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Everyone wants to look great on New Year’s Eve. A little extra eyeliner and mascara can go a long way-but-if you are not careful you can easily harm your eyes and your vision. Don’t start your new year off in the emergency room or the Ophthalmology office. Your friends at New England Eye Center wish… Read More

Have you hit that unmistakable age that marks a turning point in your up-close vision? Yes, I am talking about the dreaded readers. If so, how long have you been waiting for an alternative to get rid of your reading glasses? Probably since that exact moment when your arms became too short and holding the… Read More

October 13, 2016 was “World Sight Day.” It was a reminder for all of us to take care of our precious eyes. Many people believe an eye exam is for someone who needs glasses. Some people only go to the eye doctor when they have an eye infection. But, the fact is, as we age,… Read More

Dry Eye, My Eyes Cry You might think it strange to be diagnosed with “dry eye” when your eyes water all the time, but watery eyes can be a symptom of chronic dry eye. Other symptoms could include: Stinging Irritation Burning Redness Blurry vision Feeling like something is in your eye And the list continues!… Read More

If you have been thinking about LASIK vision correction but have been told you are not a candidate, the Visian ICL™ may be an option for you! The Visian Implantable Collamer Lens: Treats moderate to high degrees of nearsightedness Does not induce dry eye syndrome Reports excellent night vision Offers Ultra Violet protection that is… Read More

“Since having PRK my world has literally come into focus. I cannot believe it has already been a year since Dr. Wu and the rest of the team at NEEC performed the painless procedure.” Not needing my glasses or contacts has enabled me to travel and work worry-free. As a stonemason, I work in a… Read More

Let’s talk about vaccines. These are not just for kids anymore! People of all ages now have access to shots that will protect them from serious diseases. We encourage you, your family and friends to learn more about vaccines that are currently available in Boston. Speak to your primary care physician to see what vaccines… Read More

There is no better way to spend the summer than to be free of the dependence of contact lenses or glasses! Have LASIK with Dr. Helen Wu before September 30, 2016 at New England Eye Center in Boston and enjoy your “renewed” vision in combination with some designer sunglasses valued at $350.00! Protect your eyes… Read More

Read what Brian Blaquiere had to say about his Visian ICL surgery with Helen Wu, MD! “In my last blog post, I was getting ready for my corrective lens surgery. Now it has been one week since I had the Visian ICL lens was placed in my left eye and I wouldn’t have believed the… Read More

“This past school vacation I took the family to Florida to visit my parents. I look forward to this trip every year because it is a very low key trip which consists mostly of mornings at the beach and afternoons at the pool. The one thing my kids and I love to do is to… Read More