Lawrence M. Jacobson, MD
Ophthalmologist
40 Park Ave. #4 New York NY, 10016About
Dr. Lawrence Jacobson is an ophthalmologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Jacobson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Jacobson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Jacobson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
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How can I lower my eye pressure?
The best way is currently eye drops that are working with cannabis extract to achieve the same effect. READ MORE
Can PRK fix astigmatism?
Yes. READ MORE
What drops do you get after LASIK surgery?
An antibiotic and steroid. READ MORE
Will I need eye drops after LASIK surgery?
Yes. READ MORE
Which eye surgery is best for astigmatism?
Depends what n your age lasik or cataract surgery could both work. READ MORE
Is astigmatism serious?
Hello no it is not serious in most cases it is mild It is a description of the shape of your cornea. Treatment is glasses and or contacts. READ MORE
Are reading glasses for everyday use?
See an ophthalmologist or optometrist. READ MORE
How can I find out my eye prescription?
Call your doctor and ask them for a copy or go the an eye exam. READ MORE
How long do I have to put drops in my eyes after cataract surgery?
4-6 weeks usually. READ MORE
Is it normal for eyes to hurt with glasses?
If you have a prescription that is to sting or a lot of astigmatism you can feel discomfort or dizzy. READ MORE
Will conjunctivitis go away by itself?
If it is viral usually there are some bacteria that get better with out treatment and some strains can cause problems and need treatment. READ MORE
How do you prevent astigmatism from getting worse?
Nothing to do infections trauma or pregnancy may change your astigmatism. READ MORE
How can I improve my vision with cataracts?
Yes with cataract surgery. READ MORE
How can I improve my night vision after Lasik?
After lasik there is not much you can do the pupils expand beyond the new optical zone creating glare. READ MORE
Why is my vision still blurry after getting new contacts?
You May have dry eyes. Would try some Systaine drops or change to daily use lenses. READ MORE
Eye question
I need to see the visual fields binasal is unusual. Usually hav a bi temploral loss is a pituitary neoplasm. In which case you should get a cat scan. Send me a copy of the visual field Sent from my iPhone. Dr. LMJ READ MORE
Can eye exercises reduce myopia?
No. READ MORE
What is wrong with my eye lid?
How old are you and od you where contact lenses. This is mos likely a loosening of if tendons of the upper lid. Oxymetazoline often helps it temporarily lift the eyelid. Otherwise eventually surgery would be curative Sent from my iPhone. Dr. LMJ READ MORE
Can laser eye surgery cure short-sightedness?
Yes it can correct the myopia or short sighted vision Sent from my iPhone. Dr. LMJ READ MORE
Does a child with melanosis occuli have a higher chance of getting melanoma?
It depends on the exact location and extent. It should be monitored Get Outlook for iOS
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