In the News: Special Edition 1

Article: Off the Cuff: Sometimes We Forget
Source: Optometric Physician
Published: May 15, 2021

Thank you to Optometric Physician  for this piece. While I am neutral to both sides of politics, I very much enjoyed watching the congressman speak. I imagine that for his doctors, this congressman and former Navy Seal must be a great pleasure to work with as he takes steps toward a complete recovery.

Excerpt:
The other day I stumbled upon a YouTube video of Congressman Dan Crenshaw by chance. Crenshaw, for those who don’t know, is a former Navy Seal who lost an eye to an IED while serving in Afghanistan. What I didn’t know was that his other eye was severely damaged and recently required surgery for retinal detachment repair.

Regardless of your politics (which I don’t want to hear about), as a human being, fellow American and as an OD, I think you will be touched by Crenshaw’s humility and inner strength as he describes his ordeal and the impact it’s had on his life. Particularly poignant was his description of his vision both before the detachment when he was aphakic and now, as he waits for a gas bubble to dissipate before seeing the success or failure of the surgery. I sensed only determination and grace in his words and calm demeanor, but I was overcome with the magnitude of what he faced. I was also thankful for his service and sacrifice for our country.

Hearing Crenshaw’s words made me think about what we do every day and how important vision is, especially when one faces the prospect of life without sight. I was moved by the interview and urge you to take a moment to listen to it. For Rep. Crenshaw, I will be praying for a speedy and complete recovery. I would be obliged if you would as well.