Las Vegas ophthalmologist helps found patient education resource
Eyes.com empowers patients with detailed, up-to-date information on eye diseases, conditions, and treatment options
LAS VEGAS, NV, January 22, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- A network of nationally-recognized ophthalmologists created an innovative website dedicated to providing patients, consumers, and the general public with comprehensive, up-to-date information on maintaining and improving eye health. The website, www.eyes.com, strives for unparalleled accuracy, utilizing an editorial board of select ophthalmologists--including Las Vegas ophthalmologist Steven O. Hansen, of The Shepherd Center--to review all content before posting. Unlike some websites, Eyes.com is seeks to deliver content that is comprehensive, accurate, and timely.
"To be a founding member of eyes.com is quite an honor. A group of distinguished ophthalmologists from all over the country put together what we feel is a comprehensive, unbiased, highly informative site that covers just about everything related to eye health and vision correction," says Dr. Hansen.
The Shepherd Eye Center will also maintain a Nevada Vision Blog on Eyes.com. To create an ongoing discussion on the newest developments in the field of ophthalmology, other participating practices nationwide will maintain similar blogs.
Eyes.com already contains a wealth of information on the eyes, eye health, and eye medicine. Its ophthalmologist-reviewed content covers topics as diverse as understanding eye anatomy, maintaining eye health, and comparing advanced treatment procedures. Whether a person is seeking information on LASIK, how the sun affects your eyes, or the early signs of cataracts, Eyes.com has the information patients need.
To get answers to any eye-related questions, please visit www.eyes.com today.
Other founding members of Eyes.com include:
• Manus C. Kraff, M.D. - Chicago, Illinois
• David R. Hardten, M.D. - Minneapolis, Minnesota
• William J. Fishkind, M.D., FACS--Tucson, Arizona
• Dr. Luther L. Fry, M.D.--Garden City, Kansas
• David E. Silverstone, M.D. - Waterbury, Connecticut
• James P. Gills, M.D.--Tarpon Springs, Florida
• James A. Davison, M.D. - Des Moines, Iowa
The Shepherd Eye Center has 12 ophthalmologists and about 120 full-time staff members. Its doctors are recognized as some of the most qualified and caring in the region. In addition, it uses ongoing training to ensure that its technicians are equally qualified for their jobs. To learn more about The Shepherd Eye Center, visit http://www.shepherdeye.com/.
Press Release Contact Information:
Steven Hansen
The Shepherd Eye Center
M.D., F.A.C.S.
3575 Pecos-McLeod
Las Vegas, NV
United States 89121
Voice: (702) 731-2088
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