About Dr. Shaun Larsen

Dr. Shaun Larsen specializes in the areas of low vision services as well as enhancing vision with contact lenses and he enjoys bringing a smile to the faces of his patients when he can help them see well enough to read, write, and sometimes even drive again. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Utah State University, he went on to obtain his Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. He keeps up to date with the latest technology and specialty devices to help his patients regain their visual independence. “There is nothing more gratifying than helping a patient who has been told ‘nothing more can be done’ to see again.” – Dr. Larsen

Is There a Treatment for Dry Macular Degeneration?

2026-07-21T06:43:21+00:00

Macular degeneration is an eye disease that gradually destroys central vision. This typically happens as the macula becomes thinner and protein deposits called drusen accumulate underneath its surface, eventually leading [...]

Is There a Treatment for Dry Macular Degeneration?

2026-07-21T06:43:21+00:00

Treatment For Macular Degeneration

2024-02-23T14:45:13+00:00

Macular degeneration cannot be reversed, but eating foods such as kale and spinach may help slow its progression. Treatment options for wet macular degeneration typically involve using non-painful laser light [...]

Treatment For Macular Degeneration

2024-02-23T14:45:13+00:00

What Are the First Symptoms of Macular Degeneration?

2026-07-21T06:27:24+00:00

Macular degeneration occurs when the central portion of your retina, known as the macula, deteriorates. This deterioration typically interferes with reading, driving and performing other activities that require clear central [...]

What Are the First Symptoms of Macular Degeneration?

2026-07-21T06:27:24+00:00

Symptoms of Macular Degeneration

2024-02-23T06:33:13+00:00

Macular degeneration causes central vision to fade - which allows you to read, drive, see faces and recognize colors - but does not impair peripheral or side vision. AMD, or [...]

Symptoms of Macular Degeneration

2024-02-23T06:33:13+00:00

Laser Treatment For Macular Degeneration

2026-04-30T06:27:11+00:00

Laser treatment for macular degeneration is an efficient and painless solution offered in-office, using laser technology to seal leaky blood vessels and decrease fluid build-up in the macula. However, treatment [...]

Laser Treatment For Macular Degeneration

2026-04-30T06:27:11+00:00