We are dedicated to providing our patient family with uncompromising quality and personal eye health care, just as we ourselves would expect to receive.
Optic nerve damage caused by glaucoma affects the visual field
Anyone can develop sight-threatening glaucoma. It’s the second leading cause of blindness in the world, according to the World Health Organization. But an eye doctor can detect it before significant vision loss begins. Glaucoma occurs when pressure inside the eye slowly rises, and this leads to optic nerve damage and vision loss. During every eye health exam we measure ocular pressure and use advanced visual fields technology to detect glaucoma as early as possible. Early glaucoma detection is one of many reasons why routine eye exams are so important, even when you’re seeing clearly.
Anyone can develop glaucoma, but some people are more at risk than others: African Americans over age 40; Everyone over age 60, especially Mexican Americans; People with a family history of glaucoma; People who are severely near-sighted; Anyone with diabetes. For these people, it is especially important to have an exam at least once a year.
Anyone can develop glaucoma, but there are things we can do to minimize the risk of vision loss.
Follow recommendations for a healthy lifestyle to prevent obesity & diabetes, which can increase the risk of glaucoma. Exercise. Eat lots of fresh fruits and veggies, specifically leafy greens and foods high in antioxidants. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol.
If you are prescribed eye drops for treatment of glaucoma, follow the prescribed regimen diligently. Non-compliance is a major reason glaucoma leads to blindness.
Early detection during an eye health exam is the best way to control the disease often called “the sneak thief of sight”. That’s why, based on your individual health and risk factors, Dr. Olson prescribes how often you should be examined.
Anyone can develop glaucoma, but we want to help you detect it early and prevent vision loss. Prevent Blindness American estimates that over 4 million Americans have glaucoma, but only half of those know that they have it. If you haven’t had a comprehensive eye health exam in the last year, call us today at 319.385.9534to schedule an appointment.
Complete EyeCare Center utilizes quality diagnostic instrumentation like the award winning Optovue RTVue
The RTVue visualizes the retina and underlying nerve fiber layers
When it was featured on Good Morning America in May 2007, the Optovue RTVue spectral OCT was one of only 100 worldwide. As soon as May 2008, Dr. Olson was introducing that same instrument to his patients in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, at Complete EyeCare Center.
The GMA reporter was “able to get access to one”, and you have that same benefit without traveling to a metropolitan center or university. Spectral OCT with the Optovue RTVue is a new generation of Optical Coherence Tomography for detection, classification, and management of ocular diseases and pathology.
Why should that interest you? Because this exciting tool has the ability to help Dr. Olson detect and treat progressive eye diseases at a much earlier stage. Slowing or stopping disease progression early means less likelihood of vision loss or blindness, and better health for you.
Several eye diseases, like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy have no symptoms in their early stages. But a skilled eye doctor using the RTVue can detect and manage them. Painless and quick, the ultra-high speed and high resolution features of the RTVue enable Dr. Olson to visualize retinal, anterior segment, and corneal tissue with ultra-high clarity.
Watch this interesting Good Morning America segment by clicking here.
You can rack up holiday shopping savings very quickly by purchasing your eyewear at Complete EyeCare Center’s downtown Mt. Pleasant, Iowa office. Not only that, you could win a prize valued at $300 or more! We are participating in Main Street Mt. Pleasant’s “Get Punched” promotion, which starts November 3rd, 2008. For each $100 you spend at participating businesses, take your completed punch card to the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber office to receive a free gift certificate worth at least $5 to spend downtown, plus a chance to win the weekly prize. That’s an automatic reward of at least 5% on your purchase, perhaps more! Large weekly prizes will be awarded November 14th, 21st, December 5th, 12th, and 19th. You can have a new look for the holidays, and these added bonuses, by getting those new eyeglasses or contacts you’ve been wanting now!
If your Halloween costume includes theatrical contacts, like Wild Eyes™ brand lenses, make sure you keep in mind that all contact lenses are medical devices. They must be prescribed by an eye doctor because if they are not properly fit, or are worn improperly, they can cause serious eye problems. That goes for all contacts–even lenses that do not corrective power in them.
