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Our Practice

Thank you to the Press of Atlantic City readers for voting us
Best Eye Care Specialist in the region five years in a row!


Office Information

Regular eye exams are an invaluable tool in maintaining your eyes' health by detecting and preventing disease. Some diseases develop slowly without causing pain or vision loss. Early detection of any problems can reduce the risk of further harm and allow for a choice of treatment options.

With six offices located in Southern New Jersey, the physicians and staff at Horizon Eye Care provide comprehensive eye care services for the whole family. The Horizon Eye Care team is well-versed in the latest techniques and uses state-of-the-art equipment with a friendly, personalized approach to patient care.

Using the latest technology, our Board Certified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists offer specialized care in many areas. Services include:

  • Comprehensive eye exams
  • Contact lenses (including specialized fittings for corneal disease)
  • Adolescent eye care
  • Cataract care/surgery & Premium lens implants
  • Diabetic eye care and Glaucoma (Advanced treatments)
  • Dry Eye/Allergies
  • Macular Degeneration & progressive therapies
  • Cornea and retina health
  • Laser vision correction (LASIK, Ep-LASIK and PRK)
  • Cosmetic eye care & eyelid surgery
  • Optical shop (fashionable glasses & sunglasses, including safety eye wear)
  • Accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center (service in a comfortable relaxed setting)

Office Hours

Horizon Eye Care has six convenient locations with hours Monday thru Saturday including early morning and evening hours. Emergency services are available during non-office hours.

LPR Rewards Program

The LPR Rewards program is new to patients. As our way of saying Thank you for choosing Horizon Eye Care, just click on the word SURPRISE and fill out the information and click Submit.

You will then be eligible for our rewards program. Every month a winner will be selected, and each month the prize is different. One month you may win a Horizon Eye Care computer mouse pad, another month $25 will be donated to a charitable organization. You could also win a $50 gift certificate for our optical shop or $250 off your Horizon LASIK procedure, and the list goes on. Each month will be a surprise!

Please be sure to click on the word SURPRISE and take a brief moment to fill out the information! The next winner could be you!!

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FAQs

The eye has been called the window to the soul, and this really is true because it is the only place where we can directly view the blood vessels which gives us great insight into other medical diseases.

  1. What are some warning signs that your vision could be in danger?
    Blurry or double vision; crossed eyes; eye pain, headaches, eye redness, light sensitivity; flashes, floaters and a blind spot or curtain blocking a portion of your field of vision are just a few reasons for a complete eye exam.
  2. What does 20/20 mean?
    If your doctor says that you have 20/20 vision, that means your eye is able to see a letter 20 feet away, which a normal eye can also see at 20 feet.
  3. What are floaters?
    Floaters are spots in the interior jelly part of the eye that are moving around. The floaters themselves do not need therapy, but they can be a sign of a retinal tear which requires treatment.
  4. What safety concerns should contact lens wearers consider in the summer?
    Avoid water activities with contacts due to risk of contamination from beach, pool, or spa water. Microorganisms in the water can adhere to the contacts and then attach to the cornea, causing severe infections. FDA guidelines are returning to a recommendation to "rub and rinse" instead of the "No rub" option due to the recent history of increased contact infections secondary to amoeba and fungus.

SPOTLIGHT ON GLAUCOMA

One of the most important functions of a comprehensive eye exam is the evaluation for glaucoma.  Drops are used to check the eye pressure and dilate to view the optic nerves. To learn more read the FAQ’S below:

  1. Why do I need to get dilated? 
    Dilation allows the pupil (center) of the eye to open and expand to allow the Doctor to view the inside of your eye in detail. The magnified view is critical for detecting subtle abnormalities including enlargement of your nerves which is a sign of glaucoma.

  2. Will I go blind from glaucoma?
    The best way to prevent blindness is through early diagnosis at your annual exam and treatment to slow the progression of the disease. If eye drops are prescribed they must be used everyday and regular follow up visits must be kept to make sure the medication is working.

  3. Why is it important to take eye drops everyday? 
    They are specially formulated to lower your eye pressure.  This is the most effective way to decrease the chance of further damage to your optic nerve.  Your eye pressure fluctuates throughout the day and when it spikes damage can occur. The drops help to stabilize the pressure while you are awake and sleeping.

  4. Are there any other treatment options besides daily drops? 
    Yes you may be a candidate for a laser procedure that will allow control of the eye pressure.  You may discuss it with your Doctor.  Follow up visits are still very important to make sure the eye pressure is being maintained.
  1. What is the purpose of the additional tests? 
    Visual field testing is the gold standard of care for detecting any blind spots or loss of vision.  It provides a picture to show change over time. The newer technology includes imaging the optic nerves to give specific data about the size and shape and analyzes change over time.  These tests provide the Doctor with data to make a decision about your care and treatment plan.
  1. If I am having trouble with getting the drops in, buying the drops because they are expensive, or forgetting to take them what can I do? 
    Ask your Doctor for help because we will provide you with tips in regards to instillation. There are generic options and financial assistance for some patients if you are having trouble affording the medication. The medication is essential to preserving sight. Make it part of your daily routine.  There is no cure for glaucoma and vision loss that occurs is not reversible.   

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Employment Opportunities

Horizon Eye Care is always looking for highly qualified professionals to join its staff. There may be openings for the following positions:

  • Medical assistant
  • Billing
  • Patient Services Representative
  • Optician

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources
Horizon Eye Care
9701 Ventnor Avenue, Suite 201
Margate, NJ 08402
Fax: (609) 822-3211

Horizon Eye Care is an equal opportunity employer.

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