A Costco Membership is a great investment. For $55.00 a month you get unlimited access to all Costco Warehouses and access to their gas stations, which are normally 2 to 3 cents cheaper than most stations. Costco offers many items in bulk that you wouldn’t find at your local Vons or Albertsons. Buying in bulk allows you to stretch out your shopping trips to once a month. Costco’s generic brand, Kirkland, is comparable to a lot of name brand items for a much more affordable price. Costco also offers travel discounts on hotels, flights and vacation packages. The price of a Costco membership will pay for itself in your first visit!
Although Costco is great to buy in bulk, they may not offer a wide variety of brand names. They do offer contacts and glasses, but the variety may not be as extensive and they may not be as great of quality as you would find in an ophthalmology office such as Morris Eye Group. They do not carry all of the brands that Morris Eye Group carries and the quality of the lenses is far less than the lens options Morris Eye Group offers. Sometimes the reason one may have poor vision due to cataracts. Costco does not have an experienced, board certified ophthalmologist on site either, so they will not be able to treat cataracts if you have them. Another one of the things Costco does not offer is LASIK. Morris Eye Group has three board certified ophthalmologists and two board certified optometrists that can treat diseases of the eye, vision problems, and do surgery such as Cataract removal. We also have two optical department s with over 5000 different glasses frames. So, if you are in need of a specific glasses frame, brand of contact lenses, or would like to have LASIK, schedule your next appointment with Morris Eye Group.
Country music may not be a favorite among many, but its growing popularity and universality may convert any rap and R&B lover. In the past, this genre of music has been associated with cowboy boots, wrangler jeans and a southern accent. Many people thought it to be depressing, whiney non-sense. Recently, the country music scene has become more mainstream. Many artists such as Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban have become popular to the pop music fan base and have often times been featured on many pop radio stations. It also seems as if country music has turned away from the depressing lyrics, and moved forward toward the fun loving, care free songs. Country music has always embraced love songs, and now with this new pop-country feel, more and more fans of the genre are emerging.
Summer in San Diego is a great time for Concerts. From the San Diego County Fair, to the Del Mar Races, and other outdoor venues like Humphrey’s and Cricket Amphitheater, many of these pop-country stars are putting on concerts for this beach-going area. If you don’t get front row seats, it would be awesome to be able to see your favorite country artist. If you have trouble seeing and do not want to wear contacts or glasses, especially during the summer, you may want to think about getting LASIK. Because of the fast recovery time, you can get your LASIK procedure and be able to drive yourself to see your favorite country artist in concert the very next day! Morris Eye Group will help you have fun in the sun during Summer in San Diego.
For many people college graduation is a time of excitement and a feeling of accomplishment. But, for some graduation is a time of fear regarding the unknown. As it is just past graduation season many graduates are reluctant to start their futures, and for others who want to progress, they face the reality of not being able to get the job they thought they would. For the rare few, jobs or graduate school are immediately in their future.
However despite all these concerns and doubts graduation is really a beginning, and despite everything it can be a hopeful time. Graduates, have one great thing going for them, they are graduated with a college degree, which is more than some people can boast. Especially in this economy, a degree has become the required ticket for admittance to becoming a productive member of our society. Jobs still can be found, although rare, and are reserved for not necessarily the brightest, but the most diligent. Much is required of these recent grads, who not only have to be diligent, but also be able to endure the long job search and still attempt to remain hopeful.
Graduation, despite all the obstacles, is a time of celebration and reverie. Recent grads have accomplished and sacrificed much to get to the end of their four, or five years. And although thousands accomplish the same feat each year, it’s still special and something to be applauded. When considering a gift to give a graduate one might want to consider the gift of sight! LASIK is a the perfect gift for someone graduating from college. A college graduate will have stable vision and by giving the gift of LASIK the graduate will no long have to endure the cost of contacts or glasses anymore. At Morris Eye Group we offer many ways to afford LASIK. We have interest free financing for up to two years. There should be no reason that you grad should have to suffer any longer, when considering the gift of sight with LASIK- consider Morris Eye Group.
