I’ve been fascinated by eyes ever since my sixth grade science teacher assigned our class a project on the organs of the human body. I still have that report and it has led me on a fantastic journey. My team and I pledge to provide excellent care, communication, and service to help you see, look, and feel better.
I enjoy performing comprehensive eye exams as well as treating complex ocular issues such as infections, trauma, corneal dystrophies, corneal scars, pterygea, cataracts and other anterior segment problems. My office works hard to accommodate major and minor ocular emergencies quickly. My patients come from all over the Houston Metroplex and in some cases beyond the borders of Texas.
My philosophy for the practice of ophthalmology is to deliver quality medical and surgical interventions, when medically necessary, on an individualized basis, that help to preserve and improve your ocular and general health.
Mark Vital, M.D. is a passionate and experienced eye doctor and cataract surgeon at Houston Eye Associates. He treats many conditions that cause red eyes, eye pain, or blurred vision. Having begun performing microsurgeries in 1993, he has performed hundreds of cataract surgeries and over 100 corneal transplants annually. Dr. Vital additionally specializes in recovery from complex cataract surgery, anterior segment and ocular surface eye surgeries, as well as the treatment of eye injuries and eye infections. With years of experience and practice, Dr. Vital has always felt that ongoing education on eye health and disease is critical. Explore Dr. Vital’s answers to 'Vital' eye care questions below to stay informed on your visual health and current events at our downtown Houston eye care centers.
What is the corneal epithelium?
Posted on Thursday April 02, 2020
Epithelium: the “skin of the cornea” The epithelium or “epi” of the cornea is a very thin and delicate layer of cells on the outer surface. It has many functions such as defining the shape of the tear film for good vision, protecting the cornea against infection, and refining the eye’s surface. The epithelium should... Read More
TearCare for dry eyes, styes, and meibomitis (MGD)
Posted on Monday March 02, 2020
Nearly all of us suffer from dry eyes at some point and lid styes are not uncommon. Most dry eye symptoms and styes are caused by a problem with the oil glands of the eyelids. These are called meibomian glands. We call it meibomitis or meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) when the meibomian glands are stopped... Read More
What is viral pink eye (Adenovirus)?
Posted on Thursday February 06, 2020
Viral conjunctivitis is usually due to a virus called adenovirus. The case shown here is an example of the progression of viral pink eye over the course of just 2 weeks. What most people refer to as “pink eye” is really bacterial conjunctivitis which can be treated with antibiotics. Viral conjunctivitis tends to be must... Read More
