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 astigmatism?
Posted on Monday June 01, 2020
Astigmatism is a distorted shape of the lens or cornea that contributes to blurred vision. It is not a disease, it does not cause blindness, and nearly everyone has at least some small amount of astigmatism. For example, take a look at the contact lenses below: The contact on the top is “round” and “spherical”. This... Read More
Corneal Transplant Great for Keratoconus
Posted on Monday May 25, 2020
You might want to know what an eye looks like before and after corneal transplantation for keratoconus. Keratoconus is a hereditary condition where the cornea gets thinner and steeper. This results in high astigmatism and blurred vision. If you have keratoconus, you have probably heard that you may need a corneal transplant at some time... Read More
Can you explain my eye tests?
Posted on Monday May 04, 2020
There are many types of eye tests to detect problems. Ophthalmologists have to find the problems before we can know what treatments will work best. Cornea Tests Photos: used to document the appearance, size, and location of eye structures in the front of the eye. Corneal Topography: used to map the clarity, shape, curves, and... Read More
