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As we age, our eyes undergo changes that can affect our ability to see up close. Many individuals find themselves in need of reading glasses to compensate for a condition called presbyopia, which occurs when the lenses in our eyes become less flexible and lose their ability to focus on nearby objects. However, constantly reaching […]

Children’s eye health is crucial for their overall well-being and development. A pediatric ophthalmologist specializes in diagnosing and treating eye conditions in children, ensuring their visual health is maintained. Early intervention is vital to prevent and treat various eye conditions, including myopia (nearsightedness). In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of pediatric ophthalmology appointments, […]

Many of us distinctly remember the first time we were prescribed glasses. For some, it was noticing that the board at school was blurry or that street signs were hard to see while driving. For others, it was realizing that the phone, computer, or the newspaper became difficult to read. For parents, it may have […]

Title: Two Year Outcomes After Corneal Collagen Crosslinking For Keratoconus and Ectasia Session Title: Corneal Biomechanics, Keratoconus and Collagen Cross Linking Paper:Purpose: To investigate clinical outcomes two years after corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL) for keratoconus (KC) and ectasia.Methods: 50 eyes (38 patients) underwent CXL for keratoconus (n=34) or ectasia (n= 16) in a prospective, randomized […]

The doctors of the Cornea and Laser Eye Institute, Dr. Peter Hersh, Dr. Steven Greenstein, Dr. John Gelles and Dr. David Chu, are renowned experts in their respective fields. They are frequently invited to symposia around the world to present their research and share their expertise. Intrepid Eye Society Presents – Webinar December 2020 Dr. Gelles presented “Innovations and Optimization […]

In this episode, Dr. Greenstein and Dr. Chang discuss: ★ Can keratoconus be treated with stem cells? ★ What is the new corneal implant, Xenia, from Germany? ★ What are new treatments, including laser treatments, on the horizon for keratoconus?

Here at The Cornea and Laser Eye Institute and CLEI Center for Keratoconus we remain dedicated to our patients during this challenging time. Many people want to know; is contact wear safe during COVID-19?  Currently, there is much to learn about COVID-19. We know that transmission of COVID-19 can be made by touching an infected surface […]

Dr. Peter Hersh and the CLEI staff recently hosted five students from Princeton University as part of their “Princeternship” Program. Taken directly from Princeton’s website, the definition of a Princeternship is, “A career exploration program sponsored by Career Services and a unique opportunity for students to investigate a career field and make professional connections by […]

There are many reasons people exercise – increased energy, weight loss, and improved overall well-being. But have you ever considered how regular exercise can support your eye health? While we often associate fitness with heart health, weight management, and mental clarity, studies have shown that staying active plays a crucial role in maintaining strong vision […]

With the long months of Winter coming to an end – we are all ready for it to be spring. But the rising temperatures also come with an increase of pollen and with that comes the negative side effects of spring allergies. You have probably found yourself, a victim, to spring allergies and the annoying […]