Although we remain closed, the team at Russell West Optometry is still here for you and our community. We are learning and finding new ways to “help at safe distance” with every call and email we receive. We are actively planning and preparing for “the new way” eye care and eye wear will be delivered in the age […]
True Ocular Emergencies: When NOT to Wait Until Tomorrow
When we get hurt, it can sometimes be easy to brush it off. “It’ll be alright to wait until tomorrow,” or “I can handle it myself.” Unfortunately, many times we’re wrong. Immediate professional attention is required. When it comes to your eyes, it is especially important to know when it is fine to wait until […]
The Dangers of Blue Light and What You Can Do
We are privileged to live in an advanced age at the turn of the 21st century. Electronic devices are everywhere in our world today and make our everyday interactions with the world around us ever easier, safer and more convenient. Although many positive effects have resulted from these devices in our everyday lives, a darker, […]
The Importance of Eye Exams For Children
Proper eye care is an extremely important part of a child’s development. Developments during this period will effect a child for the rest of his/her life. It is extremely important that children receive attention regarding their eyesight from a very early age to be sure that everything is developing correctly and to diagnose and treat […]