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What is Keratoconus? Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease. With keratoconus, the cornea thins and begins to bulge. Over time, the natural shape of the cornea becomes more and more distorted, causing vision-related symptoms such as halos and glare, flares, smears, streaking, multiple images, overlapping images, and starbursts.  How Does Keratoconus Impact Daily Life? As […]

Keratoconus is a surprisingly common disease that results in an irregular cornea shape. While a normal cornea has an evenly rounded dome shape, a cornea affected by keratoconus becomes steeper and cone-like in shape. The conical shape distorts light and creates multiple focal points on the retina. Distorted light leads to distorted vision, with most […]

What is Cataract Surgery and Why is it Necessary? With cataracts affecting over 20 million people in the U.S. over age 40, it’s no surprise that cataract surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in this country. In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, about 4 million U.S. patients have […]

Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that can significantly impact your vision. As the natural lens of your eye becomes clouded, it can lead to blurred, distorted, or diminished sight. Cataract surgery is a highly effective and safe solution to restore clear vision, allowing you to regain the ability to perform everyday tasks with […]

What is EVO ICL Surgery? EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) surgery is an advanced refractive eye procedure that corrects vision problems such as nearsightedness and astigmatism. It’s a surgical procedure our expert refractive surgeons have been carefully trained in, with excellent results.  Unlike LASIK, which reshapes the cornea, EVO ICL surgery involves implanting a small, […]

When it comes to vision correction procedures, you have several options to consider. Two popular procedures are EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) and LASIK (Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis). Both offer effective solutions for correcting refractive errors, but the right choice for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore […]

The CLEI Center for Keratoconus is world-renowned for innovating and improving upon corneal surgical techniques. One such technique is corneal tissue addition keratoplasty (CTAK). Unlike treatments that simply focus on addressing refractive errors, CTAK was envisioned as a procedure that could address the underlying structural irregularities associated with keratoconus. In 2016, clinical trials for this […]

What is Corneal Crosslinking? Collagen is a crucial protein found throughout our bodies, providing strength and support to various tissues, including corneal tissue. However, for patients with keratoconus, the collagen fibers in the cornea weaken and become susceptible to deformation. The compromised corneal tissue eventually loses its symmetrical dome shape, bulging outwards and resulting in […]

Understanding Cataract Surgery and Its Importance Cataracts are a common age related eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. They occur when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to blurred or distorted vision. Cataract surgery involves replacing the natural clouded lens with an artificial intraocular lens, also known as an IOL. […]

Understanding Keratoconus and the Need for Surgical Intervention Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, thins and bulges into a cone-like shape. This irregular shape can cause significant vision problems, including blurred and distorted vision, sensitivity to light and glare, and difficulty driving at night. While […]