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WHAT DOES "PATIENT FOCUSED CARE" MEAN?
At Reno Eye Institute we believe that your time is just as valuable as ours. We have built this practice to be as efficient as possible, while also ensuring that patients receive the undivided attention that they deserve. When you put your trust in Dr. Freeman and his staff to care for your vision we intend to earn that trust each and every visit.
A NEW LEVEL OF PATIENT CARE AT YOUR SERVICE:
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Board Certified Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
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Fellowship trained in medical diseases of the retina, including macular degeneration, diabetic eye diseases, and more
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Cataract surgeon employing the latest techniques
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State-of-the-art technology you won't find anywhere else in Reno
Board Certified Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
As a comprehensive ophthalmologist Dr. Freeman has the expertise to diagnose and treat patients that may suffer from a broad range of medical eye diseases and he is also able to perform surgical procedures, such as cataract surgery.
Dr. Freeman has taken the additional step to obtain Board Certification in his specialty as a medical doctor. What that means to his patients is that he went through the rigorous process of meeting additional standards beyond obtaining basic medical licensing. In order to maintain his Board Certification Dr. Freeman must commit to annual continuing education requirements as well.
Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a procedure utilized to remove the lens of your eye and, in most cases, replace it with an artificial lens. Normally, the lens of your eye is clear and as we age a cataract causes the lens to become cloudy, which eventually leads to blurry vision, colors are muted and you can experience increased glare from lights.
Dr. Freeman performs cataract surgery on an outpatient basis, which means you don't have to stay in the hospital after the surgery. Cataract surgery is the most common surgery performed every year in the entire world and is generally a very safe procedure.
Dr. Freeman is proud to offer a variety of premium lenses which not only remedy the cataract issues but can also correct other vision problems, possibly eliminating the need for glasses entirely. With advances in technology a patient may opt to have an elective procedure called refractive lens exchange. This surgery is an alternative to LASIK surgery, is not covered by insurance, but can correct vision issues thereby eliminating the need for glasses. And by replacing your natural lens prior to the onset of cataracts eliminates the need for future cataract surgery.
Fellowship-Trained Medical Retina Specialist
Dr. Freeman was trained in medical retina while employed at the Veterans Hospital Eye Clinic and fortified that training through a one year fellowship program. As a retina specialist, Dr. Freeman has sub-specialized in diseases of the retina.
With this sub-specialty Dr. Freeman can diagnose retinal and vitreous diseases through a detailed eye examination using highly technical equipment and testing. Retina specialists treat conditions ranging from age-related macular degeneration to retinal tears utilizing microscopes, drugs injected into the eyeball, and lasers. As a retina specialist Dr. Freeman is also able to treat patients who have experienced severe eye trauma or who may have a hereditary disease of the eye.
Common Conditions and Diseases Treated by Retina Specialists
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