Eye Disease

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December Blog

November went so fast that I really didn't find the time to write anything.  I'm sure December will go even faster. Last month the office did a promotional mailing to our Medicare patients.  It off...
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October Blog

Well, it has finally begun.  Today we switched over to our new Electronic Medical Records (EMH) software.  Let's just say it wasn't exactly a smooth transition.  When you're used to writing on pape...
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September Blog

The office is moving closer to being paperless.  The hardware is ready to go.  The software is now installed.  Training on using the new electronic medical record software begins this week.  I hop...
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August Blog

If you have Medi-Cal insurance, there is some bad news.  The state has discontinued funding for optometric services for adults.  They will not cover eye examinations, glasses. or medical care. If...
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Economic Stimulus Plan

In an effort to do our part for the lagging economy, we are pleased to offer "The Dr. Steensma Economic Stimulus Plan".  If you buy a second or third pair of glasses at the same time, the second an...
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Dr. Steensma treats most types of general eye diseases and injuries, including:

  • Dry eyes
  • Allergies
  • Eye infections
  • Conjunctivitis (Pink eye)
  • Corneal ulcers
  • Conjunctival hemorrhages
  • Styes
  • Episcleritis
  • Corneal foreign bodies 
  • And corneal abrasions 

 Common symptoms often seen in our office are:

  • Red eyes
  • Burning eyes
  • Itching eyes
  • Sore eyes
  • Tired eyes 
  • Light sensitive eyes
  • And seeing spots

Medications frequently prescribed are:

  • Restasis 
  • Lotemax
  • Alrex
  • Zymar
  • Zylet
  • Tobradex
  • Pred Forte

We use e-Prescribe which allows Dr. Steensma to directly order prescriptions over the internet at your preferred pharmacy.  This allows a faster dispensing of the medication to you, with an electronic interface to warn of medication interaction.  Plus you don't have to drop the prescription off at the pharmacy.  You save time.

If a specialist is needed we have an outstanding team of surgeons and specialists available.  Some of the worlds leading eye care specialists have offices here in Ventura County. 

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