Kim M. Kron, OD, Marysville Vision Source

Marysville Vision Source

Services provided at our office include:

CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY

Optomap Retinal Imaging

Marysville Vision Source has incorporated advanced scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) technology which uses low-powered red and green laser beams to capture an image of virtually the entire retina. The Optomap provides a permanent digital record of an individuals eye health and also provides our doctors with an ultra-widefield view of the retina without having to use dilation drops. The exam provides valuable practice and patient benefits by saving time and minimizing patient discomfort as well as providing permanent photo-documentation for recording keeping purposes and telemedicine.

CORNEAL REFRACTIVE THERAPY

What is Paragon CRT?

Paragon CRT is a specially designed oxygen permeable therapeutic contact lens used in Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT).

What is CRT?

Corneal Refractive Therapy is a technologically advanced, non-invasive, non-surgical process, which reshapes the cornea while you sleep. You remove the lenses when you awake and are able to go throughout the day without any other correction.

Is Paragon CRT new?

While, contact lens corneal reshaping is not a new concept, Paragon CRT is the one corneal reshaping modality with proven safety and efficacy and the first to earn FDA approval for nighttime Corneal Refractive Therapy.
If you are skeptical about the long term effects of LASIK refractive surgery consider Paragon CRT as a safe effective alternative. For more information click to visit Paragon's website: Paragon CRT

LASIK

It is an acronym for laser in situ keratomileusis, which means to reshape the cornea without disturbing the adjoining tissue. Translation of these Greek words: in situ means "in the natural or normal place," kerato means "cornea," and mileusis means "to shape."

Surgeons use a tiny high-precision instrument called a microkeratome to separate the layers of corneal tissue and create a thin flap on the surface of the eye. This flap is folded back and the excimer laser is guided to gently reshape the underlying tissue. The corneal flap is replaced leaving the eye almost untouched. The cornea's new shape is what improves vision. The quality of the corneal flap is crucial to minimizing complications and achieving excellent results. Many surgeons recognize that creating an exceptional high quality flap is 80% of the procedure's success. For more information about LASIK click here to visit: Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute, one of our co-management partners for LASIK.

SPECIALTY CONTACT LENSES

Focus Night and Day Lenses

In the blink of an eye your world can change. Introducing NIGHT & DAY, the contact lenses that can be worn safely for up to 30 nights and days continuously. Now you can see when you go to bed, when you wake up and every moment in between. A revolutionary new material allows your eyes to breath even while sleeping. Finally, you can have up to 30 nights and days of safe, continuous vision. Come in for a complimentary trial pair Focus NIGHT & DAY lenses. The ultimate contact lens for eye health, comfort and convenience

DRY EYE TREATMENT
Dry, Red, Itchy, Burning, Watery or Sensitive Eyes?

If there are not enough lubricating tears on the surface of your eyes, you may experience dry eye symptoms such as dry, red, itchy, burning or watery eyes, irritation and pain. Tear related problems are the most common medical reason people visit eye doctors.

Herrick Lacrimal Plugs

Herrick Plugs are small, non-dissolvable lacrimal plugs which may provide long term relief from dry eye symptoms. Our doctors can insert these plugs in a matter of seconds during an office visit. After placement, the plugs cannot be seen, won't rub out or scratch your cornea, usually are not felt, and are removable. Why suffer any longer? Worldwide, more than one million people have been treated with dissolvable and non-dissolvable lacrimal or punctum plugs. Join the growing number of people who have chosen lacrimal occlusion to overcome their dry eye symptoms.

Our Vision: Healthy Eyes

Our Goal: Healthy Vision

Our Mission: You!

20/20 EYECARE PROGRAM
Attention Business Owners and Managers

As a small business owner, I share your concern with the increasing and ever changing environment of health care in Washington State. Like you, I know how these conditions impact our employee benefit packages, and how they influence our ability to attract and retain good employees.

At Marysville Vision Source, we have developed a simple plan that addresses these issues without affecting your own benefit costs. We are proud to offer our Marysville Vision Source 20/20 Eye Care Program* to you and your employees. You may use this program as your first or second eye health plan, as most employees need more than one pair of eyewear for the health and protection of their eyes.

The plan includes:

A 20% reduction in usual fees related to vision care.

A 20% reduction in the usual cost of frames, lenses, and special features.

A 20% reduction in the cost of all contact lenses except disposables, which are 10%.

The 20/20 Eye Care Program is a key component in Marysville Vision Source's efforts to bring progressive, affordable, and high-quality vision care to the public.

Managing your employees' health care can be costly and confusing. With the 20/20 program from Marysville Vision Source, your eye care needs will be provided -- quickly, efficiently, and economically. We hope you and your employees will take advantage of this unique opportunity.

All of your employees and their family members are eligible to participate. We do ask that you provide our Clinic with the number of welcome letters needed for your company. Employees and their families will be officially registered into the program as they make appointments with our Clinic.

We look forward to "seeing" you soon.

EYE DISEASES: Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetes

Cataracts:

The natural lens in the eye gradually becomes less clear as we get older. When opacities develop in the lens and the lens gets too hazy, vision will be impaired. Our office can diagnose and manage cataract care. When the cataract affects the vision to the extent that you cannot read or see distant objects comfortably, we will recommend cataract surgery. Our office co-manages with cataract specialists that are proven experts in cataract surgery. Cataract surgery can provide you with a bright new world of vision.

Glaucoma:

Glaucoma gradually destroys the optic nerve tissue in the back of the eye. The greatest danger of glaucoma stems from the fact that the disease is painless and without obvious symptoms until significant damage has occurred. The most common cause is from pressure being too high inside the eye, but vascular disease and other diseases can also cause glaucoma. We always monitor for glaucoma during routine eye examinations. Tests include checking the pressure of the eye, screening for peripheral vision defects and analyzing the appearance of the optic nerve. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, we typically prescribe medications that lower the eye pressure. Most forms of glaucoma are successfully treated with eye drops. Laser treatments and eye surgery are secondary treatments that offer alternative ways to treat more advanced glaucoma.

Diabetes:

Diabetic patients should have a dilated retinal examination each year. Laser treatments have proven to slow the progression of retinal eye disease for many patients. Diabetes often stimulates the growth of new blood vessels in the back of the eye, which ultimately leak and damage the retina. If this condition is discovered early, laser treatment can destroy these vessels. We have the latest instruments used to detect changes in the back of the eye. If we discover advancing diabetic eye disease that can be treated or needs further evaluation, we will refer you for consultation and further testing to a board certified retinal specialist.

LOW VISION SERVICES

People who have lost eyesight due to injuries or eye disease need special types of products to help them function as independently as possible. We offer a full range of these products through our office. Our paraoptometric staff is trained to demonstrate the use of some of these devices. They range all the way from a simple hand magnifier to a closed circuit TV system.

In addition, we can direct those who have low vision problems to products that will help them carry on the day-to-day tasks that they need to perform.

TYPES OF PAYMENTS ACCEPTED/INSURANCE PLANS

We accept cash, debit cards, MasterCard, and Visa. We participate with VSP, Medicare, and Medicaid. Our practice works with several Insurance Companies. Please call for information and benefits.