Robert Abel, Jr., MD

Robert Abel, Jr., MD, ophthalmologist, Christiana Care Health System, Wilmington, Delaware, and former professor of ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia. He is author of The Eye Care Revolution.

Can I Make a Broken Blood Vessel in My Eye Go Away Faster?
Eye Health

Can I Make a Broken Blood Vessel in My Eye Go Away Faster?

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | March 18, 2019

A broken blood vessel in your eye, called subconjunctival hemorrhage, looks worse than it is...most of the time. Know what to look out for.

New Treatment Advances for Cataracts and Glaucoma

New Treatment Advances for Cataracts and Glaucoma

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | March 11, 2019

Prevent the vision loss—or even blindness—that can result from common eye diseases. Here are the breakthrough treatments to consider…

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | February 16, 2017

Nutrition is a widely accepted ally in the fight against macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the…

You Don’t Have to Give Up Those Car Keys

You Don’t Have to Give Up Those Car Keys

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | February 9, 2016

Simple steps to help keep you driving safely... Driving may be the most hazardous thing that most of us do…

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | November 16, 2015

Nutrition is a widely accepted ally in the fight against macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the…

Surprising Conditions That Can Steal Your Sight
Eye Health

Surprising Conditions That Can Steal Your Sight

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | March 25, 2015

They are not eye diseases… You probably know that people with diabetes are at greater risk for eye disease. What…

Drugs That Harm Your Eyes—and the Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Vision…

Drugs That Harm Your Eyes—and the Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Vision…

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | January 30, 2014

When it comes to drug side effects, among the most widely recognized are nausea, fatigue, headache and dizziness. What often…

Best Mascara for Contact Lens Wearers

Best Mascara for Contact Lens Wearers

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | June 5, 2013

Q: My mascara flakes off and gets on my contact lenses, which irritates my eyes. Is there a type of…