Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care and Surgery

Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care and Surgery Discover the ophthalmology and optometry services you need from our eye care specialists in State Col Patients are seen by appointment only.

The friendly dedicated staff of Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care and Surgery welcomes both new and established patients to our three convenient locations in State College, PA, Bellefonte, PA and Tyrone, PA. It is our pleasure to serve you and provide quality eye care in an inviting and comfortable environment. We provide ophthalmology and optometry services to the people of State College, Bellefonte, and Tyrone, as well as those living in neighboring communities. Please call for an appointment.

This season’s best present? Healthy eyesight. Every sunset, every laugh, every sparkle of tinsel — your eyes make it pos...
12/10/2025

This season’s best present? Healthy eyesight. Every sunset, every laugh, every sparkle of tinsel — your eyes make it possible. Protect them like something priceless… because they are.

The cornea has no blood vessels — yet it heals faster than nearly any other tissue in the body.  Minor abrasions can clo...
12/08/2025

The cornea has no blood vessels — yet it heals faster than nearly any other tissue in the body. Minor abrasions can close within 24–48 hours. But repeated irritation (from dryness, contact lens overwear, or infection) can lead to scarring, affecting clarity.
If your eyes feel like they’re constantly “catching” when you blink, it’s worth checking for micro scratches or erosions. They might look invisible but feel impossible to ignore.

Losing vision isn’t like losing a sense — it’s losing connection. The ability to see faces, drive freely, read  stories,...
12/01/2025

Losing vision isn’t like losing a sense — it’s losing connection. The ability to see faces, drive freely, read stories, or recognize loved ones. It’s not about “eyesight,” it’s about independence. That’s why protecting vision means protecting quality of life.

Dry eye isn’t just about “not enough tears.” The tear film has three layers — oil, water, and  mucus. When any of them i...
11/30/2025

Dry eye isn’t just about “not enough tears.” The tear film has three layers — oil, water, and mucus. When any of them is off balance, your eyes lose their natural protection.
If the oil layer is weak (often from blocked meibomian glands), tears evaporate too fast. If the water layer is lacking, your eyes don’t have enough moisture.
If the mucus layer breaks down, tears can’t spread evenly across the surface.
That’s why dry eye care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Treatment depends on which layer is failing — artificial tears alone might not be enough.

Your eyes don’t just see — they remember. They’ve witnessed every sunset, every tear, every  person you’ve loved. They’v...
11/29/2025

Your eyes don’t just see — they remember. They’ve witnessed every sunset, every tear, every person you’ve loved. They’ve been through every moment with you. Caring for them isn’t vanity — it’s gratitude.

  - You blink less when you’re focused — like reading or scrolling — and more when  you’re nervous, tired, or emotional....
11/28/2025

- You blink less when you’re focused — like reading or scrolling — and more when you’re nervous, tired, or emotional. Your eyes are storytellers long before your mouth ever speaks.

Wishing everyone a Thanksgiving full of love, laughter, and your favorite pie! May your hearts be full and your plates e...
11/27/2025

Wishing everyone a Thanksgiving full of love, laughter, and your favorite pie! May your hearts be full and your plates even fuller! 🦃🍂

Blue Eyes? They’re Optical Illusions Blue eyes don’t have blue pigment. They’re brown underneath — the “blue” is just li...
11/26/2025

Blue Eyes? They’re Optical Illusions
Blue eyes don’t have blue pigment. They’re brown underneath — the “blue” is just light scattering in the iris. So yes, blue eyes are nature’s most beautiful trick of the light.

Dry eye can be a sign of hormonal shifts, autoimmune conditions, or medications — not just cold  air. If it’s constant, ...
11/25/2025

Dry eye can be a sign of hormonal shifts, autoimmune conditions, or medications — not just cold air. If it’s constant, not seasonal, your eyes might be trying to tell you something deeper.

No pain, no redness, no warning. Cataracts form slowly, turning once-bright colors dull and clear  light into glare. It’...
11/24/2025

No pain, no redness, no warning. Cataracts form slowly, turning once-bright colors dull and clear light into glare. It’s one of the most common — and most fixable — causes of vision loss in the world.

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month — a reminder that vision and blood sugar  go hand in hand. Diabetes can...
11/23/2025

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month — a reminder that vision and blood sugar go hand in hand. Diabetes can cause the eye’s blood vessels to leak, blur, or scar. If you live with diabetes, your eyes deserve extra attention.

Glaucoma doesn’t blur your central vision at first — it steals the edges. It’s like seeing through a  tunnel that slowly...
11/23/2025

Glaucoma doesn’t blur your central vision at first — it steals the edges. It’s like seeing through a tunnel that slowly narrows. By the time you notice, it’s already advanced. Quiet diseases need loud awareness.

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1700 Old Gatesburg Road Ste 300
State College, PA
16803

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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