by Dr. M | Jul 25, 2018 | Cataracts, Diabetes, Dilation, Exam, Experience, Eyeglasses, Glasses, LASIK, Macula, Mark Moran, Medical Eye Care, Patient Care, Retina
Are you Seeing your Best?
How Vision is Measured
The distance vision of a normal human eye is defined at 20/20. This number illustrates what a person with normal vision can see at twenty feet. Your visual acuity is measured on how it relates to vision at 20 feet.
- If your vision is 20/40, you can see at 20 feet, what a normal eye can see at 40 feet.
- If your vision is 20/100, you can see at 20 feet, what a normal eye can see at 100 feet.
- If your vision is 20/400, you can see at 20 feet, what a normal eye can see at 400 feet.
When you read an eye chart, chances are that person testing you is paying attention to what you say, as well as how you say it. They will know if you are seeing clearly or are struggling and making guesses. It never pays to cheat on your eye test!
Driving requirements
How well do I need to see to drive?
Although each state determines their specific requirements, generally 20/40 vision is needed to pass the driving test. If you need glasses to see 20/40, it will be indicated on your driver’s license. While your distance vision is key to passing the driving test, there are other factors that are considered as well. For complete information on what is required in Pennsylvania, click on the link.
Pennsylvania Drivers Visual Standards
After vision correction surgery, like LASIK or cataract surgery, you may be able to see well enough to have the vision correction restriction removed from your license.
What is legally blind?
If you cannot see any letters below the 20/200 line, even when wearing glasses or contacts, you are considered legally blind. If your vision can be corrected by putting on a pair of glasses, you may have poor vision, but you are not legally blind.
I see 20/20, do I need an eye exam?
Absolutely! Measuring your vision is an important part of your comprehensive exam, but there is so much more that we check at your visit. We will check your pupils, eye pressure and field of vision. We will record your visual history, health history and medications. The doctor will examine the health of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope, checking for eye disease, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and cataracts.
Early detection of eye disease is your best defense against vision loss. So even if you don’t need a new pair of glasses, make sure to schedule your regular check-up, so you can keep seeing your best!
by Dr. M | Jul 10, 2018 | Appointment, Cataracts, Contact Lenses, Education, Glasses, Mark Moran, Office, Patient Care, Uncategorized
Your child’s vision is very important to his or her success in school…
which is why Moran Eye Associates is offering:
FREE Vision Screenings
for School-Aged Children
Saturday, Aug 4th from 8 am-12 noon
1204 Delaware Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18015
No Appointment is Necessary!
Vision screenings will be conducted by Dr. Mark Moran and Dr. Bianca Tang. Our expert doctors and staff will evaluate your child’s vision to see if he or she may have any issues that should be addressed BEFORE school starts.
No appointment is necessary, this is a walk-in event. Parking is available in our lot on Bergen Street.
Mark E. Moran, D.O., M.S.H.I., F.A.O.C.O is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology. He has been practicing in the Lehigh Valley for 25 years. Dr. Moran specializes in LASIK vision correction, cataract surgery, medical eye care, and comprehensive eye examinations.
Bianca Tang, O.D. Dr. Tang is a Summa cum laude graduate of Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. She earned her undergraduate degree, also Summa cum laude, in Biological Sciences and Health Professions at Penn State University. She specializes in comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings as well as low-vision solutions for children and adults.
by Dr. M | Jul 2, 2018 | Experience, Eye Protection, Eye Safety, Eyeglasses, Fun Stuff, Glasses, Office, Patient Care, Sun Damage, Sunglasses, UV Rays, Vision
Have some safe summer fun in the sun!
Dr. Moran makes sure that every member of his team is well-taken care of! To help insure a safe & happy 4th of July holiday, he gave us a special Independence Day gift…wide-brimmed hats to keep the sun off of our faces and out of our eyes!
When we hit the beach and the pool, we’ll be sure to complete the look by adding sunscreen and sunglasses with UV Protection to keep our skin and eyes safe from the damaging rays of the sun!
Dr. M always takes the time to show that he cares for his patients and his staff too! So we weren’t surprised that he took an extra step to make sure that we will return from the holiday well-rested. The hats have a special “Do Not Disturb” message on the brim!
Please note! Our office will be closed Wednesday, July 4th and Thursday, 5th of July. We will re-open on Monday, July 9th.
Enjoy the holiday! From Dr. Moran and the rest of the team at Moran Eye Associates, from right to left:
Fun in the sun!
Dr. Bianca Tang, Cindy Male, Mandy Bolton, Beth Handwerk & Bobbi Spain
by Dr. M | Jun 7, 2018 | Education, Eye Protection, Eye Safety, Fun Stuff, Glasses, Medical Eye Care, Uncategorized
Dr. Tang Teaches About Eye Care
Students at Paxinosa Elementary School in Easton are all eyes!
On Tuesday, June 5th, Dr. Bianca Tang brought eye education to 1st grade classrooms at Harry S. Truman Elementary School in the Salisbury School District, and Paxinosa Elementary School in the Easton Area School District. Her visits were part of Moran Eye Associates commitment to community outreach.
