Laser Eye Surgery News
- Screenings only part of Retina Institute mission Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 1:46AMRecognizing a need to raise awareness about eye health in Hawaii communities and schools, the Retina Institute of Hawaii formed a nonprofit to provide free eye screenings on Oahu.
- The Importance of Eye Exams for Those with Diabetes Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 10:22AM(ARA) - Nearly 23 million Americans are affected by diabetes and, of these people, one-third, or almost 6 million, are unaware that they have the disease. Undiagnosed, diabetes can result in vision impairment, a frequent complication of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, and blindness.
- Leading LASIK and Refractive Surgeons in Trusted LASIK Surgeons Directory Receive Top Honors at Annual AAO and ... Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 3:15AM At the recent American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) annual meeting in Atlanta, many top honors were awarded to members of the Trusted LASIK Surgeons Directory for their extensive contributions to refractive surgery procedures, including LASIK eye surgery. Dr.
- Richard L. Lindstrom, M.D., Nationally Acclaimed Refractive and Laser Surgeon, Joins Omega Eye Health Medical Advisory ... Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 1:01AM Mr. Robert D. Bauer, President of Omega Eye Health announces the appointment of Dr. Richard L. Lindstrom, MD to the Medical Advisory Panel for Omega Eye Health, a subsidiary of LifeGuard Health.
- Retinal Detachment: Devastating Damage To Vision Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:59PMThere are a number of reasons for blurred vision, but few may have heard of an eye disorder that causes blurred and veiled vision called retinal detachment; an affliction that affects 1 in 100 people. Symptoms of retinal detachment include flashes of light, blurring of vision a feeling as if someone is trying to draw a curtain over your eye.
- And the Winner is… LASIK Washington DC Surgeons Announce Winner of Destroy Your Glasses Online Video Contest Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 2:14AM A young woman from Baltimore submitted the winning video in a contest sponsored by a Washington DC and Maryland-area laser vision correction center. Jennifer Boozel will be awarded free LASIK surgery by some of the most respected LASIK surgeons in the nation. (PRWeb Nov 13, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1609984.htm
- Eyeglass Dispensary and Contact Lens Now Available at Global Laser Vision Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 1:00AM Adding to their repertoire of full-service ophthalmological care, Global Laser Vision now offers an eyeglass dispensary and contact lens for its clients in addition to Lasik surgery.
- Spaghetti feed to benefit boy with eye injury Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:48AMTalkative and articulate, 7-year-old Dawson Holverson can tell you everything that happened that terrible Monday morning. ...
- AAO-SOE Joint Meeting Research Highlights Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 9:18AMThe scientific program of the 2008 Joint Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (Academy) and European Society of Ophthalmology (SOE) included a clinical study of a promising new treatment for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Joint Meeting Marked by Strong Turnout and Rich Scientific Program Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 4:28PM ATLANTA----Strong turnout and a robust scientific program marked the largest and most comprehensive ophthalmic educational meeting in the world, the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s 2008 Joint Meeting in conjunction with the European Society of Ophthalmology , held in Atlanta November 8 to November 11.
- The iLASIK(TM) Procedure Debuts With Leading Technologies Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 12:15PM Considering eye surgery can be a nerve-wracking experience. LASIK is the #1 elective procedure in the world, yet you still probably find yourself wanting to know as much as possible before you make that final decision.
- Ophthalmology - Surgical Products, Software Enhancements And Diagnostic Platforms Streamline Efficiencies From The ... Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 6:16AMCarl Zeiss Meditec, a leader in complete ophthalmic systems including IOLs and disposables, today announced the newest innovations to its technology offering at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting in Atlanta, GA.
- Mending Broken Hearts With Tissue Engineering Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 1:39AMBroken hearts could one day be mended using a novel scaffold developed by MIT researchers and colleagues.
- Ophthalmic Instrumentation Market to Reach $2.5 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, ... Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 1:01AM Given the rise in age-related eye disorders combined with growing incidence of vision impairment, the world market for ophthalmic instrumentation is forecast to reach about $2.5 billion by 2012.
- Prices get a nip and tuck Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 12:06AMCosmetic doctors have nicknames for the days on which they offer deals on anti-wrinkle shots.
- Laser treatment saved my sight after conjunctivitis Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 8:45PM More than 50,000 Britons have laser surgery to correct their vision each year. Now the same technology is being used to treat the thousands who suffer scarring following conjunctivitis or injury.
