12 May My Opinion About 2nd Opinions
Second opinions are really beneficial for all parties involved; doctor, family and patient....
Second opinions are really beneficial for all parties involved; doctor, family and patient....
Two weeks ago I learned through a routine eye exam that I had some issue with my right retina. At that time I was referred to Dr. Wong and his associates. During the first consultation with him comfort zone was immediate. I was educated regarding...
I have received a few posts from some of my patient's and welcome the feedback and comments. As of this morning, I have yet to learn how to move comments from category to category. I will do my best to maintain anonymity. Randy Randall V. Wong, M.D. Retina...
Doctors have limited ability to communicate with their patients when there is a language and cultural gap....
Eye findings consistent with abuse....
Standard of care establishes how doctors choose which treatment is most appropriate in a given situation....
Definition of informed consent and an explanation of its different parts....
The data, including patient records, from the largest prospective study of macular degeneration is now "open source." The Age Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) was completed in 2001. It followed over 4000 patients for at least five years looking at factors that influence the development...
AREDS studied the value of vitamins in macular degeneration. AREDS2 may have some conclusive dietary recommendations....
Scleral buckles are being replaced by vitrectomy for repair of retinal detachments....