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Eye Related Web Sites (links)

Last verified and updated 5/25/07

Clinical Trials Site

This is a database of current clinical trials for all medical conditions, offered by the National Institutes of Health and the National Library of Medicine. Over 4000 ongoing and recruiting studies are listed, with over 75 being related to eye conditions.


General Eye Information

Large volume of information on eye disease, refractive surgery, current events, and other topics.

Information on eye disorders, refractive surgery, and cataract.

Listing of ophthalmologists across the country.

Current information and events concerning eye health, disease, and refractive surgery. This site is mainly designed for ophthalmologists, and thus is highly technical. However, it does contain cutting edge information.

Current information and events concerning eye health, disease, and refractive surgery. This site is mainly designed for ophthalmologists and is highly technical. It does contain cutting edge information and older issues can be referenced.

This website offers a comprehensive information about common eye disorders, treatment, and updates on vision related developments. An "Ask the Expert" Section allows registered users to ask questions about all aspects of eye problems.  There is also much information on low-vision rehabilitation.

This website provides information and support to persons diagnosed with keratoconus. The NKCF publishes a newsletter, distributes patient information booklets, provides physician referrals, helps start local support groups and maintains this website for patient information and discussion.

A fascinating website discussing and illustrating the aura of migraine headache.
 


Cataract / Lens Implant Surgery

The Acrysof Restor Lens Implant (http://www.acrysofrestor.com/)
 

The AcrySof® ReSTOR® lens implant has been uniquely designed to improve vision at all distances – up close, far away and everything in-between – giving cataract patients their best chance ever to live free of glasses.
 


Refractive Surgery / Laser Vision Correction

This is an education initiative of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. Lasik screening guidelines to help patients determine if they are a good candidate for the procedure as well as information about Lasik itself is presented.

This is a website of the federal government (the FDA) that objectively realistically discusses the risks and benefits of LASIK. It also discusses the procedure itself, features of good and bad candidates for the procedure, FDA-approved lasers, and details about the procedure.

This site of the Federal Trade Commission in cooperation with the Academy of Ophthalmology discusses risks and benefits of Lasik surgery, details about finding a surgeon, and tips about Lasik.

Question and Answers about Lasik and other types of refractive surgery.


Low Vision Resources

To address the growing impact of vision loss on the aging US population, the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) has launched the foundation's Senior Site.  This site is designed to help affected individuals and their families cope with the problems posed by conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy including offering tips for maintaining a safe home environment, instructional videos, and links to local low-vision resources.


National Association of the Visually Handicapped (http://www.Navh.org)

Reference sources, support groups, and information on ocular disorders.

Low vision information and a message board for questions and answers. Large text available.

A free library program of audio and Braille materials sent postage free to eligible borrowers.

Patient resources and summaries of foundation-supported investigations into degenerative retinal disorders.

A site by Lighthouse International offering advocacy, news, and education for people with low vision.

Special products such as tools and media for the blind are offered.
 


Retinal Disorders

From the American Health Assistance Foundation, this site includes diagrams, simulations and fact sheets.

Information on macular (retinal) disorders and support group.

Online newsletter, "The Magnifier", is available concerning macular degeneration.

Up to date information on macular degeneration and a detailed day by day description of one individual's experience with visual loss resulting from this condition. Photographs and graphical illustrations of the visual effects of this retinal condition.

An excellent and up-to-date collection of informational sites about retinitis pigmentosa and other degenerative retinal diseases. Support groups and E-mail bulletins are available.

This site discusses albinism and other related conditions, has message boards, and offers extensive publication information and links to other sites.


Glaucoma

Glaucoma information from the American Health Assistance Foundation, including simulations, diagrams, and fact sheets.

Information concerning treatment and diagnosis of glaucoma.

A site devoted to education, research, and practical support for people with glaucoma.


Ocular and Orbital Cancer

This site is devoted to different types of ocular and orbital malignancies, including photographs, ways that the cancer presents itself, and treatment options. The site includes malignancies of the eyelid, conjunctiva, iris, choroid, optic nerve, and orbit. It is written by a prominent specialist in ocular malignancies, Dr. Finger.


Contact Lens Information


Oculoplastics (eyelids and orbit)

Information on disorders affecting the eyelids, orbit, tear drainage system, Botox, and more. Also a directory for finding a board certified oculoplastic surgeon.


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David W. MacMillan, M.D.     Barry E. Roper, M.D.    D. Alan Chandler, M.D.    Malcolm Magovern, M.D.
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