- Emergency CareDr. Wayne Aberle is originally from Herreid, South Dakota. He graduated from Herreid High School in 1990 as salutatorian and went on to attend the University of Mary and later the Illinois College of Optometry, graduating in 1999. After briefly working in Chicago and then Minneapolis, he returned to the area in 2000 to work at Sterling Optical in Bismarck. He eventually opened up his own optometry clinic, Precision Eyez, in 2004 and was in solo private practice before joining the doctors at Vision Source Mandan in 2020. He enjoys primary family eye care and seeing patients of all ages. He also has an added interest in contact lenses, urgent care, and diabetic eye exams.
- GlaucomaOften called “the silent thief of sight,” glaucoma is an increase in the intraocular pressure of the eyes, which causes damage to the optic nerve with no signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to a decrease in peripheral vision and eventually blindness.
- Macular DegenerationMacular degeneration is a chronic, progressive disease that gradually destroys sharp central vision due to a deterioration of the macula, a tiny spot in the central portion of your retina comprised of millions of light-sensing cells. Because it is so commonly associated with aging, it is also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). There are two forms of AMD called “dry,” most common and with no known treatment, and “wet,” less common and treated with laser procedures. Genetic testing is now available to help identify those most likely to develop “wet” macular degeneration.
- Laser Eye SurgeryIn reality, most people have some degree of astigmatism, which is usually present at birth and is believed to be hereditary. In minor cases, treatment may not be required but is certainly beneficial. Moderate to severe astigmatism can be treated with corrective eyewear or LASIK surgery.
- CataractsStudies indicate that a diet rich in lutein and zeaxanthin can result in a lower risk of chronic eye diseases, including AMD and cataracts. The best way to get these less well-known nutrients is by eating eggs and leafy greens.
- Cataract SurgeryDue to the baby boomer population, cataract surgeries are on the rise! However, the great news about cataract surgery is that the procedure typically takes less than 10 minutes per eye and most patients experience satisfactory distance vision without glasses following the surgery.
- Eye ExamThe eye doctors at Vision Source Mandan can recommend the best contact lenses for you based on a complete eye examination and a review of your visual needs both at work and play. Since most people can wear more than one type of lens, it’s important to know what the choices are and the advantages and disadvantages to each. In the Bismarck, ND and Mandan, ND communities, we are lucky to have a wide range of seasons and activities at our fingertips; let the eye doctor find the right contact lenses for you!
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetic eye disease is a general term for a group of eye problems that can result from having type 1 or type 2 diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and glaucoma.
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