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Cornea transplant

Cornea transplants: What to know

We’ve all heard of organ transplants, but many people don’t know that parts of the eye can be transplanted too, namely the cornea. The cornea The cornea is the clear, outer layer of the eye and is composed of three components: the outermost layer or epithelial layer, the middle or stromal layer, and the inner […]


dry eye treatment at Tower Clock Eye Center

Eye dryness remedies with Dr. Matt Thompson

Dry eye is the most common reason why people visit eye doctors, and with dryer air on the way it is important to know how best to keep your eyes properly lubricated. Watch Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, explain how to keep your eyes healthy during the upcoming winter months.


Couching

Couching: ancient eye surgery

It’s Halloween season and that means scary, frightening ghosts and goblins are on the way. Thankfully there’s nothing spooky when it’s time for cataract surgery, not to mention anything to be afraid of. But centuries ago, that wasn’t always the case. Before modern cataract surgery came to be, even before slightly less modern cataract surgery […]


Glaucoma care at Tower Clock Eye Center

Ophthalmologists and optometrists generally recommend eye exams every one or two years, depending on age. For people younger than 50, every two years is suggested, while those over 50 should make an appointment every year. Although you may not have any obvious vision problems, these examinations are important because some of the more problematic eye […]


Clear Lens Exchange explained by Dr. Matt Thompson

You may have heard of Clear Lens Exchange (CLE) or Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) as an alternative to LASIK for people in their 60s and older. Watch Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, explain what this procedure is and how it could be the key to help you see clearer.


Tower Clock Eye Center provides comprehensive exams for students in digital remote virtual classrooms to prevent eye strain from looking at screens.

Digital classrooms and eye strain

The school year is right around the corner and many students will forgo classes in person and continue their studies in digital classrooms at home due to social distancing guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Just because learning is taking place away from school doesn’t mean that eye exams and eye health should be avoided or […]


Julie a cataract surgery patient at Tower Clock Eye Center

Julie – Avid golfer and cataract surgery patient

How’s your golf game? Julie, an avid golfer, noticed her game on the decline. Watch her describe her story about how having cataract surgery with Dr. Tyson Schwiesow, MD, at Tower Clock Eye Center helped her feel younger, see clearer, and got her back to playing her best. We’ll see you out on the links, […]


Shopping for new glasses at Tower Clock Eye Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin during COVID-19

Purchasing new glasses during COVID-19

Shopping for new glasses used to be as simple as stopping by your local optical and trying on several frames until you find the pair that best suits your individual style.   But COVID-19 changed all that.   At Tower Clock Eye Center we strive to make purchasing new glasses as simple – and safe […]


LASIK & PRK: Learn the difference

Patients who are considering laser vision correction often have the option of LASIK, which most of us have heard of, or PRK. Watch as Tower Clock Eye Center’s Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, explains the difference between these two procedures. For questions, or to schedule your FREE consultation, call 920 499-3102.


Tower Clock Eye Center's top 10 reasons to wear sunglasses

Top 10 reasons to wear sunglasses

Top 10 reasons why you should wear sunglasses (besides looking cool). Sunglasses are something we should all wear, no matter our age, and no matter how often we lose them. There are so many benefits to wearing sunglasses that Tower Clock Eye Center optometrists, Drs. Jolly and Servi, recommend they be worn year-round, as often […]


Latest News

11.22.23

Thanksgiving hours 2023

Wishing you and yours the very best this Thanksgiving holiday! Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday this week to celebrate. We'll reopen with normal business hours on Monday, November 27. Happy Thanksgiving! [caption id="attachment_4228" align="aligncenter" width="600"]  [/caption]

10.16.23

Dialing in the Light Adjustable Lens

RxSight Light Adjustable Lenses are becoming evermore popular with our patients. Curious to learn a little more? Watch Dr. Tyson Schwiesow explain dialing in the prescription for LALs following cataract surgery. Schedule your appointment at Tower Clock Eye Center today at 920 499-3102.

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