Since last February, I’ve had double vision. 3 surgeries later, I am just about normal, but I’ve learned alot along the way.
Author: RetinaEyeDoctor
VEGF Trap-Eye Treats Macular Degeneration
VEGF Trap-Eye is a new injectable medication that blocks VEGF for the treatment of wet macular degeneration. It may be as good as Lucentis, but not given as often.
Update on Implantable CentraSight Telescope
The CentraSight telescope for advanced macular degeneration has been FDA approved. Medicare still needs to decide if insurance will cover the costs and doctors still need training.
10 Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy
These are the ‘Top Ten” facts that every patient with diabetes should know. For instance, every patient will develop the disease, but it doesn’t mean they’ll go blind!
Retina Specialists Have Classes All Their Own
In order to maintain my medical license, I must go “back to school” and take 50 hours of courses a year. I usually try and get most of my CME done in one trip.
AAO Chicago 2010: Social Media and Medicine
I just returned from Chicago where I attended the American Academy of Ophthalmology. I learned a lot about how doctors are not yet using the Internet to improve their medical practices. Full Story →
Low Vision Aids: Hand Held Magnifiers
Hand held magnifiers are a common low-vision aid. These magnifiers come in different powers and the user must be aware that the more the magnification, the less that is seen at one time. Make sense? Full Story →
Parents’ Weekend and Your Eye Exams
I just went to both Parents’ Weekends to check on my kids. While I didn’t suspect any problems, I needed to make sure they were doing well. The same is true for getting your eyes examined! Full Story →
Decreased Vision Following Retinal Detachment
Loss of vision may occur after successful retinal detachment surgery. Causes include a change in refraction (strength of glasses), cataract, retinal disease or recurrent detachment. Full Story →
Happy Birthday Betty!
Today I celebrate the birthday of a good friend, Betty. Betty is my OR nurse, but she also taught me my surgical skills. Happy Birthday!
Intraocular Drug Delivery Systems Gaining Momentum
Retinal specialists have been using intravitreal injections to treat retinal disease. Sustained release systems are gaining in popularity. Soon, more than retinal disease will be treated with these devices.
Silicone Oil for Retinal Detachments
Silicone oil can be used to help fix a retinal detachment. While it is not usually used as a first attempt, doctors should use this method earlier to save vision loss from repeated retinal detachments.
…and Often the Patient Wins
More often than not, retinal surgery proves beneficial for the patient. Most of the time, we are successful at restoring and maintaining functional vision.
Sometimes the Disease Wins
Despite my best surgical efforts, many times the results of retinal surgery are less than expected. As I learned from my mentor, “sometimes the disease wins.”