- ArthritisDry Eye Syndrome is more common in women than in men and increases in incidence with age. It can be particularly bothersome in patients with autoimmune disorders – for example rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. It is also common in people with inflammation of eyelids known as blepharitis.
- Emergency CareKeep in mind that there are other serious eye conditions that can cause eye redness. Typically, these conditions will also cause pain and blurred vision. If you experience these symptoms, seek urgent care.
- GlaucomaKoby Karp Doctors Eye Institute specializes in Glaucoma treatment. Whether you are experiencing Glaucoma symptoms or getting information for a relative or a friend, we have provided a great deal of information here to answer some of your questions.
- OphthalmologyThe award is based on the results of a survey of local Louisville area doctors. To rate the physicians, Louisville Magazine arranged for questionnaires to be mailed to the 2,000-plus members of the Greater Louisville Medical Society. The survey asked: “If you or a member of your family were in need of medical care or treatment, who among the Louisville area doctors would you choose to provide medical care in the following specialties?” Specialties included the Ophthalmology category for which Dr. Hoffman was voted one of the Louisville Area’s “Top Docs”!
- Macular DegenerationKoby Karp Doctors Eye Institute specializes in the treatment of Macular Degeneration. Whether you are experiencing symptoms or getting information for a relative or a friend, we have provided a great deal of information here to answer some of your questions.
- Laser Eye SurgeryLASIK eye surgery helps bring your vision back to 20/20, so you don’t have to wear glasses or contacts. Let the experienced eye surgeons at Koby Karp Doctors Eye Institute perform the procedure on you.
- CataractsAdults over 40 may start experiencing cloudy vision caused by cataracts. When they develop, you’ll end up with blurry vision and sensitivity to light. The worst thing is, unlike other eye problems such as farsightedness or nearsightedness, there is no way to cure cataracts once they’ve formed—apart from surgery.
- Cataract SurgeryKoby Karp Doctors Eye Institute provides professional cataract surgery in Louisville, KY, restoring patients’ eye health and improving their quality of life.
- Eye ExamJoin our Kids Club and receive a really cool Kids Club T-shirt and sunglasses. It’s for kids aged 2 – 12 and there’s no purchase necessary. You can also schedule an appointment for a Comprehensive Kids Eye Exam at our front desk or by calling (502) 897-1604.
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetic retinopathy is damage to the eye’s retina that occurs from complications of long term diabetes resulting in damage to the blood vessels of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.
- UltrasoundNext, the surgeon makes a circular hole in the “bag” that holds your eye’s lens and removes it. An ultrasound machine will then break up the lens with cataracts.
- Allergies