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Glaucoma Testing & Treatment in Potomac Falls
Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve, most often from elevated eye pressure. Because vision loss from glaucoma is usually painless and gradual, regular screening is essential. We offer the full ladder of glaucoma care — from drops and laser to coordinated surgical referral when needed.
Treatment
The glaucoma treatment ladder.
Eye drops
Eye drops remain the first-line treatment for most patients.
Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
SLT is a quick in-office laser option that often delays or reduces drop use.
Surgical options
Surgical options exist for advanced disease and can be coordinated when needed.
Screening for glaucoma is part of a comprehensive eye exam. For more background from Dr. Crenshaw, read Understanding Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight.
Your Glaucoma Specialist
Joanne Crenshaw, MD
Dr. Joanne Crenshaw is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist who founded the practice in 1997. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Cornell University Medical College — serving as Chief Resident — and her glaucoma fellowship at Cornell as well. Before opening her Sterling practice in October 2003, she served as a glaucoma specialist at The Eye Center in Warren, NJ, and at Fairfax Eye Associates in Vienna, VA. She has been recognized by The Glaucoma Foundation for her work with their NYC screening program.
Dr. Crenshaw is not accepting new patients at this time. Our practice continues to provide glaucoma testing and treatment — request an appointment or contact the office with questions.
Frequently Asked
Questions about glaucoma management.
Most types of glaucoma cause no symptoms in early stages. Late disease may show as loss of peripheral vision. Screening is the only reliable way to catch it early.