Corneal Ulcers: What you need to know.

October 9, 2009 By Leave a Comment

A corneal ulcer is lesion on the cornea where the surface epithelium has eroded or been compromised. Subsequent infection that proliferates can result in vision reduction, scarring and ultimate vision loss yet could advance to the point Where loss of the eye is possible. Fortunately today, We have excellent topical medication (rarely is oral medication of any value) that can limit the scarring and reduce the potential for loss if the condition is treated aggressively and quickly.

Causes of corneal ulcers:

Tiny tears to the corneal surface may become infected and lead to corneal ulcers. These tears can come from direct trauma by scratches, metallic or glass particles striking the cornea or stressing of the surface cells from contact lenses.

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Denver Oculoplastic Surgeon

August 1, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Dr. Jack Zamora is coming to Omni Eye Specialists and caring for our Oculoplastics and cosmetic needs. We offer a full spectrum of Oculoplastics coverage for your patients, both at Omni and at Madison Street Surgery Center. We know you will find Dr. Zamora not only an exceptional surgeon, but a warm and approachable individual as well.

Dr. Zamora received his doctorate of medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and ophthalmology residency at Boston University.

Jack subsequently completed his Oculoplastics fellowship at Boston University becoming an assistant professor at the university and was named as one of Boston University’s premier surgical instructors. Dr. Zamora is a member of numerous national medical societies.

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The Rumor Mill

July 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment

“The report of my death was an exaggeration.”

Mark Twain, After reading his own obituary, June 2, 1897.

I resemble that quote!

The OD rumor mill is working overtime:

  • Dr. Pardos & I have had a falling out: GP & I certainly don’t remember that occurring.
  • I am the next to leave or retire from OES: Me retire? Are you kidding? Not in this economy! Talk to me again in a decade or so (if I ever slow down).
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LASIK Surgery – What determines if I am a candidate for LASIK?

July 7, 2009 By Leave a Comment

LASIK (Laser Assisted In situ Keratomileusis) has become one of the most common and popular elective refractive surgery performed in the United States. The success of this procedure can be attributed to a combination of great technology in addition to a good sense today on who is considered to be a good candidate. Although most of the contributing factors to good candidacy are related to ocular findings, a careful review of a patient’s systemic health and pertinent medications and their side effects is also crucial to assuring a predictable and successful outcome.

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Chronic Open Angle Glaucoma: What to Know

July 3, 2009 By Leave a Comment

By Gary Belen, M.D.

Glaucoma is an optic neuropathy that produces characteristic structural changes to the optic nerve head, often with correlating visual field defects. It is second only to cataracts as one of the leading causes of blindness in the world. However, as opposed to cataracts, the visual loss sustained from glaucoma is irreversible. In the United States, it is the most frequent cause of blindness in African-Americans, with a higher prevalence, earlier age of onset, and greater sensitivity of optic nerve damage than other conditions. It is the third most frequent cause in Caucasians, following only macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Over two million Americans have glaucoma, with an additional one million people who are unaware that they have the disease. Due to the rapid aging population, the number of Americans with glaucoma is expected to rise to more than three million by the next ten years.

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Cataract Surgery Statistics

July 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment

The doctrine of informed consent relates back to English common law. Common law refers to a judge using prior case precedents to determine a legal course as opposed to statutes which are legislated direction. Beginning in the late 18th century, doctors were charged with the tort of battery if they had not gained the consent of their patients prior to performing a surgery. A tort if s a civil wrong intentional or not, not in the context of a contract or statute. Tort law terms, including “standard of care” and “negligence” are front and center in today’s medical malpractice environment.

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