News & Media
At Pendleton Eye Center, caring for our patients goes beyond providing exceptional eye care — it extends to supporting the communities we serve. This holiday season, we’re proud to host a food drive to help families in need across the greater San Diego area. From now through December 19th, all Pendleton Eye Center location are […]
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Patient Education
The end of the year is the perfect time to think about your health—and that includes your eyes. If you have money sitting in your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), now is the time to put it to good use. FSAs allow you to pay for eligible medical and vision care expenses tax-free, but unused funds […]
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Retina
The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and celebration—but for those living with diabetes, it’s also a time when managing your health becomes even more important. Between festive meals, travel, and changes to your daily routine, your blood sugar levels can fluctuate more than usual. These shifts can have a direct impact on […]
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Patient Education
At Pendleton Eye Center, we believe that community involvement begins with professional excellence. Our physicians and optometrists actively participate in local, national, and international medical organizations that drive innovation, education, and leadership in eye care. Through collaboration and outreach, we strengthen both our profession and the communities we serve across San Diego County and Southern […]
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Cornea
Clear vision starts with a healthy cornea—the transparent front part of the eye that helps focus light and shapes how we see the world. But for patients with keratoconus, the cornea becomes weak and irregularly shaped, leading to blurred and distorted vision that worsens over time. This progressive eye condition often develops in young adults […]
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News & Media
Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. Recent updates from insurance carriers indicate that certain Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued in select markets for 2026. This is a nationwide Medicare Advantage change that may affect how your overall health coverage is administered next year — not just your eye care […]
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Oculoplastics
As we age, the delicate skin around our eyes can begin to sag, creating a heavy or droopy appearance. In some cases, this excess skin even folds over the lashes and obstructs vision. At Pendleton Eye Center, Dr. Nicole Topilow specializes in blepharoplasty, a procedure designed to address these concerns and restore both function and appearance to the eyelids. Understanding […]
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Cataracts, Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry Eye, Eye Health, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Patient Education
Reaching your 40s is an exciting milestone, but it can also bring noticeable changes in your eyesight. Even if you’ve had perfect vision your whole life, natural aging can affect how your eyes focus, adjust to light, or feel throughout the day. For residents in North County and Oceanside, staying proactive about eye health is […]
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Dry Eye
As summer fades into September here in North County and Oceanside, the weather shifts bring more than cooler evenings and breezy afternoons. Seasonal transitions often trigger Dry Eye Syndrome, especially as dry winds and fluctuating humidity levels settle in. For many, this means increased eye irritation, redness, and discomfort just as the fall season begins. […]
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Eye Health, Optical Shop, Patient Education
Have you been delaying your eye check-up? If so, August is the ideal time to schedule your eye exam—especially if you live in Oceanside or nearby communities. Eye health is essential for your overall well-being, and early detection of conditions like glaucoma can prevent vision loss. Whether you need a routine exam, treatment for eye […]
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