The staff, doctors and team at The Eye Institute of Utah would like to wish our Medical Director, Dr. Robert Cionni, a very happy birthday! We asked Dr. Cionni a series of fun and random questions that go beyond his career as a cataract surgeon. See how he responded and get to know a side…
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Many people participate in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA) through their employers. Funds available with these plans can often be used for LASIK, PRK, or other refractive eye surgery treatment; however, if the funds haven’t been used by a certain date, they are ultimately forfeited. The good news is, you still…
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Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the U.S., affecting around 3 million Americans. In order to maintain healthy vision, the eye must properly regulate pressure in the eye by draining excess fluid. Glaucoma occurs when the eye can not sufficiently drain aqueous fluid, causing increased pressure in the eye and irreversible damage to…
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We are excited to announce that Dr. Robert J. Cionni, Medical Director and cataract specialist here at The Eye Institute of Utah, has been elected as the upcoming President of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS). ASCRS is an educational organization that focuses on the advancement of ophthalmic surgery, with a specific…
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We have some very exciting news to share! The Eye Institute of Utah recently received the Angie’s List Super Service Award, which ranks us in the top 5% of Salt Lake City businesses that achieve exemplary customer satisfaction. This award reflects one of our primary goals: commitment to customer service. Our team of Salt Lake…
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As part of our commitment to offer the highest level of patient care and most advanced technology, we are excited to announce that we are the first facility in Utah to acquire the WaveLight® Refractive Suite – a state-of-the-art laser system used for laser vision correction surgeries such as LASIK and PRK. The WaveLight® Refractive…
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Our eyes help us to understand and appreciate the beauty of the world around us, truly adding to our overall quality of life. Age-Related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, can prevent you from enjoying the wonderful benefits of healthy vision. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in Americans 65 and older, so…
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We have great news for patients that have astigmatism and high levels of myopia (or nearsightedness) who may not currently be candidates for vision correction surgery with LASIK, PRK or the standard ICL. A recent vote by an advisory panel for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ruled in favor of recommending approval of…
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Today marked a bitter-sweet but momentous occasion at The Eye Institute of Utah. Employees gathered around to roast marshmallows and say goodbye to the beloved granite fireplace that has warmed the main waiting room in the first floor clinic since the ophthalmology practice opened back in 1980, more than 30 years ago. The fireplace is…
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Make a resolution to start the New Year with new and improved eyesight! At The Eye Institute of Utah, we offer free* LASIK consultations where you will be able to learn about the procedures, technology and financing available. If you call to schedule your appointment now, you can also receive $1,000 off ($500 off per…
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