Introducing Dr. Jason J. Ross, Specializing in Eye Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Treatments

Florida Eye Associates welcomes Dr. Jason J. Ross, M.D., Board Certified Ophthalmologist to the Cosmetic Team.  He is a recognized expert in the reconstruction and management of complex oculoplastics, including Blepharoplasty (corrective surgery for droopy eyelids). He also specializes in cosmetic procedures for the face, including injectable fillers such as Juvederm®, Restylane®, Radiesse® and other cosmetic treatments […]

Ocular Inflammation Clinical Study: Eylea Injections

Are you currently being treated with Eylea Injections every 4 to 6 weeks? if so, you may qualify for an alternative free oral medication as part of a clinical study. If you are interested and think you qualify, please complete our clinical trial contact form to request an eligibility screening. Participants in any clinical trial are […]

Clinical Trials for Dry and Wet Macular Degeneration

Are you currently being treated with Eylea Injections every 4 to 6 weeks? if so, you may qualify for an alternative free oral medication as part of a clinical study. If you are interested and think you qualify, please complete our clinical trial contact form to request an eligibility screening. Participants in any clinical trial are […]

Technician gets to the heart of eye problems

A 2006 visit with a former friend from New York City helped steer Monique Badillo toward life on the Space Coast working as as a certified ophthalmic technician (COT). Amazingly, living near her friend in Palm Bay was Yvonne Santiago, clinic manager for Florida Eye Associates, whom had trained Badillo to be a COT in […]

Understanding Cataracts

by Tracy Ravin, MD Cataracts are a leading cause of curable blindness worldwide. In the , no one should go blind from cataracts with proper care of an ophthalmologist. Formation of a cataract is a normal aging process of the lens inside the eye. The lens is the part of the eye that helps focus […]

Diabetic Retinopathy Overview

An Overview by Ralph Paylor, MD Diabetic retinopathy is an ocular complication of diabetes. It affects about one half of the Americans diagnosed with diabetes and can lead to blindness if undetected or untreated. Because diabetic retinopathy can damage your sight without obvious symptoms, diabetics should have a dilated eye examination at least once a […]