After a long day at work spending some time outside hiking is a great way to relax and get some exercise at the same time. La Jolla offers several hiking spots with spectacular ocean views. As a bonus, the hiking trials are absolutely free. One is Torrey Pines, which is located on the cliffs just north of UCSD. Another great place is the Cliffs, located on La Jolla Farms Road. Both locations are beautiful and you will not be disappointed with the surroundings.
However, it is important to be able to see well while you are hiking. Often times glasses fog up when one is doing aerobic activity and this can cause frustration to the hiker. Contact lenses can become irritating, dry and uncomfortable. LASIK is a great option for those that enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking. Many hikers opt for LASIK as a solution to their visual problems because it provides a hassle free option. For those in San Diego LASIK is a great option. San Diego has such a wonderful climate that many outdoor enthusiasts are attracted to the city; however, if one is struggling to see well it can be difficult to enjoy a good hike.
For those new to the area, the Torrey Pines hike has a few options. You can either park at the beach and hike up the cliff, or you can park at the top of the cliff and hike down to the ocean. This hike can be intense, especially if you start at the beach and hike to the top. But, you can get a great workout while you take in the natural beauty.
The hike located at the Cliffs is more of a leisurely hike and can be completed by all ages. Once you get to the edge you have a great view, from La Jolla Cove, to the Glider Port. This trial is quick, fun, and worth the visit.
These La Jolla hiking locations are great year round, but if you happen to go during the spring you are in for a special treat as the wildflowers are at full bloom.So, whether you are looking for a bit of a workout or just to get outside and enjoy nature, the hiking trails in La Jolla are a great option. Of course one should always consider their visual needs before going on a hike. Although hiking can be great fun and good exercise, one may want to consider the LASIK procedure to avoid contact lens or glasses problems. Contact our eye doctor today to find out if you are a candidate!
There is a lot to think about when planning a wedding. Of course there are the usual timeline and checklist of all things that will need to be accomplished. A typical timeline should include budgeting money and open a savings account specifically for the wedding, dress shopping and deciding which friends or family members will be in the wedding party. There is also a website called theknot.com that can help in all aspects of planning including photos, checklists and forums. Many vendors also advertise on this site so one is able to get a wide range of information. One can find wedding and ceremony locations and request RFP’s directly from one website. This makes the planning of a wedding stress-free! However, there are other factors one should consider when planning a wedding that one my not normally think about. Besides the venue, dress, cake and other details one may want to consider seeing clearly on the wedding day. Of course glasses and contact lenses are one way to see clearly on a wedding day but one should also consider LASIK eye surgery as an option. With all of the planning it takes for a wedding, make sure not to neglect the most important person: the bride. LASIK is a great way to eliminate some stress one might have on their wedding day. With all of the preparing one could forget the contact lenses or lose a lens and then the bride would not be able to see at all on her wedding day. If the bride has the LASIK surgery performed before the wedding day, she will have the opportunity to see clearly throughout the whole process of the wedding, honeymoon and the rest of her marriage. LASIK is a great wedding present to consider giving to a bride or groom for that matter. Although the cost of eye surgery can be a costly procedure, when done correctly, that can last a life time. Consider the gift of sight when planning a wedding!
There are several types of eye surgeries and the cost of eye surgery can depend on many factors such as a patients insurance. Many patients want to know if their insurance covers the cost of laser eye surgery and the answer is not a simple one. Again, it depends on the patients insurance. There are some vision plans such as VSP that do offer a discount laser service plan or a preferred laser plan which will pay for a portion of the lasik costs. However, there is no insurance company that will cover the total cost of laser eye surgery because it is considered a cosmetic treatment option. Insurance companies believe that because there is another alternative, glasses or contact lenses, that the LASIK procedure is really an elective procedure by their standards.
