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Health Matters: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center | 5 the procedure, in which he removes the cloudy portions and implants a new lens. Some other common complaints include floaters, or "little flashes of light" in the field of vision. This could result from a torn retina. "Macular de- generation, which used to be untreat- able, is also a common finding," says Dr. Feinfield. "We are happy medicine has progressed in this area, allow- ing us to offer a set of medications and certain vitamin supplements to reduce its progression." All these conditions—including the one that Joseph Walters experienced—demonstrate why getting an eye exam every year or two is so important. Walters will be the first to agree, and is grateful he scheduled his exam. "The insightful diagnosis may well have saved me from a debilitating stroke that could have taken my mobility, my ability to speak or my vision, or possibly worse," he says. Today Walters enjoys a healthy life with his wife and new granddaughter and is grateful for the team of "absolutely top-shelf physicians" who worked so quickly and efficiently to help save his life. "There is not a day that goes by that I am not thankful for the insight that Dr. Feinfield had with me," says Walters. "If he had not picked up that problem, I would not have found my way to Dr. Najibi and my life would very likely be much different today." For a physician referral, call 888-HEALING (432-5464). Monica Orozco Photography