Lens sharing is a temptation with theatrical lenses, but infectious keratitis can be transmitted by doing this. It can also begin when a particle under a contact lens scratches the eye, lenses are improperly cleaned, or worn too long. Keratitis causes eye pain, redness, decreased vision and sensitivity to light. Untreated, it can develop into a corneal ulcer–an open sore on the cornea. This requires emergency medical treatment because corneal ulcers may spread and can lead to partial or complete blindness in a short period of time.
Theatrical contacts can be a fun part of your Halloween costume, when properly prescribed and worn. Just remember it’s not worth it to sacrifice your eye health for the momentary effect. We can fit you with these unique lenses, and provide training on proper care and wear regimens so you have a safe and comfortable Halloween. Wild Eyes™ lenses from Complete EyeCare Center include the following designs: Jaguar, Zebra, Cateye, Knockout, Black-out, White-Out, Red Hot, Wildfire, Zoomin’, Icefire, and Hypnotica.
How can we not mention the recent craze to get frames like VP nominee Sarah Palin? It’s fascinating to see the celebrity phenomena impacting the eyewear industry. One thing it confirms is that frames are as much a fashion item as they are medical device. Gone are the days of not wanting to be seen wearing glasses. They are an accessory, and a means of conveying an image.
Palin’s frame features drill-mount linear shaped lenses and sleek gray-toned temples. Drill mounts appear practically “frameless” from the front because the entire lens is rimless and held by mounting screws at the bridge and temples. Her straight lens shape and frame size may not flatter all facial shapes, but it’s a great choice for Palin’s. We have several similarly styled drill-mount frames, with variations in color and shape to suit you. Our Eyewear Consultants can help you find the perfect frame so you look and see your best. We take into account what’s flattering to your face and coloring, the right size for your lens prescription, as well as your personal tastes, lifestyle and visual needs.
Complete EyeCare Center’s Eyewear Consultants also keep educated on eyewear trends through current trade journals, conferences, and regular meetings with eyewear industry representatives. Other celebrities setting recent trends in eyewear include Tina Fey, Amanda Peete, Cate Blanchett, and Jennifer Gardner.
Dr. Olson Leads Iowa in Offering Patients iZon Customized Lenses
Until now, there was nothing your eye doctor could do to identify or address tiny imperfections unique to your eyes. As the first practitioner in Iowa with a Z-View Aberrometer, Dr. Olson is able to detect microscopic abnormalities in the eye and map your unique iPrint. This means you’ll receive a much more comprehensive prescription–one that can result in vision with enhanced depth perception, contrast, crispness, color perception, and night vision.
To learn more about your unique iPrint, and the benefits of iZon lenses watch this brief video from the iZon website. Then call Complete EyeCare Center for an appointment with Dr. Olson and see if your a candidate!
We’re glad that you’ve found our new website! Thanks for your patience as we develop it into what will be a useful and informative site. We’re looking forward to enhancing your experience with our office by offering the convenience of 24-hour resources online. So, when you’re home after a long day at work and remember that you needed to reorder your contacts, request an appointment, or find an answer to your question, you’ll be able to do that, no matter what time it is. Of course, until these features are established on the internet, you can always call our office while it’s on your mind. Our phone number is 319.385.9534. If it’s after our regular office hours, you can leave a message, and our staff will get back to you the next business day. If you have an eye health emergency just call the same number any time.
Our new website will be changing frequently as technology, products, and treatments, develop in our industry and practice. Dr. Olson keeps abreast of the latest in eye health care, for the benefit of his patients. He’ll be sharing his expertise and perspectives regularly so that you are well informed, so be sure to return to this site regularly.
You’ll probably notice that we’re just beginning to build this site and there are lots of improvements to be made. If you have other suggestions, feel free to leave a comment. We welcome your input.
You can rack up holiday shopping savings very quickly by purchasing your eyewear at Complete EyeCare Center’s downtown Mt. Pleasant, Iowa office. Not only that, you could win a prize valued at $300 or more! We are participating in Main Street Mt. Pleasant’s “Get Punched” promotion, which starts November 3rd, 2008. For each $100 you spend at participating businesses, take your completed punch card to the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber office to receive a free gift certificate worth at least $5 to spend downtown, plus a chance to win the weekly prize. That’s an automatic reward of at least 5% on your purchase, perhaps more! Large weekly prizes will be awarded November 14th, 21st, December 5th, 12th, and 19th. You can have a new look for the holidays, and these added bonuses, by getting those new eyeglasses or contacts you’ve been wanting now!
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