Tower Clock Eye Center ophthalmologist Dr. Matthew Thompson is in Jamaica this week, not for vacation but for work on behalf of FOCUS. Dr. Matt is providing much needed eye care to the less fortunate on the island. His broad expertise in eye medicine, specifically cataracts and cornea care, is being put to use as […]
Watch fellowship trained cornea specialist Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, discuss cornea transplants. Dr. Thompson briefly discusses the history of cornea transplants and covers some commonly asked questions in this brief video. For appointments, call 920 499-3102.
Over the weekend Dr. Matt was in Tampa Bay providing instruction to cornea fellows and recent graduates as part of the Lions Eye Institute for Transplant & Research Cornea Fellowship Training Program. The event offered one-on-one training in many areas including advanced cornea transplant techniques and practical training in DMEK, DSAEK and PKP cases. Dr. […]
Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, MD, is the first ophthalmologist in Wisconsin (and one of the first in the U.S.) to implant the new iStent infinite – a device recently approved by the FDA to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients. iStent infinite is the first micro-invasive, stand-alone implantable MIGS device available. Learn more about iStent […]
Watch Dr. Tyson Schwiesow, MD, describe laser capsulotomy, a common procedure often needed following cataract surgery. In the video you’ll learn that vision can become distorted as cells reform in the capsule. A special laser removes these cells, restoring vision. This procedure is safe and takes seconds to complete. To schedule, please call 920 499-3102.
Following cataract surgery patients can develop dry eye symptoms. Watch Tower Clock Eye Center ophthalmologist Dr. Tyson Schwiesow, MD, explain the causes and how it’s easily treated.
Cataracts happen. And nearly all of us will face cataract surgery at some point in our lives. Cataracts reduce vison, and if not removed can even cause blindness. If you’ve noticed your vision isn’t as crisp as it once was, if you have noticed colors not being as vivid as they once were, or if […]
Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective surgeries performed today, but if you’re planning to have cataract surgery the thought of someone working on your eye can still be a bit unnerving. You may have questions about the procedure, what it will feel like, what you can expect, and also want to […]
Watch as DMEK (Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty) is briefly explained by Dr. Matthew Thompson, MD, Tower Clock Eye Center’s fellowship-trained cornea specialist. Dr. Thompson explains the basics behind this method of partial cornea transplant and the positive outcomes it provides. To schedule an appointment to learn more, please call 920 499-3102.
Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, MD, recently took to Facebook Live to discuss intraocular lens (IOL) implant options at the time of cataract surgery. Tower Clock Eye Center surgeons offer a wide variety of IOL options; learn about them here. Dr. Schwiesow addresses toric, multifocal and monofocal lenses. If you are feel you are developing a cataract […]
