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  • 2900 Valencia Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
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Family floating and swimming in pool. They are all wearing sunglasses. This is preventing harmful exposure to UV rays which causes sunburn eyes. Wear protection over your eyes is strongly suggested by Aaron J. Affleck, M.D., a comprehensive ophthalmologist at Affleck, M.D. Eye Care – Surgical and Medical Ophthalmology Clinic in Idaho Falls, ID.
Categories Eye treatment, Ophthalmology Posted on May 31, 2023 May 31, 2023

These preventative steps can keep you from spoiling your summer day.

Preventive measures for eye pain when outdoors are simple: use a good hat, a good pair of UV-blocking sunglasses, and lubricating drops. Don’t forget the sunblock!

Glaucoma awareness
Categories Glaucoma Posted on January 15, 2022 January 15, 2022

You could have GLAUCOMA and not know it!

GLAUCOMA (an eye disease) should be a common household word. It is a major health issue. So when I first learned about it, I wanted to start walking through the streets with signs and a megaphone wa...
Aaron J. Affleck, M.D. Eye Surgeon In Idaho Falls, ID
Categories Other Posted on January 7, 2022 February 28, 2022

Guess this organ!

This organ is known as one of the most complex of the body. This organ normally comes in pairs. This organ is pronounced as one letter but written with three, only two different letters are used...
simulating the vision of those with Macular Degeneration
Categories Cataract, COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAM, Glaucoma, Ophthalmology Posted on December 5, 2021 January 15, 2022

Common Eye Conditions and How They Affect Your Vision.

Below is a vision simulator and while it is not exactly how each individual sees, it will provide helpful information.

creative shot of woman with layers of sunglasses
Categories COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAM, True Story Posted on November 30, 2021 August 25, 2022

True Story…Understanding why over-the-counter reading glasses may not work for you.

As you age your read it is not so clear. All your friends use over-the-counter readers, but that don’t seem to help. WHY? Astigmatism?!

Cataract illustration
Categories Cataract, Ophthalmology Posted on November 26, 2021 December 11, 2021

The top 5 reasons: “What You Should Know About Cataracts”

The top 5 “What You Should Know About Cataracts” in South Eastern Idaho.

Equipment and machinery at an eye care center
Categories COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAM Posted on November 7, 2021 February 28, 2022

Medical Vs Routine Eye Exam

Medical Vs Routine Eye Exam Which one do I need? The difference between “routine” vision examinations and medical eye examinations can be confusing and difficult to understand. There are, ho...
Person holding a four-leaf clover
Categories Cataract Posted on October 14, 2021 August 24, 2022

PanOptix IOL; Your Four Leaf Clover.

Investing in a PanOptix IOL for your cataract replacement lens is like finding a four leaf clover. "A Once In A Life Time Opportunity!" Can you guess the odds of finding a four leaf clover? 1 in 1...
Happy little baby with healthy eyes with smiling parents and clinical staff
Categories Pediatric Posted on September 30, 2021 September 9, 2022

Children and Surgery

Children and surgery is no small task. Preparing is the key to a successful procedure and recovery. WEEKS BEFORE SURGERY YOUR INSURANCE: Call your insurance and get the details. Many insuran...
Old Baseball inside of baseball glove
Categories Ophthalmology, Pediatric Posted on September 26, 2021 June 13, 2023

“For it’s one, two, three strikes, you’re out, At the old ball game.”

Your child might be missing more than the ball. Learn more on childhood vision problems.

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