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November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, making it the perfect time for us to share some information and tips to help those with diabetes maintain their eye health and vision. What is Diabetic Eye Disease? Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye problems that people with diabetes may face as a complication ofRead More

A member of the Black Hills Regional Eye Institute family since January 2021, Dr. Cory Bergman, MD, is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract, glaucoma and reconstructive surgery. In addition to his extensive experience and use of the latest technology, Dr. Bergman also ensures patients are informed about their options every step of theRead More

Did you know that glaucoma affects over 60 million people worldwide and is the leading cause of irreversible blindness? With January being Glaucoma Awareness Month, it is the perfect time to raise awareness about this condition and the importance of regular eye examinations in detecting glaucoma in the early stages. What is glaucoma? Referred toRead More

What is Glaucoma Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions in which increased fluid pressure inside the eye causes irreversible damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is responsible for carrying visual information from the eye to the brain. If left untreated, it will eventually lead to blindness. There are several different typesRead More

Glaucoma Insights Did you know that Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness? We would like to share some important information regarding this disease that affects more than 3 million people in the United States. Glaucoma is a condition where the optic nerve that connects the eye to the brain is damaged. Usually thisRead More

Throughout the ages, glaucoma has become known as the “silent thief of sight.” Indeed, when not managed properly, glaucoma can rob a person of his or her precious vision, a fate that no one should ever have to endure. Fortunately, while there is still no cure for glaucoma, technology has evolved to the point thatRead More