We want to let parents, caregivers, pediatricians and those involved in the care of children, know about the most recent Pediatric Vision Clinical Trial at Eye Physicians & Surgeons PC (EPS). EPS is the only place in Connecticut for this clinical trial. The clinical trial is investigating which works better—glasses and then later patching or glasses with patching ... read more

The rates of myopia (near-sightedness) are skyrocketing around the world. Near-sightedness is when a person's distance vision is blurry. Myopia usually starts in elementary school and can worsen until high school. The more myopic one becomes, the closer the blur point is and the more dependent you are on wearing your glasses. Less time spent ... read more

Since Spring of 2020, we have increased screen time with our daily use of our electronic devices for our virtual work meetings and our virtual school classrooms. As we head into Autumn of 2020, Eye Physicians & Surgeons want to remind you to protect your eyes from increased electronic screen time and share valuable information ... read more

Especially after the spring quarantine, summertime means more time outside and more time in the sun. We all use sunscreen to protect our skin, but don't forget to protect your eyes. It is important to wear proper eye protection at an early age to protect your eyes from years of ultraviolet (UV) exposure. To be eye ... read more

Telemedicine is a virtual visit rather than an in-person visit—using audio, text and/or video communication in the safety and privacy of your own home. The doctors at EPS have been offering telemedicine visits when appropriate.    The office staff booking your telemedicine visit or your doctor will discuss the process of setting up a telemedicine visit ... read more

I have a pink eye, could this be Coronavirus? It is unlikely. A pink eye in adults is usually caused by a virus that is similar to a virus that causes the common cold. The key to raising your suspicion, and ours, about your pink eye being atypical is if you also have significant respiratory ... read more

Pediatric Automated Vision Screening: Vision screening is a cost-effective and efficient way to identify if your daughter or son may have a visual impairment or eye condition that could lead to vision loss. An automated vision screener is used in the office of your pediatrician or at your child’s school, through the regional Lion’s Club International of Connecticut. Here ... read more

Do you need a comprehensive eye exam? Does your child or teenager need a vision test?  Make an appointment for an evaluation by one of the 4 physicians in the Westport location. There is a parking lot behind the building as well as parking in front of the building on Main Street. We are celebrating ... read more