DMEI to become the preferred eye care provider of the Thunder Oklahoma City, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 – The Oklahoma City Thunder announced today a new partnership, welcoming the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI), an Oklahoma City-based eye care provider, as part of the...
As a mother of three grown boys, Stacy Williams finally had the time to start painting again. Just as she found her rhythm again, Stacy suffered from a terrible eye accident and her perspective on art changed forever.During a late-night drive home from Kansas with her family, Stacy was in the passenger seat reading her e-reader when a car suddenly pulled out into traffic and hit them straight on. When the airbags deployed, the force plunged the corner of her e-reader into her eye.
At the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI), we are passionate about helping Oklahomans see well and visually experience the beauty of our world. That is why we are excited to offer the Binocular Borrow Program at the Oklahoma City Zoo for any visitor, free with general admission. This program allows guests to create closer connections to the Zoo’s animals by enhancing their views of them in the exhibits.What Guest are Saying About the ProgramThe Binocular Borrow Program gives Zoo guests the op…
Eye Spy Adventures at the OKC ZooSpring is upon us, and there’s no better way to spend the day than taking a stroll at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. With fun activities, exhibits, and interactive learning opportunities for the whole family, we are very excited to sponsor the Eye Spy Safari cards now through November 1.Wander through the Zoo searching for clues at the seven Eye Spy stations, each one representing a different species. Once your child “spots” the clu…
Now you can support the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI) Foundation while shopping for your favorite products on Amazon. You shop. Amazon gives.As the only nonprofit ophthalmology institution in the state of Oklahoma, DMEI counts on donations to help fund services for low-income, at-risk patients who would not otherwise receive the care they need, to help acquire state-of-the-art technology, and to help underwrite groundbreaking vision research.
Patient Now Glasses-Free Thanks to PRK Laser SurgerySome people have a love-hate relationship with their glasses. While glasses correct vision, they require care and extra precautions. Some patients will never give up their specs, but others are ready to say goodbye to glasses and even contacts lenses forever.For Heritage Hall Spanish teacher Erin Cox, being glasses-free means less stress and hassle.
McKinley’s Lifesaving Journey with Dean McGee Eye InstituteWhen their daughter McKinley began showing signs of a dangerous eye condition, John and Kourtney Norton were sick with concern. Unsure of their next steps, they were referred to the Dean McGee Eye Institute (DMEI) for the care that saved McKinley’s life.Symptoms of a Serious Eye ProblemAt 18 months old, McKinley’s eye was beginning to show symptoms that something was wrong. At first, Kourtney thought McKinley had a &ldq…
DMEI Doctors Help Save Man’s Eye After AccidentEye safety should never be taken lightly. In an instant, vulnerable vision can be put at risk. Oklahoma resident William Bernkopf knows that all too well.
View the 2017 Eclipse with Dean McGeeEveryone is talking about the solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. The Dean McGee Eye Institute wants you to be prepared with the understanding and information you need to safely enjoy this unique event.What is a solar eclipse?A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and Sun. If the Moon fully blocks the Sun it is called a total eclipse.
Make the Season Bright: Donate and Provide Life-Changing Eye Care with the Dean McGee Eye InstituteThe holiday season is full of fantastic sights – sparkling snowfalls, glittering lights, and gleaming holiday displays. Unfortunately for some, these sights won’t be quite as bright because of vision-related health problems.For thousands of men, women, and children in our region, impaired or low-vision is a serious health problem affecting all aspects of life. Poor vision makes simple t…
World Sight Day, Celebrating the Importance of VisionThere are many things in life we take for granted — a place to sleep at night, food on the table, and good health, just to name a few. We usually think of health as maintaining a proper weight, keeping our blood pressure and cholesterol levels normal, or receiving vaccinations, but another key component to good health is our eyesight. For many of us, visiting an optometrist or ophthalmologist is part of our regular health routines, but f…
Dean McGee Eye Institute provided aid at the Eye Triage Clinic at the Moore Community Center. Seventy-five (75) people, almost all of whom were victims of the Moore tornado, were evaluated, and 45 pairs of eye glasses were made and dispensed. Among those who...