- Local stocks slide as market tumbles Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 1:45PMWeakness in the financial sector hammered local stocks Monday while the broader market held up a little better. (FITB) (NBTF) (CHEV) (CVG) (M) (CECE) (CBB) (SSP) (PG) (KR) (LCAV) (ATRC)
- Carl Zeiss Meditec Introduces New Suite of Ophthalmic Innovations Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 7:23AMCarl Zeiss Meditec, a leader in complete ophthalmic systems including IOLs and disposables, today announced the newest innovations to its technology offering at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting in Atlanta, GA. These new systems include diagnostic and surgical applications covering the entire spectrum of patient care and supporting all major segments of ophthalmology, including ...
- Carl Zeiss Meditec Introduces New Suite of Ophthalmic Innovations Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 7:15AMCarl Zeiss Meditec, a leader in complete ophthalmic systems including IOLs and disposables, today
- Carl Zeiss Meditec Introduces New Suite of Ophthalmic Innovations Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 7:00AM DUBLIN, Calif.----Carl Zeiss Meditec, a leader in complete ophthalmic systems including IOLs and disposables, today announced the newest innovations to its technology offering at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in Atlanta, GA.
- Local stocks plummet, breaking six-day streak Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ 11:44AMLocal stocks got hammered in an Election Day hangover, plunging 3.5 percent Wednesday. (AKS) (ASH) (CTAS) (BGC) (M) (PG) (FITB) (FFBC) (CINF) (AFG) (ATRC) (KNDL) (LCAV) (PMRY) (SSP)
- Tissue Engineering To Mend Broken Hearts - Scaffold Approach Might Help Engeeniring Of Other Tissues Tuesday, November 4, 2008 @ 10:16AMBroken hearts could one day be mended using a novel scaffold developed by MIT researchers and colleagues. The idea is that living heart cells or stem cells seeded onto such a scaffold would develop into a patch of cardiac tissue that could be used to treat congenital heart defects, or aid the recovery of tissue damaged by a heart attack.
- Advanced Medical Optics to Present at the Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference in November 2008 Tuesday, November 4, 2008 @ 5:00AM SANTA ANA, Calif.----Advanced Medical Optics, Inc. , today announced that Chairman and CEO Jim Mazzo will present a corporate overview of the company at the Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference in Phoenix on Wednesday, November 12 at 1:30pm EST.
- Ask the Doctor: What can I do to prevent another leg ulcer? Monday, November 3, 2008 @ 6:46PM I have suffered from leg ulcers twice in the past six years. The present attack has lasted more than four months.
- Retailers pushing no-interest, no-payment offers in hopes of attracting skitttish Western Mass. consumers Saturday, November 1, 2008 @ 9:48AMSPRINGFIELD - Need tiling or flooring for your kitchen? Want to get laser eye surgery? In the market for a new mattress? Retailers are using no-interest and no-payments-for-a-year deals on a buying public that seems to have less and less interest in spending.
- A prenatal fix to a twin threat Friday, October 24, 2008 @ 9:26PMMinneapolis doctors are now able to repair a rare problem in pregnancy.
- Where Are We After Twenty Years Of Cornea Research? Friday, October 24, 2008 @ 8:09AMTwenty years ago corneal research and treatments looked very different. Contact lens or glasses were the norm and LASIK was only a dream. Large refractive errors were actually treated by using a procedure that froze, lathed and then sutured a piece of corneal tissue into the eye.
- Helping you make smart choices Thursday, October 23, 2008 @ 11:31AMThe path to a great pool table For many a pool table is more than just a piece of furniture, it’s a way of life. A pool table is a great way to spend time with friends and have fun so if you’re thinking of adding one to your home it’s important to do your research first.
- Alcon´s Third Quarter Sales Rise 14.1 Percent Wednesday, October 22, 2008 @ 5:34PMAlcon, Inc. (NYSE:ACL) reported global sales of $1,524.6 million for the third quarter of 2008, an
- St. Luke’s, Sanderson fight continues with bankruptcy filing Tuesday, October 21, 2008 @ 2:06PMAn eye surgeon who specializes in plastic surgery is seeking bankruptcy court protection after being embroiled in a legal dispute with his former employer, St. Luke’s Cataract and Laser Institute PA, for more than two years.
- Valley residents can win dental, vision makeovers Tuesday, October 21, 2008 @ 6:53AMAkin to extreme make-overs shown on popular TV shows, a total makeover will soon be granted to a pair of Valley residents by two local doctors’ offices.
- Going blind an age-old problem Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 7:29PMCataracts are the leading cause of blindness among the elderly. Surgery is the only option, writes KASMIAH MUSTAPHA.
- Going blind an age-old problem Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 7:18PMSurgery to remove the protein lumps that cause cataracts. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness among the elderly. Surgery is the only option, writes KASMIAH MUSTAPHA.
