Fouad Melamed, OD Los Angeles Eye Doctor

We have had a lot of new people visit our websites over the last month, as well as our office in the Los Angeles Area. As a result, we have had several questions about whether Melamed Eye Care Accepts Aetna insurance for the service offered at our company. I am more than happy to tell all the people who visit my blog, or my website for the company, that we do accept Aetna Insurance for your vision care needs.

If you have a standard policy for vision from Aetna insurance, or your company uses Aetna as a TPA (third party administrator) then your typical plan should have vision coverage is for routine eye exams, glasses, and contacts. This type  of vision plan takes care of most people’s need for vision care by a Los Angeles Eye Doctor.

If you have an Aetna health care insurance, or PPO insurance, then your plan can cover medical eye visits, red and dry eyes, glaucoma, and other such medically related issues for your eyes. Minor eye injuries, like a corneal abrasion, can also be covered under this type of plan. The big difference here is that the Aetna Vision Plan takes care of the routine things.

If you would like to have more information about Aetna Insurance, and how you can use that with Melamed Eye Care, I invite you to check out our Aetna Insurance Page on Melamed Eye Care.com. Talk to you again soon.

Dr. Melamed

Los Angeles Area Eye Doctor

Treatment of dry eyes in Los Angles is basically the same, regardless of which Los Angeles Eye Doctor you visit. Treatment will range from things as simple as eye drops, to a slight proceduresto correct the problem. As we discuss these options, though, it is important for you to realize that you need the counsel of a dry eye optometrist, prior to undergoing any treatment for your dry eyes.

Artificial tear drops and ointments.  The first plan of attack would be to use some tear drops for your eyes. This is an over the counter remedy.  This is a safe and effective way to keep the eye lubricated.  If you suffer from chronic dry eyes, then you will be using these a lot. Even when you are not experiencing the symptoms of dry eyes, you will keep those symptoms under control with a product like artificial tears for the eyes.  Ointments can also be used to help keep the eyes moist during periods of rest, when you are not necessarily “up and at it” to be putting tears in your eyes. The type and amount of lubricating drops should be discussed with your eye doctor after an appropriate dry eye work up is performed.

Temporary punctal occlusion.  Another effective treatment involves temporarily closing off the ducts that drain tears from your eyes.  A more permanent solution is possible, but this temporary solution is always used first, to see if plugging the duct can help keep enough moisture in the eyes to solve the dry eyes problem. The temporary plug dissolves in a couple of days. It will involve a couple of visits to your Los Angeles eye doctor.

Permanent punctal occlusion. As we have already mentioned, a permanent plug can be inserted in the tear duct. But this is only done after trying a temporary plug out. Patients typically do well with the plug, and do well over time. On occasion, the plug can come out. On great occasion, the plugs will migrate down the duct as well. These conditions would obviously need to be treated by a Los Angeles Optometrist. The plugs are typically made of silicon, and can be quite comfortable.  This treatment can really help reduce the need for ongoing artificial tear therapy.

Restasis. In 2002, the FDA approved the prescription eye drop Restasis for the treatment of chronic dry eye. It is currently the only prescription eye drop that helps your eyes increase their own tear production with continued use. I have included a link for you to use to get more information on Restasis.  Other medications, like topical steroids, can also be used in some instances.

Surgery. If needed, the ducts that drain tears  can be closed for good. This surgical procedure allows more tears to remain around the eye. This is done with local anesthetic on an outpatient basis. There are no limitations in activity after having this surgery.  Patients typically have a very quick recovery also. This is a kind of last step procedure for chronic dry eyes.

Well, there you have it. We have reviewed the treatment of dry eyes in Los Angeles, and given you some options. If you still have more questions, I invite you to contact me at  Melamed Eye Care. We are always glad to help.

Fouad Melamed O.D.

1-Day Acuvue TruEye is the world’s FIRST daily disposable contact lens that comes in a new breathable silicone hydrogel material – an cutting edge  material saturated with a super smooth wetting agent which does not slow release onto the eye, delivering 98% oxygen flux to the cornea. A Los Angeles eye doctor will be able to provide you with better eye care, thanks to the new product.

