In an earlier post, I offer the SkyVision philosophy on when to treat a patient with dry eye.For the most part, we treat patients when they have symptoms, although admittedly we have a rather broad definition of what constitutes symptoms resulting from…
Video highlights from OSN New York 2013: Glaucoma
Moderator Thomas W. Samuelson oversaw the glaucoma session at OSN New York 2013, including presentations from Garry P. Condon, MD, Nathan Radcliffe, MD and Robert J. Noecker, MD, MBA.
Stem cells and gene therapy play important role in regeneration of inner ear hair cells
Since Moffat and Ramsden for the first time discovered the possibility of the auditory system in humans in 1977, over the last two decades, great progress has been made in physiopathological research on neurosensory hearing loss. J-rgensen and Mathiese…
Travel patterns of older adults impacted by visual impairment
Visual impairment in older adults because of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but not glaucoma, in older adults was associated with restriction of travel to nearby locations, according to a study by Frank C. Curriero, Ph.D., of the Johns Hopkins…
Study shows inverse relationship between duration of breastfeeding, AMD risk
Breastfeeding for at least six months was associated with a mothers experiencing reduced incidence of age-related macular degeneration later in life, according to a large study.“From a public health point of view, promotion of longer lactation could have a significant impact on eye health in older women,” the study authors said.
Videos: Mazzo, Steinert discuss opening of Gavin Herbert Eye Institute
The Gavin Herbert Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology opened this week at the University of California, Irvine’s School of Medicine with a mission to “develop innovative technologies, clinical solutions and educational programs that enhance v…