Do you have your Halloween costume ready? Does it involve those spooky eye transforming contact lenses? Speciality contact lenses can look great, but if not properly fitted by your Eye Care Professional, your Halloween could turn into a nightmare. Do not purchase costume contact lenses without a prescription. It is illegal to sell and dispense […]
September is Healthy Aging Month
According to the AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), One in six Americans age 65 and older have a vision impairment that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. The risk of eye disease increases with age, yet many older adults neglect to see an ophthalmologist for care. To bring attention to taking care of […]
Back To School Special!
WVEC will be featuring an Optical COUPON each month! Stop by any of our five Optical Shops (Charleston, Beckley, Ripley, Belle and Saint Albans) to take advantage of this great deal. Click below to learn about our August Back to School Special! August Back To School Special
July is Firework Eye Safety Month!
The 4th of July is almost here, and with the picnics, family gatherings, parades and celebrations come FIREWORKS! We all love watching the beautiful display of glitter in the sky. We jump and scream for each loud BOOM! Here comes the reality check, fireworks can be very dangerous if not handled properly. Below are some […]
VSP – Did You Know??
Do you have VSP (Vision Service Plan) Insurance? Did you know? That your routine vision exam is covered each year? Your benefits may be on a yearly schedule by the date of service or by calendar year. This will be specified in your benefit program. VSP covers: Prescription lens for your glasses every […]
May is Ultraviolet Awareness Month
Studies show that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may increase the risk of cataracts and growths on the eye, including cancer. UV rays reflected off sand and water can cause eyes to sunburn, potentially resulting in temporary blindness in just a few hours. In support of Ultraviolet Awareness Month, WVEC wants to remind all patients that […]
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Spring time is upon us here in the beautiful mountain state and the sun is out! Did you know that exposure to UV rays can burn delicate eye tissue and raise the risk of developing cataracts and cancers of the eye? UV rays that reflect off sand and water can cause eyes to sunburn, even […]
March is “Workplace Eye Wellness Month”
Protect your vision on the job! We usually think of work-related eye injuries as being isolated to outdoor jobs such as construction work, landscaping or animal handling. Ironically, working in an office can be just as hazardous to your eyesight. The most common eye problem is computer vision syndrome. While consistently being on your computer […]
8 Years In The Making
Today marks the 8-year anniversary of West Virginia Eye Consultants. In 2011, we started with two physicians (Dr. Jeff Sinclair and Dr. Chris Stansbury) and one employee in a small office in Downtown Charleston. Fast forward to today, we have grown to 7 physicians supported by over 50 employees, providing compassionate care to patients in […]
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a condition in which part of the retina, called the macula, becomes damaged. It is the leading cause of vision loss in people 50 years or older. With AMD, you lose your central vision and ability to see fine details. For instance, someone with AMD may not be able to […]
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