Why You Should Schedule A Diabetic Eye Exam

WE CAN TREAT YOU WITH A DIABETIC EYE EXAM  The optometrists at Dr. Tavel Family Eye Care see thousands of diabetics (Type 1 and Type 2) each year and are well-trained to catch symptoms and early signs of diabetes with a diabetic eye exam, as well as other signs vision loss and other conditions related […]

Glaucoma | How Early Detection Saves Vision

Often called “The Silent Thief of Sight”, glaucoma is a group of disorders that damage the optic nerve, causes vision loss if left untreated. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness. Glaucoma symptoms typically develop slowly and by the time there is noticeable vision loss, the condition is late-stage. Early detection is key to treating and preventing permanent […]

A Guide to Medicaid Vision Benefits in Indiana

Find Medicaid Optometrists in Indiana at Dr. Tavel Yes, all of our eye doctors take ALL Indiana Medicaid plans that come with vision benefits. However, having Medicaid does not mean you have vision coverage. Not sure if your Medicaid plan has vision coverage? We can help. You can contact our insurance experts online at drtavel.com or […]

Avon Magazine Business Spotlight- Dr. Tavel

Avon Magazine Business Spotlight- Dr. Tavel When you visit our offices, you can rest assured that we’ve still got our Eyes On Safety. We are still committed to keeping everyone who visits our office safe by keeping our offices clean, providing protective equipment to our staff, and adhering to social distancing guidelines! Even during these […]

How Do Blue Light Glasses Work?

Do your eyes feel irritated and dry after a long workday looking at a digital screen? Computer glasses or blue light blocking glasses are specifically designed to filter out extra blue light that can be harmful to your eyes and overall health, no glasses prescription is required. Not sure how blue light glasses work or even […]

5 Signs You Need New Glasses 

5 Signs You Need New Glasses  Your vision can change over time, and it’s not always immediately noticeable, even for long-time glasses wearers. How can you tell when you need a new prescription for your eyeglasses? Here are five signs that you may need a new prescription.   Blurry Vision  If you’re struggling to focus or noticing […]