MedBlog

How to prevent infections after eye surgery

Noy Ashkenazy, M.D.

May 10, 2023

Microinvasive glaucoma surgery, or MIGS, offers reduced risks

MIGS typically is performed by using microscopic-sized equipment or implants, precision lasers, and tiny incisions in the eye, all of which leads to minimal tissue trauma and a more rapid visual recovery than traditional glaucoma surgery.

Shivani Kamat, M.D.

April 10, 2023

What patients need to know about the 2023 eye drop recall

As some over-the-counter eye drops are recalled for bacterial contamination, get tips on how to protect your vision from ophthalmologist Danielle Robertson, O.D., Ph.D.

Danielle Robertson, O.D., Ph.D.

March 27, 2023

New glaucoma therapies improve results and reduce recovery time

Gone are the days when people perceived glaucoma surgery to be as risky as the disease itself. Today’s patients can choose minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries (MIGS) or advanced medications for safe, effective treatment and quick recovery. Learn more.

Shivani Kamat, M.D.

March 1, 2023

Macular degeneration: Advances in stem cell and gene therapy

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) develops slowly over time, resulting in vision changes, declining vision, and potential blindness. In this week’s blog, two ophthalmology experts discuss the future of prevention and therapy based on current research. Learn more.

Rafael Ufret-Vincenty, M.D.

January 9, 2023

What to do if your child fails their school vision screening

If your child failed their school vision screening, a pediatric ophthalmologist at UT Southwestern can help. determine if they need glasses or have other vision problems.

Jessica Thayer, M.D.

November 29, 2022

Ask the ophthalmologist: What causes floaters in the eye?

Eye floaters are common, but what causes the small spots or cobwebs to drift across your field of vision? And are they dangerous? Ask the UT Southwestern ophthalmologist.

Angeline L. Wang, M.D.

August 25, 2022

Understanding uveitis: A vision-threatening but treatable eye disease

Uveitis, a rare inflammatory eye disease, is among the leading causes of blindness in people under 40. Jennifer Cao, M.D., discusses uveitis in this MedBlog.

Jennifer Cao, M.D.

July 28, 2022

Breaking ground in eye cancer research, diagnosis, and treatment

Discover advanced eye cancer treatments from expert ocular oncologist J. William Harbour, M.D. Learn why proactive vision check-ups are crucial.

J. William Harbour, M.D.

April 6, 2022

Neurodegenerative conditions: When AMD, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s affect the eyes

Neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s can cause vision symptoms that often go unrecognized. Researchers at UT Southwestern are committed to discovering and refining preventive and therapeutic options for these patients. Learn more.

January 26, 2022

Ask the ophthalmologist: Will new eye drops really eliminate need for readers?

By age 40, millions of Americans begin dealing with age-related blurred vision when they read. New eye drops approved by the FDA recently help treat presbyopia, but are they a game-changer? UT Southwestern ophthalmologist William Waldrop, M.D. weighs in.

William Waldrop, M.D.

December 15, 2021

With DMEK for cornea transplant, less can be more

DMEK, an advanced microsurgery technique for corneal transplants, offers patients faster recovery and better outcomes for their eyes and vision than traditional invasive methods.

V. Vinod Mootha, M.D.

December 10, 2021

Nerve graft restores eye sensation and prevents vision loss

Nerve damage in a person’s cornea can lead to vision loss. Jeremy Bartley, M.D., discusses how a new nerve grafting procedure can restore sensation and save a person’s vision.

Jeremy Bartley, M.D.

June 21, 2021

4 conditions with signs and symptoms that arise in the eyes

Exams of the retina can give patients an inside look at their visual and overall health – before more noticeable symptoms arise.

Angeline L. Wang, M.D.

May 26, 2021

See clearer – faster – with less-invasive cornea transplant surgery

It may take a year or more for full vision to return after a traditional cornea transplant, but a less-invasive method can have patients seeing clearly after only a few weeks or months. William Waldrop, M.D., explains.

William Waldrop, M.D.

May 5, 2021