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Mark Morel
Dr. Mark Morel is an ophthalmologist practicing in Marietta, GA. Dr. Morel specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Morel can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Morel can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Mark Morel
- Marietta, GA
- Northwestern University
- Accepting new patients
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What is the treatment for myopia in a child?
The treatment depends on the degree of myopia and the age of your child. I recommend having an evaluation with a pediatric ophthalmologist for an exam. Mark
Can I drive 3 days after LASIK?
Usually your vision will be clear enough to drive 3 days after your LASIK procedure. You should discuss your restrictions with your LASIK surgeon at your follow up appointments. READ MORE
Usually your vision will be clear enough to drive 3 days after your LASIK procedure. You should discuss your restrictions with your LASIK surgeon at your follow up appointments. Mark
How can I lower my eye pressure?
It depends on the cause of your elevated eye pressure. You should follow up with an ophthalmologist for an eye exam to discuss further options, these can often include eye drops, READ MORE
It depends on the cause of your elevated eye pressure. You should follow up with an ophthalmologist for an eye exam to discuss further options, these can often include eye drops, laser procedures, and sometimes surgical procedures. Mark
How to fix blurred vision after LASIK?
It is normal to have blurred vision immediately after your LASIK procedure. I would consult with your surgeon to make sure you are healing properly after surgery. Mark
Does myopia get worse without glasses?
Not necessarily. It can fluctuate throughout your life, sometimes worsening and other times staying relatively stable. Mark
How long should I rest after LASIK?
You should discuss your activity restrictions with your LASIK surgeon as different providers will have different preferences. Mark
Can salt water help an eye infection?
I would not recommend salt water for an eye infection. I recommend evaluation with an eye doctor to allow for further evaluation and treatment recommendations. Mark
When can I swim after laser eye surgery?
It depends on the type of surgery that you have done. Usually I recommend waiting to submerge the eyes underwater for 1 month after refractive surgery. Your surgeon will give you READ MORE
It depends on the type of surgery that you have done. Usually I recommend waiting to submerge the eyes underwater for 1 month after refractive surgery. Your surgeon will give you recommendations with this during your consultation. Mark
How long should I use eye drops after laser surgery?
Different surgeons will have different drop regimens for refractive surgery. Usually LASIK requires 1 week of post op drops, and PRK often requires 1 month of drops. Mark
Can PRK fix myopia?
Yes PRK can treat myopia depending on if you qualify for the procedure. I would recommend seeing an Ophthalmologist that specializes in refractive surgery to determine if your READ MORE
Yes PRK can treat myopia depending on if you qualify for the procedure. I would recommend seeing an Ophthalmologist that specializes in refractive surgery to determine if your eyes would be appropriate for PRK. Mark
When can I drive after PRK?
It can vary from patient to patient. Usually within 1 week depending on how quickly your eye is healing after your procedure. Your surgeon will give you post-op instructions after READ MORE
It can vary from patient to patient. Usually within 1 week depending on how quickly your eye is healing after your procedure. Your surgeon will give you post-op instructions after your procedure with regards to driving. Mark
Does laser surgery completely cure myopia?
Yes, in many cases laser refractive surgery can correct myopia. But there are circumstances where patients would not qualify for surgery. I would recommend a refractive evaluation READ MORE
Yes, in many cases laser refractive surgery can correct myopia. But there are circumstances where patients would not qualify for surgery. I would recommend a refractive evaluation with an ophthalmologist to determine if you would be an appropriate candidate for laser refractive surgery. Mark
Which surgery is best for myopia?
For myopia, often refractive surgery is a great option for improving vision. I would recommend evaluation with an optometrist or ophthalmologist to determine if you would be a READ MORE
For myopia, often refractive surgery is a great option for improving vision. I would recommend evaluation with an optometrist or ophthalmologist to determine if you would be a good candidate for refractive surgery. Thanks! Mark
