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All Eyes onSTONE OAKVISION SC OURCEDr. Mann and staffBy Kathi Holzschuherbe offering free vision screenings and assessments for ages 14 and under. Please call the office to reserve their spot!Dr. Mann recommends that generally healthy individuals with no systemic or eye diseases have a comprehensive eye exam once a year. This exam includes an evaluation of the retina and optic nerve and can help identify underlying health conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. Additionally, the clinic offers a range of eyeglass frames, including high-end luxury and athletic/everyday use frames.Stone Oak Vision Source not only provides eye care services but also offers cosmetic treatments for the skin. These treatments include IPL and microneedling procedures (Morpheus8), which are aimed at stimulating collagen production and reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Dr. Mann explained, “Due to my expertise in both eye and facial care, it makes sense for us to offer these additional services.” However, he advises patients to first consult with their dermatologist to determine whether they are suitable candidates for these procedures.Dr. Mann specializes in great eye care for all ages.Stone Oak Vision Source is a small practice with a big heart that is experiencing rapid growth. Dr. Mann and his team are committed to family and community, and they actively contribute whenever possible. ”Their patients speak highly of them: “Dr. Mann and his team are outstanding. From the warm greeting to the thorough exams, their professionalism and care are clear in every interaction. The staff is attentive, courteous, and efficient. With state- of-the-art equipment, they ensure top-notch eye care. I highly recommend Dr. Mann and his wonderful staff!” says satisfied customer Vincent Hearn.Stone Oak Vision Source20079 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 1104 San Antonio, TX 78258(830) 205-2420 www.stoneoakvisionsource.comelebrating 18 months as the owner of Stone available through dermatologists to brighten and improve Oak Vision Source, optometrist Dr. Chandler skin texture, IPL has proven very successful in treating dry Mann runs an exceptional practice offering eye. IPL is non-invasive, using targeted light pulses to find comprehensive eye care to all ages— pigment in the blood vessels. For best results, Dr. Mannfrom pediatrics to geriatrics. The office staff, exams and treatments, technology, and level of expertise all come together to create a welcoming culture.“I love what I do,” says Dr. Mann. “I am excited to go to work every day because I get to help improve people’s lives.” Dr. Mann speaks proudly of his team, too. “The team we’ve built is on the same mission to help improve the quality of life of everyone who walks in the door.” His philosophy is to treat his patients like family.Stone Oak Vision Care provides eye care for the entire family.Dr. Mann always knew he wanted to work in the healthcare industry. He shadowed physicians across disciplines to determine precisely where he fit in until he decided on eye care. “In my opinion, sight is our most important sense,” he says. “I get very excited to help my patients achieve the best sight they can have and maintain good eye health throughout their lives.”Why Vision Source over other groups? Dr. Mann explains, “In our field of evolving medicine and healthcare, with private equity groups taking over so many clinics, you must be with the right group to be the most successful and have the best access to new technology for patients. I was blown away by the progressive care for patients and the high-level protocols with Vision Source.” He admits to doing a lot of alliance group vetting before joining the Vision Source family.Stone Oak Vision Source offers comprehensive eye care using state-of-the-art technology and thorough exams. In addition to the eye exam, they provide various opportunities to enhance eye health. For instance, they emphasize the importance of current technology in treating eye conditions like dry eye. “Dr. Mann is making strides in optometry, focusing on myopia management and dry eye therapies.”Those with dry eyes know how annoying this condition can be. Patients at Stone Oak Vision Source can now receive Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy for relief. Once onlyrecommends combining IPL with bipolar radiofrequency to target inflammation in the glands around the eyelids.Blocked oil glands are the most common cause of dry eye, which can lead to swelling and irritation around the eyelids, as well as watering, burning eyes. Ocular rosacea, a prevalent condition in South Texas due to intense sun exposure and heat, is often a contributing factor. Extended use of computers and phones can also worsen the condition, as it reduces blinking and can lead to the degradation of the healthy oil film that keeps tears from evaporating. Dr. Mann explains that the glands can start producing a healthy tear film once the blockage is cleared, which is crucial for clear, comfortable vision.Dr. Mann’s practice, known for its comprehensive approach to visual and ocular health, is now recognized as a leader in innovative eye care treatments. Key partner CooperVision, a global leader in advanced contact lens technologies, recently launched The Myopia Collective in collaboration with the American Optometric Association (AOA), in which Dr. Mann has been selected as an inaugural leader, representing the state of Texas!Myopia is another easily and effectively treated condition using state-of-the-art technology and progressive medicine. Myopia is “near-sightedness,” where the individual can see up close but not far away. The treatment would typically include eyeglasses or contacts, annual eye exams, and periodic updates to the prescription as the condition progresses. However, there are now better options and ways to stop the progression of myopia which is vision impairing and can lead to other severe and permanent eye damage, including retinal detachment.Dr. Mann reports seeing cases of myopia in children at a much younger age than in past generations. Though there is a myriad of supporting data on contributing factors (i.e., genetics, less outdoor exposure), Dr. Mann suspects it’s in large part due to early computer and phone screen exposure. Dr. Mann, who caters to children’s vision, uses technology and other methods to slow and stop the progression of the disease—something unheard of for most adults.Ortho-K (short for orthokeratology) is a method that involves the overnight use of specially designed gas- permeable contacts to reshape the cornea. The individual (whether a child or an adult) wears the contacts while sleeping and removes them in the morning. They can then go about their day without needing eyewear, all while maintaining clear vision, slowing/halting the progression of their prescription, and experiencing fewer hassles. For adults, this method serves as an alternative to Lasik surgery.Stone Oak Vision Source will be offering Myopia Awareness Day on Friday, August 9, from 8-2 pm. 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