General Practitioners

• Arthritis
  Medical conditions: Some medical conditions predispose those to dry eye syndrome including diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid-related issues. Blepharitis is also a contributing factor to dry eyes.
• Primary Care
  Following graduation, Dr. Woldt pursued advanced training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami. This Ocular Disease Residency focused on treatment and management of ocular disease with emphasis on retina, cornea/anterior segment, glaucoma, neurologic disorders, and primary care. Dr. Woldt practiced at a clinic and surgery center in South Dakota for 7 years before relocating to Green Bay.  He also served as Chairman of the Education Committee for the South Dakota Optometric Society during that time.
• Smoking Cessation
  The only proven treatment for glaucoma consists of reducing pressure in the eye with drops, laser treatments or surgery. Although not proven to have an impact on glaucoma, adopting a healthy diet and exercise regimen along with smoking cessation will improve your overall health and may have an impact on your long-term treatment.
• Infectious Diseases
  He has a special interest and is fellowship trained in diseases of the cornea including dry eye, blepharitis, ocular allergies, corneal dystrophies, trauma, infectious diseases of the eye and autoimmune diseases of the eye.  He has published multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals and has authored textbook chapters on refractive surgery, corneal surgery and infectious diseases of the eye.

Ophthalmologists

• Glaucoma
  As one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, glaucoma is a serious condition usually treated with eyedrops, laser, surgery, or a combination of all three.  Outlined below are some of the surgical techniques that Dr. Kurt Schwiesow, a fellowship trained glaucoma specialist, uses to treat glaucoma.
• Ophthalmology
  Recent developments in ophthalmology allow doctors to treat many patients with early-stage AMD with the help of lasers and medication.
• Macular Degeneration
  The macula is a part of the retina in the back of the eye that ensures that our central vision is clear and sharp. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) occurs when the arteries that nourish the retina harden. Deprived of nutrients, the retinal tissues begin to weaken and die, causing vision loss. Patients may experience anything from a blurry, gray or distorted area to a blind spot in the center of vision.
• Laser Eye Surgery
  LASIK improves vision safely and precisely by reshaping the cornea to correct nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. Vision improves within minutes, and most patients eventually enjoy 20/20 vision or better after treatment.
• Cataracts
  Once a cataract is removed and replaced with a lens implant, it cannot grow back.  Some patients may develop a clouded membrane just behind their lens implant during the months or years after surgery.  This is called posterior capsule opacification, and is easily addressed using a short outpatient laser treatment.
• Cataract Surgery
  Please watch this patient video for important information regarding cataract surgery at Tower Clock Eye Center. To view in full screen mode, click play and then the box in the lower right hand corner of the video.
• Eye Exam
  A refraction (glasses check) may be necessary during your medical eye exam. Medical insurance does not cover refraction.

Internists

• Internal Medicine

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Thyroid
• Diabetic Retinopathy

Surgeons

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
  Dr. Schwiesow was the first glaucoma specialist in Wisconsin to offer patients the Trabectome procedure, a minimally invasive surgery for glaucoma. He has extensive experience with all medical and surgical treatment options for glaucoma. He has published multiple articles in peer reviewed journals and been a featured speaker at continuing educational events for other eye doctors.

Plastic Surgeons

• Eyelid Surgery
  Non-surgical treatments for dry eye include blinking exercises, increasing humidity at home or work, and use of artificial tears or moisturizing ointment. If these methods fail, small punctal plugs may be inserted in the corners of the eyes to limit tear drainage, or the drainage tubes in the eyes may be surgically closed. Eyelid surgery is also a solution if an eyelid condition is causing your dry eyes.
• Blepharoplasty
  Dr. Kunal S. Patel, M.D., specializes in cataract surgery and enjoys a wide range of ophthalmology practice including treatment of complications of diabetes and macular degeneration, using injectable medications. Dr. Patel also performs blepharoplasty and other eyelid surgeries to

Dermatologists

• Acne Treatment

Allergists

• Allergies