Miller Eye Center Expands to Rochelle, IL

Miller Eye Center, a leading area provider of comprehensive eye care, now offers its advanced-technology cataract treatment in Rochelle, IL in partnership with Rochelle Community Hospital.  The fast growing center for the latest in eye care also includes locations in Rockford, IL and at KSB Hospital in Dixon, IL.

By expanding its presence in the Rochelle, IL area, Miller Eye Center gives patients greater access to more advanced treatments for the most common, eye-related health issues, most notably cataracts, says Dr. Richard Miller.  “Rochelle and the surrounding areas will greatly benefit from the cutting-edge treatments we specialize in.  A great example is the new PanOptix® replacement lens, the only FDA-approved trifocal lens available.  For the vast majority of our PanOptix patients, it means a better life without glasses.”

Patients in the Rochelle area interested in scheduling an appointment can call 815-226-1500 or visit www.millereyecenter.com.

Miller Eye Center is the leading area provider of comprehensive eye care for the treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease, retinal disease, macular degeneration, diabetic eye care, dry eye conditions and other eye-related health issues.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic: Our Response

Dear Patients,

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, we recognize the importance of continuing to serve you reliably, safely, and compliantly during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We write to assure you that since the onset, we’ve taken measures to continue to provide you safe and complete service.

We want to make it clear that we are in it together and we always have been. Our team is prepared to take all the steps necessary to protect our team members and patients.

We are taking all the necessary precautions to provide a safe environment for our patients to help ensure their needs are still taken care of during these challenging times. The health and safety of our patients and staff is one of our main priorities and we want to make sure all of our patients can still get any of their ocular needs taken care of as soon as possible without inconvenience.

• We have changed our protocols for healthcare waste collections to minimize risk of contact with potentially infected patients
• We are providing guidance and ongoing communication to all team members on proper risk mitigation practices including following CDC-approved hand hygiene, operating at safe distances, and proper use of PPE, including gloves
• We are encouraging voluntary quarantine for team members who believe they are at risk and/or report or show signs of symptoms related to COVID-19
• We continue to communicate within our organization to provide guidance on precautionary measures to minimize disease spread at home and work
• We are asking any patients with flu-like symptoms please stay home and reschedule their appointments.

Thank you,
Miller Eye Center

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Miller Eye Center Adds Dr. Peter Gunther to Optometry Staff

Miller Eye Center has expanded its team with the addition of Dr. Peter Gunther. He is board certified in medical optometry by the American Board of Optometry, and graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Southern College of Optometry. He is a 21-year veteran of the United States Navy, where his career as Optometrist in the Medical Service Corps was distinguished with privileges at military hospitals and treatment centers around the world and, most recently, the rank of Commander. In addition, Dr. Gunther has held academic positions at several schools and colleges of optometry and published numerous papers on the treatment and management of ocular disease.

“It’s exciting to join the area’s leading center for eye care, and to be part of a team that’s at the forefront of the latest treatments and technologies,” says Dr. Gunther. “Miller Eye Center gives me the opportunity to help more patients treat and manage their ocular disease as well as dry eye, two areas where I have a particular interest.”

Miller Eye Center is the leading area provider of comprehensive eye care for the treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease, retinal disease, macular degeneration, diabetic eye care, and other eye-related health issues.

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