Southern Dutchess Eye Care, LLP

07/17/2026

Give your young learner the best opportunity for optimal learning by ensuring their eyes are functioning properly and they are seeing their best.

Back-to-school appts are filling fast. Schedule your child's eye exam today! Book anytime online at www.sdec2020.com, or give us a call during office hours at (845) 896-6700. We look forward to taking great care of your family.

06/30/2026

🎆Please note that our office will be closed this Friday, July 3rd, so our team can celebrate Independence Day with their families and friends. We will resume our regular business hours on Monday, July 6th. Have a fantastic and safe holiday weekend!🎆 🇺🇸

06/30/2026

A reminder to celebrate safely. Keep sparklers away from eyes, supervise children closely, and view firework displays from a safe distance.
https://preventblindness.org/prevent-eye-injuries-from-fireworks/

Fireworks eye injuries can be prevented. There is no safe way for nonprofessionals to use fireworks. Enjoy fireworks only at a professional display​.

06/23/2026

JUNE IS CATARACT AWARENESS MONTH. What to know ...

1) A cataract makes the lens of your eye cloudy, which can make your vision blurry, dull, or like you’re looking through a foggy window.

2) Cataracts happen mostly as people get older, but some kids can be born with them too.

3) You might notice trouble seeing at night, glare from lights, or colors not looking as bright.

4) A cataract can be treated with surgery, where the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with a clear one to help you see better.

Your Southern Dutchess Eye Care doctor is your trusted pre- and post-surgery cataract specialist and will work with your eye surgeon when it is time to remove your cataract for the best surgical outcome.

06/23/2026

An estimated 12% of U.S. adults have used GLP-1 medications. For many, these treatments offer meaningful progress in managing diabetes or weight. But rare and potentially serious eye complications have also been reported.

These potential side effects highlight the importance of having a comprehensive eye exam before starting a GLP-1 medication—if you have not had an eye exam within the past 12 months—to establish a baseline for your eye health. Routine follow-up exams during treatment are also important, particularly for patients with diabetes or macular degeneration.

Early detection of changes to your eye health can help protect your vision. To schedule your next eye exam, visit sdec2020.com.

06/21/2026

Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who lead with strength, dedication, and clear vision. Your efforts don't go unnoticed — we’re grateful to care for you and your families.

06/18/2026

Coming soon! Our annual Maui Jim Trunk Show, in celebration of 😎☀️ Thursday, June 25th; 12 noon - 5 pm. Shop the full collection and get expertly styled by our Maui Jim rep and optical team.

06/17/2026

Just a friendly reminder tomorrow is our extended hours at our office. We will be open from 11am-7pm to better serve you.

06/17/2026

Just like your skin, your eyes can suffer cumulative damage from years of exposure to the sun's UV rays, and can contribute to early onset of cataracts, macular degeneration affecting your central vision, photokeratitis ("sunburn" of the eye), growths on the eye (pterygium), cancerous growths on eyelids and surrounding tissue.

While everyone should protect their eyes from UV light, certain groups face higher risks: people who spend significant time outdoors and children. Children's eyes transmit more UV light to the retina than adult eyes, making early protection crucial.

If you have a quality pair of sunglasses that offer 100% UVA and UVB protection, consider this your friendly reminder to please wear them! If you need a quality pair, we encourage you to stop by our Maui Jim Trunk Show, Thursday, June 25th; 12 noon - 5 pm.

06/16/2026

Join us for our Maui Jim Trunk Show as we celebrate National Sunglasses Day!

This special event is the perfect opportunity for sunglass lovers to explore and shop the full Maui Jim collection, including the newest style releases. Try on your favorites, discover fresh looks for summer, and find the perfect pair to fit your lifestyle.

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Plus, enjoy a free gift with purchase during the event!

Mark your calendar and make plans to stop by—we can't wait to see you there!