Macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of age-related vision loss in the United States, affecting over 11 million people – a number expected to double by 2050. This condition can severely impair your central vision, making everyday tasks like reading, driving, and recognizing faces difficult. Fortunately, early detection can help preserve your sight. That’s
For keratoconus patients, seriously impaired vision can get in the way of living a normal, active life. That’s why dedicated eye doctors at Florida Eye Specialists like Dr. Ravi Patel are committed to bringing the latest advanced keratoconus treatments to Jacksonville-area patients. Florida Eye Specialists was the first in the region to offer a groundbreaking
Patient Vincent Elliott, 28 years old, could barely see to count fingers in front of his face when he came to Florida Eye Specialists. Elliott had lost his vision in both eyes to a hereditary condition called keratoconus. The only way to treat it is through a corneal transplant. Due to Elliott’s condition, he struggled
Freeman Kelly, an adjunct professor from the Bahamas, traveled to Jacksonville to receive a life-changing cornea transplant eye surgery. The 71-year-old professor has suffered from glaucoma and cataracts for years. After undergoing three different eye surgeries, Kelly’s vision still suffered. His blurry and unfocused vision had made it impossible for him to walk or drive
Dr. Ravi Patel of Florida Eye Specialists recently became the first doctor in North Florida to perform the new PDEK surgery, an advanced type of cornea transplant that provides faster visual recovery times for patients. Using the PDEK technique, doctors take the two innermost layers of the cornea, along with the newly discovered Dua’s layer,
Dr. S. Akbar Hasan is the first in the region to perform the new DMEK surgery, which replaces an ultra-thin section of the cornea, which improves vision outcomes, recovery time, and adoption of the donor cornea. Book an Appointment with Dr. Hasan or contact us to learn more about if DMEK surgery is right for
The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped surface covering the front of your eye. It’s main function is to help your eye focus. This vital part of your vision can develop several different conditions.
LASIK is a surgical procedure that can reduce a person’s dependence on corrective lenses, glasses, or contact lenses for clear vision. While the procedure is safe and effective for most patients, not everyone is a good candidate for LASIK.
In this installment of Ask the Doctors, Dr. Ravi Patel answers the question “What is a Cornea Transplant?” You may be surprised at how often this procedure is done.
A cornea transplant is a surgical procedure that replaces tissue inside the eye with tissue from a donor. More specifically, the surgeon replaces the cornea, which is the clear, round outer lens of the eye that helps with focus. The procedure can help you see better and reduce eye pain. There are several reasons someone
