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At MiVision Eye Care, we provide comprehensive glaucoma care for patients from Prudenville and Roscommon County. Led by Dr. Melanie Mihlstin, a Michigan-trained ophthalmologist, our team combines advanced diagnostic tools and modern treatments to protect your vision and prevent glaucoma-related vision loss.
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Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease that damages the optic nerve, often due to elevated pressure inside the eye. Because it develops slowly and without pain, many patients don’t realize they have glaucoma until significant vision loss occurs.
Routine eye exams are the best way to detect glaucoma early and preserve your sight for life.
At MiVision, we use advanced diagnostic equipment to identify glaucoma in its earliest stages and monitor progression over time:
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): provides detailed imaging of the optic nerve and retinal nerve fiber layer.
Visual Field Testing: detects subtle changes in side vision that indicate early nerve damage.
Tonometry: measures eye pressure comfortably and accurately.
With these tools, Dr. Mihlstin can diagnose glaucoma precisely and develop a personalized treatment plan for every patient.
MiVision offers multiple treatment options to manage glaucoma and maintain lifelong eye health:
Prescription Eye Drops – reduce intraocular pressure safely and effectively.
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) – a quick, in-office laser treatment that enhances fluid drainage.
Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) – performed during cataract surgery for lasting pressure control.
Our approach blends Michigan-based expertise with modern technology to provide safe, effective care close to home.
Dr. Mihlstin tailors glaucoma treatment to each patient. In many cases, prescription eye drops control eye pressure. In addition, we perform in-office laser treatments that safely improve drainage. If the disease progresses, surgical solutions may become necessary. Above all, our goal is to protect your vision using the least invasive approach possible.
We’re proud to serve patients from Prudenville, Houghton Lake, Roscommon, and surrounding Northern Michigan communities. Whether you live near M-18 or along US-127, MiVision Eye Care offers advanced glaucoma treatment designed around your needs.
Directions from Prudenville to MiVision Eye Care in Saginaw:
Take M-55 East toward West Branch.
Merge onto I-75 South toward Saginaw.
Exit 149B for M-46 West toward Saginaw.
Follow M-46 to 5180 Tittabawassee Rd, near Bay and Midland Roads.
Glaucoma cannot be cured, but treatment can control eye pressure and slow vision loss.
MIGS stands for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery. It uses tiny incisions to reduce pressure safely, with quicker recovery than traditional surgery.
Glaucoma cannot be prevented, but early detection and treatment can slow or stop vision loss.
Absolutely. We regularly see patients from Prudenville, Houghton Lake, and Roscommon, providing high-tech, compassionate care for Northern Michigan families.
Most glaucoma cases are managed at MiVision. If advanced care is needed, we arrange referral to subspecialists.
Yes — Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) is a safe, proven treatment that lowers eye pressure without surgery or downtime.
If you live in Prudenville, MI, and are concerned about glaucoma, call 989-321-2655 or request an appointment online. Protect your sight with expert glaucoma care close to home.