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As wildfires continue to impact communities across California, the air quality has reached hazardous levels. With smoke, ash, and particulate matter swirling in the air, protecting your eyes becomes essential. Whether you're dealing with the immediate effects of wildfires or just living in an area prone to fire season, it's...

Preparing for LASIK surgery is an important step in ensuring a smooth procedure and a quick recovery. At Fuerst Eye Center, with locations in Glendale and West Covina, CA, Dr. Nicole Fuerst and Dr. David Fuerst are dedicated to providing their patients with the best possible outcomes. To help you...

Refractive surgery has revolutionized the way we correct vision problems, offering freedom from glasses and contact lenses. At Fuerst Eye Center, Dr. David J. Fuerst and Dr. Nicole M. Fuerst specialize in several advanced types of refractive surgery, each tailored to address specific vision issues. Here’s a closer look at...

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is one of the most popular vision correction surgeries worldwide. Despite its popularity and high success rate, numerous myths and misconceptions still surround the procedure. Let’s set the record straight by debunking some of the most common LASIK myths. Myth 1: LASIK is Painful Many...

At Fuerst Eye Center, we're committed to providing our patients with the most advanced and effective treatments available, and blade free femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery is no exception. With offices conveniently located in Glendale and West Covina, CA, we're proud to offer this cutting-edge approach to cataract removal, ensuring our...

Dr. Nicole Fuerst has been named to the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list for the second consecutive year. This accolade, bestowed upon only 7% of physicians nationwide, underscores Dr. Fuerst's unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare. Selected through peer nominations and extensive research, this honor highlights her exceptional skill, dedication,...

Cataracts are a common age-related vision problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and modern treatment options for cataracts is essential for maintaining optimal eye health and vision clarity. Let's explore this topic in more detail. Causes of Cataracts: Cataracts develop when the natural lens of...

Nicole Fuerst, MD, has been honored for the third consecutive year as a Southern California Super Doctor Rising Star for 2024, reaffirming her exceptional dedication to the field of ophthalmology. As a Rising Star recipient for three consecutive years, Dr. Fuerst has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to her patients'...

Introduction: Corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL) is a minimally invasive procedure that has revolutionized the treatment of corneal conditions such as keratoconus and corneal ectasia. While the surgery itself is crucial, the post-operative phase plays a significant role in ensuring successful outcomes and optimal recovery. In this post, we will explore...

Keratoconus is a condition that affects the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, causing it to progressively thin and bulge into a cone-like shape. In this post, we will delve into the causes, symptoms, and available treatment options for keratoconus, aiming to increase awareness and provide valuable information...

Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Fuerst, voted by her peers as a 2021 California Super Doctor Rising Star! Super Doctors® Rising StarsSM is a select group of medical professionals, constituting approximately 5% of Southern Californian physicians. The selection is the result of an extremely rigorous nomination process conducted by the national...

The following article is from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The original text can be found here. Fireworks cause almost 2,000 eye injuries every year, according to a new study published in JAMA Ophthalmology. More than half of these injuries happen in children.  Despite the statistics, most Americans still do not...

Corneal transplants are the most common type of tissue transplant in the United States. Medical advancements and the experience of dedicated surgeons like David Fuerst, MD and Nicole Fuerst, MD make cornea transplantation more routine than ever. If you need corneal surgery to help you see, then you want the...

What is keratoconus? Keratoconus is an eye condition in which the typically round, dome-shaped cornea progressively thins and weakens, causing the development of a cone-like bulge and optical irregularity of the cornea. This can result in significant vision impairment. What is cross-linking? Cross-linking is a minimally invasive, FDA approved, outpatient...

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in the United States. There are a variety of options to consider when it comes to cataract surgery. When you are seen for a cataract consultation in our Glendale or West Covina office, your doctor will make a recommendation...

Many glasses retailers claim that eyeglasses with special blue-light-blocking filters can improve sleep, reduce digital eye strain, and prevent eye disease. However, it is not necessary to purchase expensive glasses to achieve these goals Here are some facts about blue light and our eyes: Blue light from computers/phones/tablets will NOT...

As we learn more about the novel coronavirus and the disease that it causes (COVID-19), we are learning about the various parts of the body that it can affect. Our eyes may play a key role in both the spread and prevention of the new coronavirus outbreak.  What eye symptoms...

The Fuerst Eye Center is committed to the health and safety of our patients, families, and staff. It is our top priority. As we continue to closely monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we offer you this insight about our current office cleaning protocols as well as guidance designed to help...

Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) is extremely common and can cause symptoms that range from mildly irritating to debilitating. DES occurs when there is disruption in the tear film, which is a natural layer of tears that coats the surface of the eye. Your tears are comprised of water, oil, and...