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Dr. Emilie Seitz Named 2026 Young OD Theia Award Recipient

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in News, Uncategorized

Midwest Eye Center (MWEC) proudly recognizes Dr. Emilie Seitz, OD, FAAO as the recipient of the 2026 Women in Optometry Young OD Theia Award. The annual Theia Awards celebrate women making significant contributions to the optometric profession. Now in their 11th year, the awards recognize achievement across several areas of optometry, with more than 100 nominations submitted for the… Read More

Welcome, Dr. Shreya Parekh!

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in News

MidWest Eye Center is pleased to welcome optometrist Dr. Shreya Parekh to our team of dedicated eye care providers. Dr. Parekh specializes in ocular disease management, dry eye treatment, pediatric eye care and post-operative surgical co-management. Dr. Parekh is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while helping patients protect and preserve their vision through comprehensive… Read More

Dr. Stephen Kondash Departure Letter

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in News

Dear Valued Patient: After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from the practice of ophthalmology. Effective Oct. 1, 2026, I will no longer be practicing at MidWest Eye Center. Since joining the practice in 1991, it has been my privilege to care for patients and families throughout the Cincinnati community for the… Read More

Welcome, Dr. Alec Bradley!

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in News

MidWest Eye Center (MWEC) is pleased to welcome ophthalmologist Dr. Alec Bradley to our team of dedicated physicians. Dr. Bradley specializes in premium cataract surgery, refractive surgery, microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and comprehensive ophthalmology. He is committed to helping patients achieve their best possible vision through personalized care, advanced technology and surgical excellence. Originally from… Read More

Exhale Stress and Relax Your Eyes

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in Eye Health

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Stress is a normal part of life, but how we handle it matters. In our fast-paced world, we often experience physical and mental stress. Importantly, stress can directly affect your eyes. When overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, your body releases more adrenaline, which may increase eye pressure. This can cause symptoms like blurry vision, muscle… Read More

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in Eye Health

According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF), over 4 million people in the U.S. have glaucoma, with half unaware of their condition. Globally, approximately 80 million people live with the disease, which is a leading cause of irreversible blindness. A 2022 study cited by GRF reports that about 4.22 million U.S. adults have glaucoma, and… Read More

Dr. Emilie Seitz Joins Midwest Eye Center

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in General

MidWest Eye Center (MWEC) is pleased to welcome optometrist Dr. Emilie Seitz to our team of dedicated specialists. Dr. Seitz specializes in the management of complex ocular diseases, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye disease and macular degeneration. She is a distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and serves on the Anterior Segment… Read More

We Are Thankful for Our Patients

Posted by: Midwest Eye Center in General

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Can you believe next Thursday is Thanksgiving? We want to take a moment before the busy holiday season begins to express our sincere gratitude to our patients. This time of year is special to us because it gives us the chance to show gratitude, and our patients are at the heart of that. Our patients… Read More

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