423-648-3937 Home Meet The Physicians About Contact News/Blog Patient Services Treatments Eye Conditions Laser Center Why Wait For Your Free LASIK Evaluation? by Barbara Meserve | Jan 15, 2020 | Laser, LASIK We have done more than 20,000 LASIK vision correction procedures at DiStefano Eye Center. One thing that still surprises us is how many LASIK patients say, “I wish I had done this sooner.” LASIK vision correction can change the way you live your life. When... Why Our Free LASIK Evaluation Is A Great Way To Learn by Janet Edkins | Jan 15, 2020 | Laser, LASIK LASIK vision correction can be a life-changing event. With the freedom allowed by better vision, often without glasses or contacts, LASIK patients try new things, have more confidence, and can become even more productive at work. LASIK is a very common procedure, and... Worried About Floaters? Here Are The Facts. by Christopher Haynes | Jan 15, 2020 | Eye Conditions Ever seen a floater in your eye? Many people have. Floaters are ghost-like images that may look clouded and move as you move your eyes. They’re often made up of material that was left over after the eye was formed and that’s still floating in vitreous... What Is A Multi-Focal Cataract Replacement Lens? by Christopher Haynes | Jan 15, 2020 | cataract, Laser When the eye’s natural lens become cloudy, then surgery is performed to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with a clear artificial lens. The replacement, called an intraocular lens (IOL) can provide you with clear vision again. Through the years, IOL... Debunking the Top 6 Myths About LASIK by DiStefano Eye Center | Jan 15, 2020 | LASIK For the past 25 years, LASIK (Laser-Assisted in SItu Kerato-mileusis) has proven to be a safe and reliable treatment for the most common forms of vision impairment, including nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. But despite the procedure’s long and... Itchy, Crusty Eyes? It Could Be Blepharitis. by Barbara Meserve | Jan 15, 2020 | Eye Conditions Everyone’s eyes itch from time to time. But, if itching is frequent and you notice crusting around your eyelids, it might be time to get an eye care professional to check it out. Because you might have a condition called blepharitis. In blepharatis, the eyelids... How Often Should My Child & I Get Eye Exams? by Brian Chaney | Jan 15, 2020 | Uncategorized Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, nor does adulting for that matter. When should you get your child’s first eye exam and how frequently for future exams thereafter? And as adults, we aren’t always afforded the time to take care of our own health. But, knowing how... New Technologies Can Enhance Success of Cataract Microsurgery by Barbara Meserve | Feb 26, 2016 | cataract, Laser Cataract microsurgery is one of the most common surgical procedures done in the U.S., with a very high success rate. Cataract are very common–it’s estimated that half of the population 60 or older has a cataract of some form, so the field is continually studied, and... The Stealthy Danger of Glaucoma by Barbara Meserve | Feb 22, 2016 | Eye Conditions Glaucoma can rob you of your sight. That’s why a glaucoma test is included in routine eye exams. Glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve, which communicates the images the eye processes to the brain. Traditionally, it was thought that high optic fluid pressure... Why Not Take Advantage Of Our Free LASIK Evaluation? by Barbara Meserve | Jan 15, 2016 | Laser Dr. Deborah DiStefano and Distefano Eye Center have performed more LASIK procedures than any other practice in the Chattanooga area. Dr. DiStefano, in fact, has performed more than 20,000 LASIK surgeries and was one of the early practitioners of refractive surgery,... « Older Entries Recent Posts Why Wait For Your Free LASIK Evaluation? Why Our Free LASIK Evaluation Is A Great Way To Learn Worried About Floaters? Here Are The Facts. What Is A Multi-Focal Cataract Replacement Lens? Debunking the Top 6 Myths About LASIK About Us The ophthalmology experts at DiStefano Eye Center serve patients throughout the Southeast Tennessee/North Georgia area. Whether you need a simple eye exam or are considering LASIK vision correction to replace the need for eyeglasses, the DiStefano Eye Center is ready to help. © 2016 Property of DiStefano Eye Center Contact Us DiStefano Eye Center Chattanooga: 1815 Gunbarrel Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-648-3937 Cleveland 2415 Chambliss Ave. Cleveland, TN 37311 423-648-3937 South Pittsburg: 72 South Pittsburg, TN 37380 423-648-3937 Social Feed Search