Southwestern Eye Center

08/10/2026

Sometimes, an eye exam can reveal far more than a change in vision. 💜

We were incredibly moved to see this review about Dr. Brill and Dr. Adelberg and the care, attention, and urgency they brought to an important finding. Stories like this are a powerful reminder of why thorough eye exams matter.

07/21/2026

Blurry near vision after age 40 is common, but it should not be dismissed as “just getting older.”

In this Sonoran Living segment, Jessie LaLonde, OD, of Southwestern Eye Center, explains presbyopia, why focusing up close becomes more difficult with age, and why having a comprehensive eye exam is crucial.

WATCH NOW: https://youtu.be/jSVkgGdCsN0?si=YR92OjXxeaWEMCT7

Are you suddenly holding your phone, menu, or paperwork farther awa...

07/06/2026

Glaucoma can be challenging to detect because the brain often compensates for early loss of peripheral vision, making it easy to overlook the disease until damage steals your vision.

Dr. Wen Shin Lee from Southwestern Eye Center recently appeared on Sonoran Living ABC15 Arizona to discuss the deceptive nature of glaucoma and the modern treatment options available to prevent blindness. One treatment involves a long-lasting medication that can be placed in the eye and gradually released. For many patients, our modern options provide better control of eye pressure and can reduce the need for daily eye drops.

Watch Dr. Lee’s segment to learn more about the evolving options for glaucoma care.

07/05/2026

Blurry vision is common after the age of 40, but it can be a sign of something worse. See how the doctors at Southwestern Eye Center can help your eyes work their best at any age.

06/23/2026

Are you squinting to read signs, use your phone, watch TV, or drive at night? Your eyes may be trying to tell you something.

Learn more:

Does squinting mean you need glasses? Learn why squinting happens, what it can signal, and when to schedule an eye exam.

06/19/2026

Light sensitivity can be more than an ordinary glare from the Arizona sun. When bright light causes eye pain, redness, blurry vision, tearing, headaches, or discomfort in one eye, it may be a sign that your eyes need to be evaluated.

Learn more about Photophobia:

Light sensitivity and eye pain may signal dry eye, migraine, infection, or inflammation. Learn when to schedule urgent eye care.

04/16/2026

“𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙤𝙣 𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙎, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩, 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡, 𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚.” — Dr. Wen Shin Lee on ABC15 Sonoran Living

When vision declines, it’s not just about blurry sight; it can directly impact balance, mobility, and overall confidence in daily life. From navigating stairs to staying active with hobbies like golf or pickleball, untreated cataracts can quietly limit independence and increase the risk of falls.

With today’s advanced treatment options at Southwestern Eye Center, cataracts can be safely treated, helping patients regain not just clearer vision, but a better quality of life.

04/06/2026

✨🏆We’re proud to recognize Dr. Brian Chang for 🎖20 years of service at our Cottonwood location. His commitment to patient care and the community has made a lasting impact on so many lives.

02/05/2026

😲Nearly 1 in 5 people experience dry eye symptoms like irritation, redness, watery eyes, or blurry vision, especially during screen time or reading.

Dry eye happens when your tears don’t properly coat the surface of your eyes. In fact, watery eyes 🥹 can actually be a sign of poor-quality tears trying to compensate.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Emily Brill of Southwestern Eye Center shares with Sonoran Living who’s most at risk and the treatment options available. 🚨 Spoiler alert: many options go beyond eye drops.

If dry, irritated eyes are interfering with your day, it may be time to schedule a dry eye evaluation.

👉 Watch the full video to learn more about dry eye symptoms, causes, and personalized treatment options.

12/14/2025

Your eye exam is about more than blurry vision! That's why it's so important to get one annually. The doctors of Southwestern Eye Center have some advice that may help.