Dr. Tang contacted local school nurses and offered to teach the children about eye care, to help the children feel more comfortable about visiting the eye doctor. She explained the importance of taking care of your eyes and wearing eye protection. She talked to them about what to expect at an eye exam, and showed them the tools that the eye doctor uses to check their vision. They talked about how important it is to visit the eye doctor even if you don’t need glasses.
Not surprisingly, all of the 1st graders knew what pink eye was!
The children were excited to learn about how the eyes work. Dr. Tang explained that your eyes can play tricks on you, and played some games with optical illusions. The students did a great job identifying the eyes of different animals…
fish, birds, horses, goats and reptiles…and seeing the differences between each one.
Then it was time to get out the glue sticks! Each student made a craft which helped them to identify the parts of the eye. They quickly learned that the color part of the eye is IRIS, and the black center part is the PUPIL. They finished off their project with beautiful eyelashes!
At the end of the 30-minute presentation, the children enthusiastically answered questions about what they learned. We aren’t sure who had more fun, the children or our staff!
Next stop on the education tour is Lincoln Elementary in Emmaus, and Jaindl Elementary in the Parkland School District, next week.
If your child’s school would be interested in an eye care program for any grade, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 610-628-2022.
by Dr. M | Jun 6, 2018 | Appointment, Contact Lenses, Exam, Glasses, Patient Care
Contact lenses are a medical device, so the first step in becoming a contact lens wearer is a complete eye exam.
At your eye exam, Dr. Tang will evaluate the health of your eye as well as determine the right correction for your best vision. Since contact lenses sit directly on your eye, it is important that you have a healthy cornea with good tear film. Your contact lenses may be a different prescription than your glasses, so we will need to determine the best prescription for you.At your exam we will also review questions about your lifestyle, to determine if contact lenses will provide you with kind of vision that you need throughout your day. There are many types, materials, and sizes are offered, and we are committed to taking the time and effort to fit your contact lenses properly. We review the type of lenses available, including daily disposables, monthly lenses, and bifocal lenses.Parents often ask, “What is the best age for children to start wearing contacts?”
Dr. Tang explains, “There is no set age at which a child can start to wear contact lenses. It all depends on each child’s responsibility level and motivation. Your child’s ability to handle contacts is directly tied to maturity level, not necessarily chronological age. As a parent, you can best evaluate your child’s responsibility level. Consider how is he or she doing with responsibilities like chores and homework? Used properly, contacts are an excellent alternative to glasses, whether part-time or full-time.”
You can give it a try!
For most prescriptions, we have trial lenses that you can try on at your appointment. The doctor will place the lens on your eye, and check the fit through the slit lamp as you blink and move your eyes. It is important that the lens fit is just right. Your contact lens should sit comfortably on the eye an be able to move when you blink so that oxygen can reach your eye.
Contact lens prescription
Your contact lens prescription will indicate a lens power, base curve and diameter. These numbers will be printed on the side of your contact lens box. If your eyes have different prescriptions, it’s important that you put the right lens on the right eye…and the left lens on the left eye!
It takes practice!
We offer expert help in fitting and using contacts.
Inserting contact lenses for the first time can be challenging. Dr. Tang will sit with you and guide you through the process in our office. We have a variety of tips and techniques that make inserting lenses easy. Don’t worry, we make sure you can comfortably put your contacts IN and take them OUT safely before you go home! Be patient…practice makes perfect.
Follow up visits are important for new contact lens wearers. When you start to wear contacts, you will want to increase the amount of time you wear them gradually. We will give you a wear schedule that’s right for you, and set up a series of appointments to check that the lenses are fitting properly.
Do NOT sleep in your contacts! Extended wear has been shown to increase the risk of eye infections by 5-7 times. Eye infections can lead to serious complications including permanent vision loss.
See if contacts are right for you… Schedule an appointment!
by Dr. M | Mar 21, 2018 | Appointment, Diabetes, Education, Exam, Glasses, Low Vision, Patient Care
Moran Eye Associates brings technology to patients who have low vision.
Dr. Tang offers technology solutions to help improve vision.
Bianca Tang, O.D., is now scheduling Low Vision Evaluations. She offers patients the solutions they need to make the most of the vision that they have.
People with low vision have difficulty seeing even if they are wearing glasses. These patients may have only partial sight, such as blurred vision, blind spots or tunnel vision. The cause of these issues may be macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma.
Although this type of vision loss can impact people of all ages, it is primarily associated with older adults.
With the right technology, we can help patients regain the ability to enjoy improved sight both near and far.
Devices available in our office.
Near Vision: Reading/Writing, Home Repairs, Needlework, Crafting, Using the Computer
Distance Vision: Watching TV, Movies, Shopping, Viewing Sporting Events and Plays.
Our goal is to help patients live more independently by making everyday tasks easier.
Dr. Tang will help patients develop strategies that lead to a more independent and active lifestyle. By pairing patients with the right magnification aids, she can maximize their remaining sight.
These devices enhance contrast, control glare, and magnify objects. Some of these tools are lightweight and portable, so you can once again enjoy reading a menu, watching a ball game or working on projects around the house.
Schedule your evaluation appointment today. Financial assistance is available for patients who qualify.
To schedule your evaluation, call or text 610-628-2022, or click for an appointment request.
