Eye & Vision
Eye and vision care (ophthalmology) diagnoses and treats disorders of the eye — including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease, corneal conditions and refractive errors. Treatment ranges from glasses, eye drops and medication to cataract surgery, retinal procedures, glaucoma management and corneal procedures, using precise diagnostic and surgical technology.
Medically reviewed by the Florence Healthcare medical team · Last reviewed June 2026
Overview
Vision is one of our most valued senses, and many eye conditions are silent in their early stages — glaucoma, for example, can cause irreversible damage before symptoms appear. Regular eye examination is therefore central to protecting sight, alongside prompt treatment of conditions such as cataracts and retinal disease.
Modern ophthalmology offers highly effective, often quick procedures. Cataract surgery, which replaces a clouded lens with a clear artificial one, is among the most commonly performed operations in the world and usually restores vision rapidly. Retinal, glaucoma and corneal care are planned according to diagnosis and eye health.
Because many eye procedures are day-case treatments, they can fit efficiently into an international patient's visit. A review of eye reports beforehand confirms candidacy and clarifies what the procedure and recovery will involve.
Common conditions we treat
Refractive errors
Short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism, assessed with a full eye examination and managed according to suitability.
Corneal disease
Conditions affecting the eye's clear front surface, which may need medication, laser treatment or corneal transplant.
Symptoms
- Blurred, cloudy or dimmed vision
- Gradual or sudden loss of vision
- Difficulty seeing at night or increased glare
- Eye pain, redness or persistent irritation
- Floaters, flashes of light or a shadow across vision
- Double vision
- A reduction in side (peripheral) vision
- Frequent changes in glasses prescription
When to seek care
Seek emergency eye care for sudden vision loss, a sudden increase in floaters or flashes, a curtain or shadow across your vision, or severe eye pain with redness — these can signal retinal detachment or acute glaucoma.
How we diagnose
- Comprehensive eye examination and visual acuity test
- Intraocular pressure measurement (tonometry)
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Dilated retinal examination
- Visual field testing
- Corneal topography for refractive assessment
How we treat it
Treatment is tailored to your diagnosis. Explore the procedures we offer for this area:
Where you'll be treated
Care for this area is led by our Eye Diseases & Laser Center.
Learn more
Plain-language, provider-reviewed articles on tests, procedures and symptoms in our Health Library.
Eye & Vision — frequently asked questions
Cataract surgery is one of the most common and successful operations performed worldwide. It is usually a short, day-case procedure under local anesthesia, and many patients notice improved vision within a day or two, with full recovery over a few weeks.
Yes. Suitability for any eye procedure depends on factors such as your diagnosis, prescription, corneal thickness, eye health and age. A detailed assessment helps your specialist choose the safest and most appropriate treatment options.
Glaucoma cannot usually be cured, but it can be controlled. Treatment with eye drops, laser or surgery lowers eye pressure to slow or halt further optic nerve damage. Because early glaucoma has no symptoms, regular eye checks are essential to detect and treat it before vision is lost.
Diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in the retina (diabetic retinopathy), which is a leading cause of vision loss. Good control of blood sugar and blood pressure, together with regular eye screening, helps prevent or limit damage, and treatments such as laser and injections can preserve sight.
Occasional floaters are common, but a sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light or a shadow across your vision can signal a retinal tear or detachment. This is an emergency — seek eye care urgently, as prompt treatment can save vision.
Yes. By sharing your eye reports and scans, specialists can provide an independent opinion remotely and confirm candidacy for procedures such as cataract or laser surgery before you decide to travel.
Concerned about eye & vision?
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