Dr. Jose Luis Perez-becerra MD
Ophthalmologist
1327 Sw Military Dr San Antonio TX, 78221About
Dr. Jose Perez-becerra is an ophthalmologist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Perez-becerra specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Perez-becerra can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Perez-becerra can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Ponce Med School 1984
Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences 1984
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Dr. Jose Luis Perez-becerra MD's Expert Contributions
How do you keep your eyes healthy while wearing contacts?
Lubrication, Hygiene, Lubrication, Hygiene. Never go to sleep with CL's on. Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
Is it safe to take male pills with glaucoma?
If there are no contraindications, to use meds for Erectile Dysfunction on Glaucoma patients. Dr. Perez-Becerra READ MORE
Are contact lenses good for eyes?
Depends. Great asset for certain refractive issues, but good hygiene and caution practices should be taught to the potential user. Dr. PerezBecerra READ MORE
My dad has a swollen bag under his eye and looks bit inflamed?
Need to see him, since we might be dealing with Dermatochalasis, allergic reaction, or Angioema due to cardiovascular deficit (CHF) Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
How to heal eye after getting shampoo in it?
Depends. Lubrication with artificial tears or eyewash solution initially. If no resolution, seek medical attention. Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
Why shouldn't you shower with contacts?
Because of the possibility of infection with Acanthomoeba sp. (Keratitis) ; commonly associated with use of tap water to clean CL's Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
Is it better to wear glasses or contacts while on the computer?
Depends of your refractive error, and your comfort level. But because of lubrication issues, probably spectacles... Dr. Perez Becerra.. READ MORE
Is using eye drops every day bad for you?
Depends on what kind of drops; but if we are dealing with artificial tears...no problem READ MORE
Is there an age limit for eye laser surgery?
No, but it is important to know that if you are at the presbyopia age; you are going to be trading one set of spectacles for another... Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
Is it bad to wear contacts everyday?
Not necessarily, but it is healthy to rest , practice good hygiene, lubrication, etc Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
What happens if you blink during laser eye surgery?
Of course precaution is taken to prevent such issue, but depends on the type of procedures, type of Laser , etc Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
What is the best age for laser eye surgery?
Ideally before presbyopia age ; before 42... but could be performed at any age Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
How do you get rid of conjunctivitis?
Depends, type of conjunctivitis...bacterial requires antibiotics, viral ones: usually self limitant/but occasionally meds are needed Dr. Perez Becerra READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Pterygium
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
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