OFM_Profile_Magruder_Eye_Insititute_0824 - edit_Profile 7 / 15 / 24 4 : 30 PM Page 1 PROMOTION B U S I N E S S S P O T L I G H T effective treatments for cataracts , like the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens , the first and only intraocular lens that can be customized after cataract surgery . Furthermore , the team is also well - versed in myopia control , or the inno - vative use of contact lenses or eye drops that completely correct near - sighted vision . Dr . Lehr says it’s a particularly exciting time in the ophthalmic field of medicine with so many medical advancements in eye care . However , he admits Magruder Eye Institute is led by a team of distinguished doctors providing exceptional care at state - of - the - art facilities that integrate the latest technologies . It’s no wonder why Magruder Eye Institute has stood the test of time and continues to achieve such a high standing . With major diseases like macular degenera - tion , cataracts , diabetic retinopathy and glau - coma so prevalent in our population , early diag - nosis and timely treatment is vital according to Dr . Lehr , who has also spent the past 25 years treating newborns for retinopathy of prematu - rity at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Children and Babies . “ Annual eye exams are a must for all chil - dren and adults , ” he says . “ People living with diabetes need regular eye exams because the dis - ease threatens eyesight if left undetected and untreated . ” As part of its continuous efforts to better serve the community , Magruder Eye Institute recently completed a significant renovation of its 46,000 - square - foot headquarters in Orlando A Clear Vision that included several technological improve - cataract surgery , diabetic retinopathy , glaucoma ments to help the practice stay on the cutting management and treatment , corneal surgery , edge . The Magruder Eye staff is eager to Magruder Eye Institute macular degeneration and dry eyes . And this fall , increase its presence in the local community the practice will extends its capabilities by offering through various partnerships with local research has a 50 - year legacy patients LASIK , refractive lens exchange and companies and nonprofit organizations . In implantable collamer lens surgical procedures . addition to participating in various civic events of bringing state - of - “ Because we have a team of 15 ophthalmol - like health and wellness expos , 5Ks and family ogists and optometrists , we really have someone nights , the practice is looking at aligning itself the - art eye care to for everyone . We are a one - stop shop from gen - with groups like Lighthouse Central Florida , eral exams to intense surgeries for a patient’s Central Florida Society of Optometric Central Florida . care , ” says Dr . John T . Lehr . Physicians and Southeastern Guide Dogs to by PETER PROKO Like with other areas of medicine , the field help further make an impact . of eye care is constantly evolving . That’s a big The eye care group will keep its three full - ince opening its doors more than five reason why the physicians at Magruder Eye service , satellite vision centers in Lake Nona , decades ago , Magruder Eye Institute has Institute are committed to staying ahead of the Wekiva and Kissimmee . steadily built a stellar reputation as a curve and are constantly monitoring and As the practice looks toward the future , Dr . Sprovider of world - class eye care in Central assessing the most innovative treatment and Lehr says the foundation will always be a Florida . In fact , the practice’s highly impressive technology solutions available . That level of patient - first approach that prioritizes health and team of physicians treats roughly 100,000 enhanced care is clearly evi - wellness . patients each year at its six state - of - the - art facili - dent to patients , which is ties conveniently located throughout the region . why more than 90 % of Of course , that type of longevity doesn’t them return to the practice Magruder Eye Institue happen by accident . Instead , it’s part of the for the lifetime of their Multiple locations | ( 407 ) 893 - 8200 driving philosophy at Magruder Eye Institute , vision care needs . MagruderEye.com where patient wellness and satisfaction have Currently , Magruder Facebook:MagruderEyeInstitute always been the highest priority . The top - rated Eye Institute is using the doctors on staff specialize in areas such as laser newest , safest and most Dr . John T . Lehr Instagram:Magruder_Eye_Institute ORLANDOFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM august 2024 ORLANDO FAMILY 31