- Advanced Medical Optics Announces Note Purchase Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 6:50AMAdvanced Medical Optics, Inc. (AMO) (NYSE:EYE) today announced that the company purchased approximately $124 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.25% convertible senior subordinated notes due 2026 for approximately $51.8 million and approximately $57 million aggregate principal amount of its 2.50% convertible senior subordinated notes due 2024 for approximately $45.3 million. These ...
- Leading the Way in Cosmetic Surgery Los Angeles Surgeon and Beauty Expert, Dr. Christine Petti Offers Minimally ... Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 3:28AM Based in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Christine Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S is one of the first plastic surgeons on the west coast to offer SmartLipo™ . This minimally invasive liposuction procedure offers fast results and short recovery times. Because it incorporates laser surgery technology, there is reduced risk of complications and less scarring than with other more expensive, invasive ...
- Leading the Way in Cosmetic Surgery Los Angeles Surgeon and Beauty Expert, Dr. Christine Petti Offers Minimally ... Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 2:00AM Based in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Christine Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S is one of the first plastic surgeons on the west coast to offer SmartLipo™. This minimally invasive liposuction procedure offers fast results and short recovery times.
- Report: Tom Brady has operation for infection in left knee. Friday, October 17, 2008 @ 1:36PMBOSTON (AP) _ Tom Brady has undergone a second procedure in 10 days on his injured left knee, according to a published report.
- Medical consumers trading off as cost of care skyrockets Friday, October 17, 2008 @ 12:16AMTo monitor the multiple sclerosis attacking Ann Pietrangelo’s central nervous system, her doctor recommends an annual MRI. Last year, the 49-year-old Winchester, Va., woman had to make a $3,000 co-payment to get the imaging done.
- Most Read News Wednesday, October 15, 2008 @ 5:12AMSINGAPORE, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- An eye-care training centre that can cater to over 100 eye care specialists and engineers from the Asia Pacific region annually was launched here Wednesday.
- AMO OPENS EYE-CARE TRAINING CENTRE IN SINGAPORE Wednesday, October 15, 2008 @ 4:43AMSINGAPORE, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- An eye-care training centre that can cater to over 100 eye care specialists and engineers from the Asia Pacific region annually was launched here today.
- Carl Zeiss Meditec and Optovue Settle Dispute Tuesday, October 14, 2008 @ 11:00AM DUBLIN, Calif. & FREMONT, Calif.----Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc. and Optovue Corp. announced that the parties have resolved their legal disputes pending in the Northern District of California and in Massachusetts Superior Court.
- Manning gets his groove back, Colts starting to click Tuesday, October 14, 2008 @ 1:08AMQB says Sunday felt like first normal game of the season.
- Advanced Medical Optics Announces Release Date for Third Quarter 2008 Operating Results Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 5:00AM SANTA ANA, Calif.----Advanced Medical Optics, Inc. , today announced it will report third quarter 2008 financial results before the market opens on Friday, October 31, 2008.
- Survey of local doctors shows tough economy shaping some decisions Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 12:38AMBLOOMINGTON -- Emily Trefzger Campos exfoliated Martha Hall’s skin as part of a microdermabrasion treatment. “We’re cleansing the skin,” Trefzger Campos, a medical aesthetician and laser technician, explained in a quiet voice as soothing music played in the background. | Free clinic feels the sting of ailing economy
- MTI helps people on to the next big job Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 12:15AMLayoffs and failed ventures have many setting off in new directions
- MTI helps prepare for the next big job Monday, October 13, 2008 @ 12:15AMLayoffs and failed ventures have many setting off in new directions.
- Local clinic gets high-tech eye treatment machine Sunday, October 12, 2008 @ 12:05PMAS custom surgery becomes more complicated, such that conventional lasers could no longer treat eye disorders with accuracy, a local eye care clinic has decided to purchase a machine that will answer visual problems that are not cured using standard lasers.
- Weakening Economy Prompts Advanced Medical Optics To Lower 2008 Revenue Guidance Sunday, October 12, 2008 @ 5:07AMAdvanced Medical Optics, Inc. (AMO) (NYSE:EYE) today lowered 2008 revenue guidance to a range of $1.17 billion to $1.20 billion and 2008 adjusted earnings-per-share (EPS) guidance to a range of $0.70 to $0.80. The company had previously forecasted a 2008 revenue range of $1.22 billion to $1.24 billion and a 2008 adjusted EPS range of $1.00 to $1.15.
- Quick study Sunday, October 12, 2008 @ 1:50AM@factboxHedp3_A&L:Age-related macular degeneration.
- LASIK Surgery Thursday, October 9, 2008 @ 4:00PMFollow a Northern Michigan doctor and patient through the elective procedure.