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During conversations with patients, friends and other folks we meet, it is very clear that many people think “glasses are glasses.” This is so far from the truth! There are many new lens design options available that address all different lifestyles, job requirements, hobbies and more. HOYA, one of the lens makers we often use,…
Just a quick reminder that Vision Plan Benefits and Flex Spending Plans typically expire on December 31. If you have not had your yearly Comprehensive Eye Exam, now is the perfect time to make that appointment and take care of your eyes! If you need new lenses due to scratches, or new frames due to…
Whether you want to get your children ready for science class, or you’re just a space buff, check out the next Solar Eclipse on Monday, August 21. According to this website www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/usa/chesapeake, folks in our area should be treated to a great show starting around 2:47 p.m., when a partial solar eclipse will occur. A partial solar…
We are excited to announce that Gontarek Eye Care has recently purchased more cutting-edge diagnostic equipment to better serve you and your family in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Norfolk. Marco 5100s have been installed in each of our Eye Exam Lanes and benefit patients the following ways: Eliminates flipping through lenses while asking patient “which…
As you know, we truly appreciate the military service members and families in Hampton Roads because of ALL they do for our community and country. For years now we have been proud supporters and sponsors of the Armed Services YMCA in Hampton Roads. This year we are taking our military support a step further by…
It’s a new year and time to schedule that eye exam you’ve been putting off. It is a common misconception that as long as your vision is good, you don’t need to visit an eye doctor. This is simply not true. Preventative maintenance is key to preserving eyesight. January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month.…
Gontarek Eye Care is proud to be an Accredited Dry Eye Center. We now offer TearLab testing, which takes a tear osmolarity measurement that allows our eye doctors to detect dry eye, often before symptoms are even noticed. It also allows us to track your progress when treatment has been started. This helps our eye care…
Gontarek Eye Care is excited to announce that it can now offer the latest in contact lens technology — the Acuvue Oasys 1 Day lens! These lenses are state-of-the-art and are designed to reduce symptoms of tired eyes and dryness while also providing enhanced comfort and performance. The new lenses are called “Acuvue Oasys 1-Day with Hydralux”.…
We are excited to announce that Gontarek Eye Care has recently purchased two new pieces of cutting-edge diagnostic equipment to better serve our families in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Chesapeake. We’ve updated to the newest version of the Optomap Retinal Imaging device. The Optomap is used to obtain an ultra-wide digital image of the retina…