Eyecare Experts

In this episode, Dr. Gene Terrezza and Dr. Troy Bell welcome back Dr. Oscar Corredor for an updated and important conversation on sports eye safety, just in time for Sports Eye Safety Month. Building on insights from Eyecare Experts Episode #2, we revisit this topic with fresh perspectives, new data, and the latest advancements in protective eyewear and vision performance.

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or weekend pickleball player, this episode highlights why protecting your vision is essential and how doing so can even improve your performance.

In this episode of the Eyecare Experts, Dr. Troy Bell and Dr. Gene Terrezza welcome back Dr. Sherry Kao to the podcast, where the panel discusses digital eye strain, including simple habits like using the 20-20-20 rule and proper blinking techniques to keep your eyes comfortable throughout the day. They also break down the debate around blue-light-blocking glasses, along with other solutions such as anti-reflective coatings and prescription lenses that can reduce strain and improve productivity.

You’ll also learn about innovative migraine relief lenses, how they work, and real patient success stories. Plus, our experts cover the importance of protective eyewear for work and outdoor activities, including how most eye injuries are preventable with the right precautions. If you want practical tips to protect your vision, reduce eye strain, and maintain long-term eye health, this episode is for you.

Myopia (nearsightedness) is becoming more common in children worldwide. In this episode of the Eyecare Experts Podcast, Dr. Bell, Dr. Terrezza, and Dr. Sherry Kao discuss what myopia is, why it’s increasing in kids, and the latest treatment options that can help slow its progression.

From genetics and screen time to advanced solutions like atropine drops, Ortho-K lenses, and Stellest glasses, this episode explains what parents need to know about protecting their child’s vision. Learn why early intervention is important and how regular eye exams can help prevent long-term eye health problems such as retinal detachment and glaucoma.

If you’re a parent worried about your child’s eyesight or interested in modern myopia management, this episode offers expert insights on how to keep vision healthy for the future.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is now the #1 cause of blindness in adults over 55, and most people don’t realize they’re at risk until it’s too late.

In this episode, the Eye Care Experts, Dr. Troy Bell, Dr. Gene Terrezza, and Dr. Stephanie Montgomery, break down what macular degeneration really is, the difference between dry and wet AMD, cutting-edge monitoring technology, and what you can do today to protect your central vision. If you or a family member is over 50, has a family history of macular degeneration or glaucoma, or wants to stay proactive about long-term eye health, this episode is essential listening.

In this latest episode of Eyecare Experts, Dr. Troy Bell and Dr. Gene Terrezza are joined by Dr. Stephanie Montgomery to discuss the vital connection between eye and heart health in honor of American Heart Month. The panel explains why routine dilated eye exams play a major role in detecting serious systemic heart conditions, including high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. They also explain that the eyes often provide early warning signs of hypertension, cholesterol issues, and blood flow problems, sometimes before patients experience other symptoms. Watch or listen to this episode to learn why preventive eye care can protect both your vision and your overall health.

In this episode of our Eyecare Experts, Dr. Troy Bell and Dr. Gene Terrezza are joined by Dr. Stephanie Montgomery, who serves patients in the Fairhope and Foley offices.

The pod kicks off with Dr. Montgomery sharing her background and experience in optometry, her passion for pediatric eye care and treating eye disease, and how the practice provides full-scope services across multiple locations. Dr. Terrezza also provides detailed information on Doctors with a Heart, a community outreach initiative that offers free eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, medications, and follow-up care to low-income, uninsured individuals. The episode wraps up with updates from Dr. Bell on parking access for the Palafox office during the downtown Pensacola renovations.

As we begin 2026, we’re looking back at the most-watched, most-talked-about episodes of Eyecare Experts from 2025! From women’s health and dry eye relief to Cortical Visual Impairment, contact lens innovation, and sun safety, these are the top 5 episodes that sparked meaningful conversations and delivered expert insight you don’t want to miss.

• No.5 - Understanding Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) - https://www.terrezzaoptical.com/post/episode-32-cortical-visual-impairment
• No. 4 - Sun, Sand & Sight: Protecting Your Eyes This Summer - https://www.terrezzaoptical.com/post/episode-29-sun-sand-and-sight
• No. 3 - Let’s Talk About Dry Eyes - https://www.terrezzaoptical.com/post/episode-25-lets-talk-about-dry-eyes
• No. 2 - Women’s Hormones & Eye Health - https://www.terrezzaoptical.com/post/episode-24-womens-hormones-eye-health
• No. 1 - Contact Lens Health Week: Innovations, Tips & Expert Advice - https://www.terrezzaoptical.com/post/episode-31-contact-lens-health

As we move into colder months and viral infections become more common, Dr. Bell, Dr. Terrezza, and Dr. Sahawneh discuss the impact of shingles on your eye health. Together, they review the key symptoms to watch for, how this condition is diagnosed, treatment options, vaccine considerations, and when it’s crucial to call your eye doctor. If you’re experiencing eye discomfort or think something may be “stuck” in your eye, this episode offers the guidance you need.