by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | May 12, 2026 | Systemic Disease, Vision
Eye health is often overlooked, yet it plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Our eyes are not just windows to the world; they are essential for daily activities, from reading and driving to enjoying nature. Maintaining good eye health can significantly...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Jul 18, 2023 | Systemic Disease
A drooping face, particularly on one side, is a common symptom that can be associated with both Bell’s Palsy and stroke, medically known as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Although these conditions share similarities, they have distinct causes and necessitate...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Apr 10, 2023 | Systemic Disease, Vision Therapy
Bacterial conjunctivitis is an infection of the mucus lining of the front of the eye and inside of the eyelids. This type of infection is most common in children, the elderly, and those who are immunocompromised. Often this infection is caused by bacteria such as...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Oct 24, 2022 | Systemic Disease
Macular degeneration is a chronic eye condition that leads to loss of central vision. While there is no cure for macular degeneration, there are treatments available for the symptoms and options to prevent the progression of the condition and worsening of loss of...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | May 5, 2022 | Eye Disease, Systemic Disease
There are several types of anemias which are all blood conditions caused by a lack of sufficient red blood cells. These anemias can affect your eyes and vision in several ways. What is Anemia? The term anemia is used to describe a blood condition in which there are...
by Daniel Baruffi, OD, FAAO | Apr 13, 2021 | Pediatrics, Systemic Disease, Vision
Checking for Eye Misalignment (Strabismus) Checking for normal eye alignment is an important component of an eye examination. Our optometrist pays close attention to a patient’s eye position while they are looking at a target as this is important not only for the...
