As a follow-up to the first article in the series, A Clear Priority for Contact Lens Wearers, now that you know what symptoms to watch for, here are tips for proper care of contacts: Don’t Overwear Them—If your contact lenses only last for two weeks or a month, resist the temptation to wear them longer. […]
A Clear Priority for Contact Lens Wearers
Contact lenses can miraculously improve your vision, but wearing them the wrong way can actually harm your eyesight. This summer, one New York Times article reported about a lady who had 27 contact lenses removed from her right eye. Ouch! Her doctors noticed the problem while prepping her for cataract surgery. Thankfully, it’s fairly rare […]
80% of Learning is Visual!
Imagine trying to do something new if the directions were blurry and you could not make sense of the diagrams – and then be asked to demonstrate what you learned. When certain skills have not developed, or are poorly developed, learning is difficult and stressful. That’s how vision problems can affect learning. Even if a child […]
A How-To Guide When Selecting Sunglasses
With the huge selection of different styles of sunglasses available, making a decision can be difficult. Choosing the right pair for you depends on your lifestyle, fashion tastes, and outdoor activities. Protecting your eyes is one of the most important uses for sunglasses, but different frames and styles offer varying levels of protection from solar […]
Spring Trunk Show: Sunglass Extravaganza
Wednesday, April 19th, 2017 from 3-7p; Four Hours Only! Stop in and choose from an extensive selection of sunglasses during the Trunk Show! You’ll definitely find one that fits your style. The first 25 people to donate non-perishable food shelf items get a prize! Special Event Pricing 3-7p $50 off Non-Rx Sunglasses $100 off Single […]
A Sweetheart of a Deal!
Draw for 25% – 75% off frames with the purchase of lenses! Three days only, February 13-15, 2017; get 25% – 75% off all in-stock frames including sunglasses with the purchase of lenses. Over 600 frames to choose from. View some of our eye wear brands. No other discounts apply. See optician for details. Open […]
Dry Eye: Help is Available
You know the feeling – everything stops when you get something in your eye. Rubbing and blinking over and over to create tears to get the foreign object out of the eye. Imagine dealing with the feeling of a spec of dust, or stinging, itchy and uncomfortable eyes every day. It is a common, often […]
50% Off Sale on All In-Stock Frames
Use your remaining Flex dollars! During the month of December, get 50% off all in-stock frames including sunglasses. Over 550 frames to choose from. View some of our eye wear brands. No other discounts apply. See optician for details. Offer expires 12/31. Call 320.334.3264 to schedule your eye exam with Dr. Joe Schneiderhan or bring in […]
Meet Our Ophthalmologist Dr. John Dvorak
Visiting Ophthalmologist Dr. Dvorak is a highly skilled cataract surgeon and general ophthalmologist, treating a broad range of eye diseases, disorders and injuries. He sees patients at Glenwood Family Eye Center and performs eye procedures at Glacial Ridge Hospital. Get to Know Dr. John Dvorak Dr. Dvorak grew up as the youngest of 14 children […]
Glenwood Family Eye Center’s Grand Opening Celebration
Wednesday, September 14th 12-7p Glacial Ridge Health System’s new eye center is conveniently located between Ace Hardware and the bakery on Minnesota Avenue in Glenwood. Register to win one of our grand prizes including a Lake Day Give-Away, Callaway golf gift basket, multiple free designer frames, a Vera Bradley bag and more.* Have some appetizers Get free door […]