive

Search Answers

Our Experts


	Did You Know? EyeSmart offers a monthly newsletter, with information on eye diseases, risk factors, treatments and other eye health topics. > Sign Up for EyeSmart News

EyeCareAmerica - Get Eye Care at No Cost

The EyeSmart Site and the Ask an Eye M.D.™ service provide educational information but NOT MEDICAL ADVICE. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all content on this Web site is the opinion or information of its author, not The American Academy of Ophthalmology or EyeCare America, and is current as of the date posted. Always contact your own ophthalmologist (eye M.D.) or other professional healthcare provider if you have a question concerning your or your family's health.

RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION ON THIS WEB SITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY AND EYECARE AMERICA ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY ADVICE, COURSE OF TREATMENT, DIAGNOSIS, DRUG AND DEVICE APPLICATION OR OTHER INFORMATION, SERVICES, OR PRODUCTS THAT YOU OBTAIN THROUGH THIS SITE.