22 Oct The "O" in Eye Doctor
There are two types of "eye doctors." Optometrists and ophthalmologists are both eye doctors. The training of each is different. New practices will be composed of both types....
There are two types of "eye doctors." Optometrists and ophthalmologists are both eye doctors. The training of each is different. New practices will be composed of both types....
Carrots and spinach are rich sources of beta-carotene. But is beta-carotene healthy?...
What is the right time to get an eye exam for diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration? Do you wait for something wrong?...
Complete pupillary dilation is necessary for proper examination of the retina. Patient's with macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy need to be dilated every time....
Part 2: Stem cells are potentially an endless source of healthy Retinal Pigment Epithelium (RPE) cells that may be used to replace damaged cells in macular degeneration. ...
Surmodics announces agreement with Genentech/Roche to combine proprietary drug delivery system with Lucentis (ranibizumab) for the treatment of wet macular degeneration....
Part I of a series regarding stem cell transplantation. It may be the cure for macular degeneration and other diseases....
AMD Alliance International announces video contest focusing on impact of macular degeneration. Winner to win $10,000!...
Alimera Sciences announces positive results on Iluvien. Phase 2 clinical trial data is promising....
Definitions of the term "blindness." Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy can cause legal blindness and usually not complete blindness....