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Eye Disease Management in Willowbrook

Advanced Vision Solutions for an Enhanced Quality of Life

(281) 894-0011

Early diagnosis means earlier treatment and better outcomes.

Whether you have glaucoma, macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, or other eye diseases — we can help.

At Penn Eye Care, we provide comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic screening and cutting-edge treatments that can slow eye disease progression and help maintain your vision.

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Eye Disease Management Includes:

  • Comprehensive eye exam

    Comprehensive eye exams are critical in catching sight-robbing eye diseases that typically don’t show early symptoms.

  • Diagnostic screening

    Certain changes in your eyes can indicate eye conditions. Our optometrists can diagnose the disease and determine the cause of these changes.

  • Treatments and surgeries

    We provide a wide range of treatments, including prescription eye drops and other medication. If needed, we'll refer you to the right specialist for eye surgery.

  • After care and follow-up

    We provide follow-up exams and after-care treatments to help you manage your symptoms and safeguard your vision.


What Are the 4 Most Common Eye Diseases?

  • Diabetic Retinopathy

    If you have diabetes, you should be aware of the risk of diabetic retinopathy. Elevated blood sugar can cause blood vessels in the eye to become inflamed or swell. In the early stages, you may not notice symptoms, but advanced diabetic retinopathy can cause blurred vision or eye inflammation.

    Diabetic retinopathy treatment includes:

    • Prescription medication
    • Laser surgeries
    • Anti-VEGF and steroid injections
    • Vitrectomy
  • Glaucoma

    Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness and often doesn’t show early symptoms. High pressure inside the eye causes glaucoma, and the purpose of glaucoma management is to reduce intraocular pressure.

    Glaucoma treatments include:

    • Prescription eye drops or medications
    • Laser procedures
    • Filtration surgery
    • Drainage tubes
    • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
  • Cataracts

    Cataracts are cloudy formations on the eye lens. They can make your vision blurry and distorted. To restore normal vision, an optometrist will recommend cataract surgery, which involves replacing the cloudy lens with an artificial intraocular lens.

  • Macular Degeneration

    Macular degeneration, or AMD, occurs when the macula or the central part of the retina deteriorates. This results in blurred and distorted vision.

    There are two types of AMD: Dry AMD and Wet AMD.

    Although there isn’t a treatment for dry AMD, lifestyle changes and specific supplements can help prevent further vision deterioration.

    Wet AMD treatments include:

    • Photodynamic therapy
    • Anti-VEGF injections
    • Laser photocoagulation

Distorted or Blurred Vision? Have a family history of serious eye diseases?

Schedule an eye exam at Penn Eye Care in Willowbrook. Early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve eye health and prevent vision loss.


Eye Disease Management FAQs

Do eye problems run in the family?

Yes. Genetics increase our chances of developing diseases that impact vision and eye health.

In fact, over 350 eye diseases are attributed to hereditary factors, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, glaucoma, and retinitis pigmentosa. Learning about your family’s medical history can provide important clues regarding your predisposition to certain eye diseases and vision problems.

How to prevent eye diseases?

Adopting a healthy lifestyle and getting regular eye exams can improve your chances of maintaining clear vision and eye health.

Make sure to:

  • Avoid smoking
  • Maintain healthy blood sugar levels if you have diabetes
  • Wear sunglasses that offer 100 UV protection
  • Have regular eye exams
What are the symptoms of serious eye problems?

Although certain eye diseases show specific symptoms, the signs vary according to the condition. Keep in mind that some eye diseases, such as glaucoma, often don’t show early symptoms—which is why it's important to get regular eye exams.

If you experience any of the following, contact Penn Eye Care immediately.

  • Blurry or double vision
  • Eye inflammation or eye pain
  • Eye Floaters
  • Eye swelling
  • Blind spots

If you experience any symptoms or have a family history of eye diseases, make sure to schedule a consultation and eye exam at Penn Eye Care in Willowbrook today.

Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 09, 2024
Everyone is great! I love this place!
- Oct. 22, 2024
I recomennd this place and Dr. Natalia Aksamentov, she is very good doktor. She listened very carefu... lly to my complaints and gave her recommendations. Her assistant and gils in the ofice was very nice.
- Oct. 14, 2024
So patient!! My daughter can be a lot to handle, but the Dr was SO patient and wonderful with her!! ... Definitely will be bringing my children back and highly recommend them!!
- Oct. 12, 2024
The doctors and staff at Penn Eye Care are awesome. They are friendly, knowledgeable and great folks... !
- Aug. 26, 2024
Employees are very personable at this location. Because of their interest in me and care for what I... needed, I changed from a major glasses organization in Houston to them. So happy I did!
- Jul. 31, 2024
I love Dr Penn and his team. They always take good care of me and family.
- Jul. 03, 2024
The staff make you feel at home while providing superior customer service.
- Jun. 21, 2024
My new go to ! It was my first time going and the staff and doctor were 10/10 ! I truly felt taken c... are of from the moment I walked in to the moment I left.
- Jun. 06, 2024
Dr. Penn is a great doctor and his staff is top notch. I have been extremely satisfied with the eye ... care and eye ware at Penn Eye Care, for a couple of decades.
- May. 13, 2024
Great staff & customer service went over & beyond! Also great nice detailed doctor! My glasses also ... came back within the same week 🙂
- May. 03, 2024
Love the staff and the doctors. They provide excellent service
- Apr. 18, 2024
DR. Penn and each of his optometrist collegues- I have had the pleasure of meeting that has performe... d any of my eye exams- In both their experience and knowledge and treatment and caring nature yhry provide to their patients- can be described as nothing less than STELLAR - Optometrists- Equally as stellar to Dr. Penns expertise and treatment he provides to all his patients. The office staff at Dr. Penn’s optometry office - I sm a a long time patient of- for overt 12yrs, is beyond exemplary to say the least- Of the many years I have been a patient. They are happy, so professional, provide a welcome and accomading atmosphere, happy to help and always go above and beyond to assist patients with any and all questions or needs their customers have. They are exceptional, expietenced and beyond knowledgeabke, in both eye care- optometry,-,well educated as well is in caring and providing all customers material, or other physical eye care needs. Love Love Love - A*******.
- Mar. 25, 2024
Dr. Pen and his staff are outstanding! They are knowledgeable,professional and extremely kind and ca... ring.
- Mar. 18, 2024
The staff always provide quality service. I have been a customer over 20 years and purchased many pa... irs of glasses and am always pleased.
- Mar. 18, 2024
I love Penn Eye. The staff is truly amazing. They make me feel comfortable during my exams, all of m... y concerns are addressed and even the process of selecting a pair of frames is personalized. Thank y’all for truly caring about your patients!
- Mar. 04, 2024
The entire staff is wonderful! Dr. Penn is an amazing doctor who is very attentive to his patients.
- Dec. 22, 2023
Very good exam exam. Friendly environment
- Nov. 26, 2023
I am the second generation of my family that’s been going here for my whole life. I’ve referred ... friends here too. I just feel like I’m going to visit some family or friends when I come for my visit. Super professional and sweet people.
- Sep. 09, 2023
Friendly staff and great eyecare! Been a long time customer and highly recommend
- Sep. 07, 2023
Excellent customer service very professional.

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Eye Disease Management in Willowbrook

Our optometry practice in Willowbrook

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

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(281) 894-0011