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 | Oct 30, 2017 | Appointment, Dilation, Exam, Medical Eye Care, Patient Care, Retina, Uncategorized
DROPS, DROPS, when does it stop?
Ocular medication for dilating and glaucoma, assorted types
Patients often ask when they come in to see Dr. Moran for a complete exam, diabetic exam or cataract recheck, “Why all these drops?” Here is the simple explanation.
The eye doctor is easier than the dentist!
Getting a comprehensive eye exam without dilation, is like going to the dentist and not opening your mouth. Sure, he can see your lips and the shape of your jaw but he’s unable to see the health of your teeth.
Dr. Moran can examine the lids, lashes, and cornea (outermost layer of your eye), but to see beyond the surface, you need the drops, drops and more drops.
Depending on your age, diagnosis and health history you may receive more drops than another. Let’s discuss someone in their 60’s with diabetes or cataracts.
First, you will receive the “yellow drop”- No your eyes will not stay that color. This drop will allow us to check the intraocular pressure of your eye (glaucoma screen). It also acts as a mild numbing agent.
Next, you will receive a Phenylephrine drop. This is the drop which will dilate your pupil and allow Dr. Moran to see into the depths of the eye and examine the retina.
Lastly, comes the Mydriatic drop which paralyzes the iris muscle to keep the eye dilated for the duration of the examination.
That’s the answer to why all the drops. Now when will it STOP?
Usually, dilation lasts from 4-6 hours. It will affect your ability to work close-up and you will be sensitive to light. Blue eyes tend to stay dilated longer. It is not unusual for some patients to remain dilated for more than 6 hours, but dilation is not harmful to the eye.
You can drive if you are comfortable doing so. We recommend dark sunglasses and will provide you with them if you forget to bring yours.
Although being dilated can be an inconvenience, the benefit significantly outweighs the hassle.
Schedule your DILATED eye examination by calling or texting our office at 610-628-2022, we look forward to seeing you.
Contributed by Mandy Bolton, COA
by Dr. M | Aug 23, 2017 | Cataracts, Exam, Experience, Eye Protection, Eye Safety, Glaucoma, LASIK, Macula, Medical Eye Care, Patient Care, Sun Damage, Surgery, Uncategorized
Ask the expert!
…or as we like to call it, ask our expert, “ASK DR. MORAN”!
Dr. Mark Moran will be featured on 100.7 WLEV’s Morning Show with Selena & Crockett each Thursday on 100.7 WLEV. He is the medical expert on the panel of Lehigh Valley professionals.
Dr. Moran was selected to be a part of “Ask the Experts,” a drive-time feature aired between 8-8:15 am weekdays. Dr. Moran will provide medical expertise on the Thursday edition of this program. He will answer questions about keeping your eyes healthy and getting the most from your vision. The Morning Show’s Kevin Crockett will ask Dr. Moran questions sent in by morning show listeners.
Our expert will answer questions about: 
- LASIK Surgery
- Dry Eyes
- Screen Time Solutions
- Your Risk factors for Eye Diseases
- Your Eyes as You Get Older – Cataracts
Patient education has always been a priority at Moran Eye Associates because Dr. Moran knows that an informed patient makes the best healthcare decisions. We invite you to listen in every Thursday for great advice on eye care.
Have a question?
If you have a question for Dr. Moran, you can send a message to the Morning Show, or email us directly with your question. Of course, we will reply to the emails sent to [email protected]. We will also pass along your inquiry to WLEV, where Crockett might read it on the air!
Mark your calendars, and be sure to listen in to Ask the Experts with Dr. Mark Moran Thursdays at 8 am!
by Dr. M | May 11, 2017 | Exam, Experience, Glaucoma, Medical Eye Care, Office, Patient Care, Procedure, Referral, Surgery, Uncategorized
Refer a friend or family member to Moran Eye Associates and we will say thank you with your choice of rewards:
- Amazon Gift Card
- Gas Gift Card
- Donation in YOUR NAME to Logan’s Heroes Animal Rescue*.
Everyone benefits from great eye health. Now, when you Share the Care and refer a new patient to our office for quality eye care from a respected and experienced doctor you can benefit too!
Dr. Moran and his staff are now seeing patients in the newly renovated Bethlehem office.
We welcome new patients of all ages to our warm, friendly, professional office. You can feel confident that we will provide excellent service and expert care to your family and friends.
Dr. Moran continues to provide all of the eye care services that have earned him a five-star reputation in the Lehigh Valley over the past 25 years.
LASIK – Dr. Moran offers patients a new look on life with LASIK vision correction surgery. In just a few minutes you can see more clearly without the need for your distance glasses or contacts. A free 1-hour Consultation will answer the question “Am I a LASIK candidate?”.
CATARACTS – We offer surgical expertise and advanced technology lens implants to help you see better than you have in years!
COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMS: Even if you don’t need a new pair of glasses, you should have a vision exam on a regular basis. Early detection of eye disease is the best way to preserve your sight.
MEDICAL EYE CARE – Care for glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic eye issues are all provided with Dr. Moran and Dr. Tang’s compassionate care.
Call us today to schedule your appointment. We’ll reward you with excellent care…and a little something extra when you Share the Care! 610-628-2022
*To learn more about Logan’s Heroes and their mission: “Rescuing Pets Supporting our Vets”, visit them online at Logan’s Heroes.
by Dr. M | Apr 12, 2017 | Office, Uncategorized
Fountain Hill will never be the same!
We are undergoing renovations and updates to the facility, including state of the art equipment. Our patients will be greeted by many of the same staff they have grown accustomed to over the years!
We are training and expanding our education and eye care knowledge to provide the best care to our patients!
Dr. Moran and his staff are excited to see you soon and provide you excellence in eye care:
LASIK, Cataracts, Complete Eye Exams, Medical Eye Care
