Dr. Julie's Blog

June 10, 2025

Migraines affect millions of people and can significantly interfere with daily life. While traditional treatments like medication, lifestyle adjustments, and alternative therapies have long been used to manage symptoms, not every approach works for every individual. For those whose migraines are triggered or worsened by light sensitivity, a new solution has emerged: Avulux® lenses. At Helmus Optometry, we’re proud to provide innovative tools like Avulux to help our patients find personalized relief.

March 13, 2025

Dry eye disease is a common condition affecting millions of people, often causing discomfort, irritation, and blurred vision. While there are many potential causes of dry eye, one of the most overlooked factors is the health of the meibomian glands. These tiny glands, located in the eyelids, produce the essential oil layer of the tear film, preventing tears from evaporating too quickly.

December 19, 2024

At Helmus Optometry, we’re dedicated to staying at the forefront of innovative treatments to provide the best possible care for your eyes. One of the latest advancements making waves in eye health is Low Light Level Therapy (LLLT), an effective, non-invasive treatment that is reshaping how we address various eye conditions.

June 25, 2023

One-of-a-Kind Artwork at Helmus Optometry Depicts "The Patient Journey"

May 24, 2023

For decades we've fit patients into Acuvue contact lenses made by Johnson & Johnson; their Oasys lens delivers safe and clear vision. But we are fed up.

May 23, 2023

As you may have noticed, I haven't been as available as a clinician, and I wanted to explain why.

February 25th, 2022

I am celebrating my seven years as owner of Helmus Optometry with a purposeful pause on patient care. No, I’m not in a foreign country or ill. I playfully refer to this six-month hiatus from the exam room as a “sabbatical” because of our college town roots.

January 2022

From time-to-time, patients make the comment: “It seems like your front desk staff is always changing.”

September 14, 2021

Effective the week of September 13, Helmus Optometry will be closed on Saturdays. Our office hours are now Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This was not an easy decision; for 35 years we've operated six days a week. The main reasons for this schedule change are:

July 14, 2021

Helmus Optometry is expanding this Summer! In order to improve flow, we will be moving half our team upstairs to our new administrative hub.