EYE HEALTH & PATIENT EDUCATION
Patient Resources & Articles
Clinical guidance, preventative eye care articles, and helpful practice information from Dr. Khoa Nguyen in Kailua-Kona, HI.
Understanding Cataracts: Early Symptoms, Prevention, and Co-Management in Kona
Cataracts are a natural part of the aging eye, but modern co-management makes treatment smoother than ever. Discover how cataracts develop, early...
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Sep
When to Seek Urgent Eye Care: Recognizing Vision Emergencies
Sudden flashes of light, severe pain, foreign objects, or rapid vision loss require prompt medical attention. Learn how to recognize true eye...
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Sep
Sep
Diabetic Eye Health: Why Annual Dilated Retinal Exams Are Critical
Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of preventable blindness among working-age adults. Learn how regular dilated retinal examinations catch vascular changes before...
27
Sep
Sep
What Really Happens During a Comprehensive Adult Eye Exam?
An eye exam is much more than reading letters off a distant wall chart. Learn how a comprehensive ocular examination detects silent...
27
Sep
Sep
5 Common Signs of Dry Eye Syndrome You Shouldn’t Ignore
Do your eyes burn, water excessively, or feel like they have sand in them? Discover the primary warning signs of Dry Eye...
27
Sep
Sep
How Kona’s Climate & VOG Affect Your Eyes — And How to Protect Them
Living on Hawai‘i Island brings unique environmental factors. Learn how volcanic smog (VOG), trade winds, and tropical UV radiation impact your ocular...
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Sep
Sep
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- Current government-issued photo ID (Driver’s license, State ID, or Passport).
- All current vision and medical insurance cards.
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- A complete list of current prescription medications, over-the-counter supplements, and eye drops.
- UV-blocking sunglasses for the drive home if your eyes will be dilated.
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