What costs are associated with LASIK eye surgery? There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the procedure. There are preliminary measurements that need to be taken by highly sophisticated technology, such as the WaveScan (a corneal mapping devise). Laser eye surgery prices also depend on the skill and experience of the eye doctor you are seeing. In addition to the doctor him/herself, there are other staff members and technicians involved in preparing for the surgery and needed for the actually surgery. There is the cost of chair time for the post-operative appointments, and lastly there are the hard costs of the procedure itself that the laser center needs to take into consideration.
On average when going to a LASIK center that has a good reputation, a clean and sterile environment, quality skilled physicians and a built in enhancement policy most LASIK institutes will charge about $2,000 an eye.
At Morris Eye Group, we offer a FREE LASIK consultation where the patient gets the opportunity to meet our staff and doctors. At this appointment the doctor you meet will let you know if you qualify for this life changing procedure.
Morris Eye Group does not base our lasik surgery prices off a patient’s prescription, pupil size or any other medical condition. We believe that all patients deserve the best care from a quality skill physician with the most up to date technology at a flat rate. We also offer a Life Time Enhancement policy so that our patients can rest assure that if they ever do need an enhancement, there is no charge for it.
There are many reasons to choose to come to Morris Eye Group for LASIK. Call our office today for your Free Consultation to see if you qualify!
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common condition where you can see near objects, but cannot see distant objects.The reason for this is because the eye’s shape is too long.As a result, images of distant objects are focused in front of the retina and thus appear blurred.The degree of your nearsightedness determines your ability to focus on distant objects. People with severe nearsightedness can see clearly only objects just a few inches away, while those with mild nearsightedness may clearly see objects several yards away. Myopia may develop gradually or rapidly, often worsening during childhood and adolescence and it tends to run in families
Morris Eye Group offers many different ways to correct Myopia (nearsightedness).After completing your comprehensive eye exam, and meeting with one of our five doctors, you can discuss with them what the best options for your situation are.In both of our Encinitas and Oceanside locations, we have full optical departments where you can choose glasses or contacts to correct your refractive error.
Depending on the health of your eye, and a series of other tests, the doctor may suggest Laser Vision Correction (LVC).When undergoing Laser Vision Correction the doctor will reshape your cornea to flatten the outermost layer.The purpose of this technique is to “shorten” your eye so that distant objects focus more directly on the retina; thus allowing you to see objects in the distance more clearly.This procedure is performed in our Laser Center in our Encinitas Office.
Another option the doctor may suggest for you is Implantable Contact Lenses (ICL).In contrast to Laser Vision Correction, the ICL procedure involves the implantation of a lens that can be removed at a later time if necessary. ICL’s are safe and effective alternatives for people who are not good candidates for LASIK/PRK, including patients with extreme dry eyes, extra large pupils, and very thin corneas. Implantable Contact Lenses can also correct exceedingly high refractive errors, something LASIK or PRK cannot accomplish.This procedure is performed in a surgery facility.
If you would like to set up your comprehensive eye exam with Morris Eye Group at either of our Encinitas or Oceanside locations, please call 760-631-3500. You may also visit our website at www.MorrisEyeGroup.com.
At Morris Eye Group we pride ourselves on offering the best technology possible when it comes to exams, testing, and equipment. We are often asked to explain what the difference between Custom Laser Vision Correction is and Standard Laser Vision Correction.
In our office we use the VISX STAR S4 Excimer Laser with Wavefront guided technology. This technology allows us to be able to get a much more detailed view of someone’s prescription and what their treatment plan will be. A Custom Laser takes into account every person individual visual needs where as a Standard Laser supplies an adequate treatment similar to what glasses or contact lenses would provide a patient. By using a Custom Laser and Wavefront technology we are able to be a lot more accurate in our treatment and provide a patient with clearer crisper vision than a standard laser would provide.
