Several ophthalmological research studies have identified different factors that predispose to AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). This degenerative disease of the central area of the retina, the macula, is the most frequent cause of irreversible and severe vision loss in patients over 60 years of age in developed countries, which is why it is the most…
On Monday, May 25, Omiq returns to its assistance activity. Following the recommendations of the “Departament de Salut” of the Generalitat de Catalunya and the Col-legi d’Oficial d’Òptics Optometristes de Catalunya, we reactivate our service. The agendas are open to visit our patients following the conditions established by the Order SND/388/2020 published in the BOE…
In this post we talk about the influence of sports on visual health. From an ophthalmological point of view, physical exercise is a highly recommended practice due to its benefits for visual health. Sport, however, can also entail certain risks for the eyesight. Here are some tips to prevent and avoid certain pathologies that can…
In this post we offer advice on how to protect and care for your eyes in times of coronavirus. It has been almost two months since the first cases of COVID-19 were diagnosed in our country. Since then, health professionals have been learning about and assessing the impact of this virus on the different aspects…
Pollen, dust mites in the air, the first trips outdoors… spring is a time for allergies to flare up, especially those whose symptoms affect the eyesight. In this post we will give you some tips for your spring eye care. Itching, excessive tearing, red eyes, discharge, swelling or edema of the eyelids are some of…
Vallès Oftalmologia Recerca (VOR), Clinical Research Unit of the OMIQ Institute of Medical and Surgical Ophthalmology, is carrying out a comparative study of different multifocal intraocular lenses , already on the market. Its objective is to learn more about their characteristics and which types of patients benefit the most from them. The program on multifocal…
Following a diet rich in vitamins is always advisable to strengthen our health. The main source of supply of vitamins to the human body is the food we eat. In particular, among the foods that are beneficial for eyesight are those that contain vitamins A, C, D or E. The latter can be found in…
The Dr. Laura SararolsOmiq’s researcher and retina specialist, has participated in Visionart 2020. The symposium on innovation in the diagnosis and treatment of macular pathology, organized by Novartis, was held this week in Madrid. Dr. Sararols focused his presentation on the anatomy of visual loss associated with AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). The intervention was part…
OMIQ is always committed to training in order to continue improving the quality of its ophthalmological patient care. Omiq optometrists Sergi Ruiz and Meritxell Vázquez went to Madrid on January 17 to participate in a practical course for users of the Spectralis imaging platform. Organized by the Spanish Macula Club and the Fundación Ver Salud,…
Omiq launches a Christmas campaign for refractive surgery with Femtolasik this Christmas. Thanks to this promotion, the price of the femtosecond eye laser operation is 995€ per eye. Contact us and we will inform you of all the details. Call 626955388 or do it through our website. The first visit is free of charge, since…
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