Acuvue’s new TruEye contact lenses are truly remarkable as patients will regain incredible white eyes and comfort at the end of the day because the super wet and super smooth surface has the lowest friction coefficient of any daily disposable lens on the market today – even exceeding Acuvue Oasys and 1-Day Moist. This is great news for contact lens wearers experiencing pink eyes after a long day.

What are the Features and Benefits of 1-Day Acuvue TruEye Contacts ?

• Acuvue TruEye lenses are made from Narafilcon A, a new silicone hydrogel material that allows for 98% oxygen flux to the cornea, resulting in fewer red and dry eyes – even at the end of a long day.
• Featuring Hydraclear technology combining an exceptional wetting agent with oxygen transmitting silicone hydrogel polymers. The result is an outstanding smooth and moist lens.
• 1-Day Acuvue TruEye contacts have the highest level of UVA and UVB blocking of any daily disposable contact lens with a minimum of 96% UVA and a minimum of 99% UVB blocking.
• A 1-2-3 inside-out indicator and the visibility tint support easier handling.

Who should wear 1-Day Acuvue TruEye?

• People with higher prescriptions who need more breathable lenses
• Patients wanting more comfort with their contact lenses.

Get fitted today with your local Los Angeles optometrist who carries it, Melamed Eye Care!

Are you suffering from World Cup blurry vision?  No,  I don’t mean the kind you get from watching too much World Cup Soccer, if that’s possible. What I am talking about is blurry vision that comes from your eyes losing that perfect 20/20 vison over time.

As we get older, suffer from certain diseases like diabetes, etc., we can slowly lose our 20/20 vision. Even our genetics can  play a role. The problem is, we may not notice right away, until we find ourselves starring at a blurry television screen, or perhaps notice we are getting more headaches than normal. The process can be slow.

Even when we are watching sporting events in the outdoors, we can suffer from blurry vision. The numbers on the uniforms get harder to read. We can’t keep up with the action. All of these things are signs that it is time to get your eyes checked.

Blurry vision may be corrected with  simple  solutions like glasses or contact lenses.  Getting your eyes checked by a qualified Optometrist can fix this problem quickly. But they can’t help if you don’t go in to have your eyes checked, at least once a year.

On a different note, your blurry vision could be a sign of something much worse.  There could be problems with your eyes  that require more in depth medical care.  Again, the problem cannot be corrected by staying at home and starring at the television.

World Cup blurry vision is bad. Missing your chidren’s soccer game, due to poor vision is even worse. Life is too short not to enjoy the best vision possible. Go see an eye doctor. If you live in the the Los Angeles, California area, and need an LA eye doctor, I would be pleased to help you with your blurry vision problem.  For more information, you can call 323-655-6582, or check out our website to make an appointment at Melamedeyecare.

Fouad Melamed, O.D.

Hi, my name is Fouad Melamed, O.D. , and I would like to dedicate this first blog to tell you a little about Melamed Eye Care of Los Angeles, CA. 

We provide comprehensive vision and eye health examinations.

Our complete health exams include a dilated exam for early detection of glaucoma, cataracts, retinal disease, diabetic eye disease, and other ocular diseases. 

Our patients know that we are their primary care providers for any eye condition including infections, allergies and dry eyes.  Our doctors also provide emergency care. 

Disease Management & Treatment

Dr. Fouad Melamed is licensed to treat most eye infections, allergies, and diseases. He is also one of the few optometrists in California that is certified to treat glaucoma, an optic nerve disease. Dr. Melamed is licensed to prescribe both topical and oral medications if the need may arise.

Consultations

Dr. Melamed performs consultations for dry eyes, cataracts, retinal problems and Free LASIK consultations. We are affiliated with only highly respected leaders in ophthalmology, including cataract, cornea and retina specialists.  We only refer to surgeons with the most extensive surgical experience.

Contact lens services

Our doctors are leaders in soft and rigid contact lens fits.  Our practice continues to grow because of referrals by satisfied patients and doctors in the Los Angeles area. 

Not only do we provide basic soft lens fittings, we also prescribe specialty contact lenses that include astigmatism and bifocal lenses.  Many of our patients who require bifocal glasses are also fit with soft or rigid multifocal (bifocal) contact lenses.