6 Bringing health care news to your home Saggy eyelids. With increasing age, many people develop loose eyelid tissue that disrupts their vision. Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is a procedure that corrects this issue. “If the upper eyelids are drooping down and you can’t see anymore, we can remove that excess skin and the pooching fat pad from the upper lid, and help lift those eyelids up so you can see better,” Tomczak said. In addition to cataract, glaucoma and eyelid surgeries, other eye procedures Tomczak performs include: ● YAG capsulotomy, which treats secondary cataracts after cataract surgery. ● Treatment for lesions on or around the eye. ● Injections for macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. Personalized care Tomczak said his approach to patient care is personalized and involves a lot of listening. That helps him tailor treatment to the individual needs and goals for each patient. For instance, when working with cataract surgery patients, Tomczak considers their hobbies and daily activities to offer them a lens solution that fits their lifestyle. “I listen to my patients and get a feel for what their goals are,” he said. “We take pride in listening to our patients and setting a personalized treatment plan.” A sports enthusiast Originally from Michigan, Tomczak is excited to be living in Columbus. New eye care expert in town Need a comprehensive eye exam? Call Eye Physicians, PC, at 402-563-3686 or visit columbushosp.org/clinics/ columbus-surgery-center for details about Columbus Surgery Center. “I’ve met a lot of great people,” he said. “And although I’ve never lived in Nebraska before, I think it’s a great place to live. I’ve heard a lot of good things, and I’m just excited to be a part of the community and help everyone out as best I can.” Outside of work, Tomczak’s interests include watching college football, bass fishing, snowboarding and playing golf. (continued from page 5) scan
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