Life After Cataracts: Stacy’s Story With the Light Adjustable Lens

Cataracts,Light Adjustable Lens,Refractive Lens Exchange,Vision Correction

What Are Cataracts? Cataracts occur when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, causing vision to blur, dim, or distort. They often develop with age, but people with strong prescriptions can be affected earlier. The only way to restore clarity once cataracts progress is through surgery. A New Era in Cataract Surgery At Sweeney Eye Associates,…

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Avoid a Gap in Your Medicare Coverage for 2026

Announcement

Certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. Recent updates from insurance carriers indicate that certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. This is a nationwide Medicare Advantage change that may affect how your overall health coverage is administered next year — not just your eye care…

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Can the Sun Make Cataracts Worse?

Cataracts,Comprehensive Eye,Uncategorized

The North Texas sun may brighten your day, but it could also be making your cataracts worse. It’s important for our patients to know that UV exposure is one of the few preventable factors known to speed up cataract progression, particularly in sunny climates like ours. If you’re waiting to have cataract surgery, you should…

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Dr. Sweeney Named To America’s Leading Doctors for 2025

Cataracts,Expert Surgeon,Uncategorized

Patrick Sweeney, M.D. | Top Cataract Surgeon We are thrilled to share some exciting news from all of us at Sweeney Eye Associates: Dr. Patrick Sweeney has been named one of America’s Leading Doctors for 2025 in the cataract category by Newsweek and Statista! This national recognition honors physicians who demonstrate outstanding clinical expertise, patient care, and innovation in their…

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Why So Many People Need Reading Glasses After 40 — And What Vision Correction Options Are Available

Comprehensive Eye,General Eye Care,Refractive Lens Exchange,Uncategorized

If you’ve found yourself reaching for reading glasses more often after turning 40, you’re not alone. Nearly everyone experiences a natural vision change called presbyopia, and while it’s common, it can be frustrating. At Sweeney Eye Associates, we believe you deserve long-term solutions that match your lifestyle. That’s why we offer procedures like Refractive Lens…

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Do I Need a Retina Specialist?

AMD,Retina

Signs of Retinal Disease: What to Watch For and Where to Get Treatment Some vision problems go beyond routine eye exams. If you’re noticing sudden changes in your sight—like blurriness, shadows, floaters, or distortion—it may be time to see a retina specialist. At Sweeney Eye Associates, our retina team—including Dr. Sai Chavala and Dr. Matthew…

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