Burlington Eyecare:

the good doctor


Welcome to the good doctor, written by father, Burlington optometrist, and industry expert Dr. Mark Germain. The good doctor is here to offer an expert take on optometry and other related topics designed for his patients' everyday eye care and curiosity.


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By Dr. Mark Germain October 24, 2025
Noticing the things that only an optometrist can, the good doctor discusses the vision of needs of star baseball players.
By Dr. Mark Germain October 16, 2025
The good doctor discusses exciting continued research being done into gene therapy for conditions such as Leber's congenital amaurosis.
By Dr. Mark Germain October 9, 2025
Inspired by an article he recently read, the good doctor takes another look at natural UV light and its benefits.
By Dr. Mark Germain October 2, 2025
The good doctor discusses some recent options for managing myopia in children.
By Dr. Mark Germain September 24, 2025
The good doctor offers some insight into the latest research in dry eye management.
By Dr. Mark Germain September 18, 2025
The good doctor discusses the risks involved with high level basketball for the eyes and methods of prevention.
By Dr. Mark Germain September 11, 2025
The good doctor discusses how environmental factors can play a role in the shaping of our DNA and the health of our eyes as we age.
By Dr. Mark Germain September 4, 2025
The annual Bright Run is back and the good doctor offers more details.
By Dr. Mark Germain August 29, 2025
The good doctor discusses an extremely rare form of perception in humans.
By Dr. Mark Germain August 21, 2025
Burlington Eyecare's adopted flower bed is in full bloom and the good doctor is excited to share about it.
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