The Connections Bernards Ridge Edition June, July & August 2021

theconnectionsnj.com HEALTH & WELLNESS PAGE 24 COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing Free Delivery on OTC and Prescriptions Rx Savings Review - Finding Ways to Save Money on Prescriptions Over-the-Counter Supplies Vitamins Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00 • Closed Sunday TEL/TEXT Valid thru 8/31/21 FREE ONLINE SHOPPING www.bedsrx.com SUPPORT A LOCAL BUSINESS 1. SHOP & DINE LOCAL 2. GIVE A SOCIAL MEDIA SHOUTOUT 3. BUY A GIFT CARD FOR A FRIEND & ENCOURAGE THEM TO BUY FOR SOMEONE ELSE Find LOCAL options in THE CONNECTION MAGAZINES “Vision is our most precious sense,” said Dr. Lawrence Najarian, a board-certi ed oph- thalmologist and founder and medical direc- tor of Bedminster Eye and Laser Center. “Most people think that if they are not having problems with their vision they don’t need to see an eye doctor. But that’s not true. Many diseases such as diabetes can be detected by an eye doctor before other symptoms be- come apparent. That is why it is so important to see an ophthalmologist for an eye exam every one to two years.” Dr. Najarian is an M.D. ophthalmologist with a sub-specialty in uveitis. He leads a highly trained clinical team including Dr. Lisa Ortenzio, a medical optometrist with a spe- cialty in dry eye. Together, they provide a full range of eye care from comprehensive eye exams including prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses to the latest in diagnostic testing, medical treatments, and surgical pro- cedures. Early treatment is critically important to prevent common eye diseases such as cat- aracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration from caus- ing permanent vision loss or blindness. Know that if you use your computer or other digital devices more than two hours a day and suffer from tired or dry eyes or ex- perience blurriness, or have trouble reading books, doing gardening, or gaming on de- vices, you may have digital eye strain. You are not alone. Millions of people are affected every day. Ask your eye doctor for possible solutions and also have a conversation with an optician who can suggest speci c eyeglasses and lens coatings. As we emerge from the pandemic, it is important to get back into a routine eye care schedule. Dr. Najarian and Dr. Or- tenzio can assess the risk factors for your eyes and make specific recommendations for testing, treatment, or surgery if you need it. “As a physician, my ultimate responsibility is to each one of my patients,” said Dr. Najar- ian. “To be able to give someone better sight and help people see better is very rewarding and why I became an ophthalmologist.” The Optical Shoppe at Bedminster Eye has more than 700 frames in stock for men, women, and children, including sunglass- es, and safety and sports eyewear offering a unique solution for each patient’s visual needs. • Exclusive designer collections include Tom Ford, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Jimmy Choo, Carolina Herrera, KLiiK, STATE, WOOW, ProDesign, and Silhouette. • ZEISS Lenses, an innovative world lead- er in optical manufacturing, offer accu- racy far higher than traditional eyeglass lenses by using precise technology per- sonalized to your unique vision pro le. With these lenses, you will have the clearest vision possible. That’s why we offer them to our patients. The Optical Shoppe licensed opticians have more than 50 years of combined experi- ence. They will guide you through the process of selecting the best lens design for your visu- al needs, choosing the right frames for your face shape, and properly tting your glasses. They can also suggest different ideas to help combat digital eye strain offering task-specif- ic eyeglasses and lens coatings. They have helped others and are looking forward to helping you too! THERE ARE MANY REASONS TO VISIT AN EYE DOCTOR Bedminster Eye and Laser Center 400 Main St. Bedminster, NJ 07921 Main of ce: (908) 719-2020 The Optical Shoppe: (908) 781-2020 www.bedminstereye.net Many diseases are rst identi ed in the eye such as diabetes, glaucoma, family history issues, and age-related issues. Everyone’s medical situation is different. C C Early treatment is critically important to prevent common eye diseases such as cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age- related macular degeneration from causing permanent vision loss or blindness. Dr. Najarian and Dr. Ortenzio can assess the risk factors for your eyes and make speci c recommendations for testing, treatment, or surgery if you need it.