Optometry clinic
Welcome to our eye care center!
The Floating Hospital has a brand new eye care center right in our clinic in Long Island City. We’re here to help you and your family see better and stay healthy.
Why get your eyes checked?
Catch problems early: Some eye problems don’t show signs right away. Regular check-ups can find them before they get worse.
Stay healthy: Did you know? A checkup can tell if you have other health problems, like diabetes.
Learn and play better: For kids, clear sight helps in school, sports, and just having fun.
Enjoy life! Seeing clearly lets us read, watch movies and videos, and fully enjoy the world around us.
What happens during an eye checkup at The Floating Hospital
Talk about your health: We’ll chat about any problems, medicines, or if anyone in your family has has eye issues.
Test your vision: Using charts, we’ll see if you need glasses.
Check how your eyes move: We’ll make sure both eyes are working together.
Quick eye pressure test: This helps find a problem called glaucoma. Glaucoma can lead to vision loss if untreated.
A look inside your eye: This can tell if the back of your eye is healthy
Prescription for corrective lenses: If you need glasses, we’ll recommend the right glasses or lenses for you.
Common eye problems
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What it is: Things look fuzzy or unclear
Types: You can be can be nearsighted (can’t see far away) or farsighted (can’t see up close). Some people’s eyes have a curve shape, which can make things look wavy or distorted.
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What it is: Pressure buildup inside your eye
Why it’s a problem: Too much pressure can damage your eye’s nerve and cause vision loss.
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What it is: The clear part of your eye becomes cloudy
Why it’s a problem: It’s like trying to see through a foggy window. Over time, your vision can get blurrier.
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What it is: The middle part of your eye’s backside gets weak or damaged
Why it’s a problem: The middle part of your eye helps you see details and colors. If it is damaged, you might have a dark or blank spot in the center of your vision.
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What it is: The white part of your eye turns pink and feels irritated
Why it’s a problem: It can be itchy and make your eyes watery or sticky. Conjunctivitis is contagious, easily spread to others.
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What it is: High sugar level in the blood can hurt the blood vessels in the eyes
Why it’s a problem: Over time, this can lead to vision loss. If you or someone in your family has diabetes, it’s important to have regular eye check-ups
Glasses and lenses
A wide variety of eyeglass frames suitable for all ages
High-quality lenses, including single vision, bifocal, trifocal and progressive options