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Ophthalmology

You might visit Ophthalmology with dry, watery eyes, blurred vision, poor night vision or because you generally don't see well. Ophthalmologist specialize in examining, diagnosing, and treating eye conditions and diseases including cataracts, glaucoma, "lazy eye" and many others.

Optometry

A visit to the optometrist might consist of a routine eye exam, a prescription for glasses or a contact lens fitting. MeritCare has several optometrists, as well as several optical shops located in Fargo and throughout the region.

CARE

LASIK Surgery

MeritCare specializes in the treatment of poor vision with LASIK surgery.

Refractive Cataract Surgery

Refractive cataract surgery involves two major steps - the removal of the natural lens (clouded by cataracts) followed by the implantation of an artificial multifocal lens implant. In standard cataract surgery, the replacement lens is monofocal, meaning it can correct for distance or for close-up, but not for both. Glasses are still needed, usually for reading.

With the new ReZoom™ lens, a person undergoing cataract surgery can get a replacement lens that will correct for all types of vision – distance, intermediate and close-up. And because the mulitfocal lens automatically adjusts to all distances, glasses after cataract surgery are typically not needed. Clinical studies show 92 percent of people receiving the ReZoom lens never or only occasionally need to wear glasses. To learn more about refractive cataract surgery, including the ReZoom lens and other multifocal lens options, or to make an appointment, please call (701) 234-2305 or (800) 437-4010.

EDUCATION

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Learn more about conditions and treatments of the eye in the health library.

 

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Research

For over two decades, MeritCare has been a leader in clinical research. Visit our online guide to learn more about our current research and clinical trials.

Quality

Every day, MeritCare is committed to quality health care and continuous improvements. Learn more in our online quality guide.