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New laser surgery helps to cure cataracts
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Dr. Donnenfeld Discusses Ocular Surface Disease Diagnoses and Treatments with Fellow Experts
Dr. Eric Donnenfeld led a panel discussion on ocular surface disease diagnoses and treatments at OSN in New York. Comprised of leading ocular surface disease experts, the panelists discussed the most advanced and effective treatment options for several patients suffering from ocular surface disease. As a recognized authority in the field and OSN Cornea/External Disease Editorial Board member, Dr. Donnenfeld is routinely invited to participate in similar events that allow experts to come together and tackle some of the most complicated clinical cases in search of a cure. Click here to read the entire article.
Prophylaxis May Be Essential in Treating Ocular Surface Disease and Inflammation
Most recently, Dr. Donnenfeld was mentioned in a published article arguing that prophylaxis may be essential in treating ocular surface disease and inflammation. In fact, the author discusses how preventative ocular disease treatment prior to cataract surgery can eliminate the development of a full-blown ocular condition, including dry eye. Click here to read the entire article.
Dr. Donnenfeld Receives “Distinguished Service Award”
Dr. Donnenfeld was honored to receive the 2010 Distinguished Service Award from the Nassau Surgical Society. The Society’s decision to give him the award was based on his significant contribution to the community as well as the leadership he demonstrates within the ophthalmology profession. Dr. Donnenfeld traveled to Yerevan, Armenia to perform glaucoma surgery in a population that was without access to quality care. He has also spent a lot of time fostering the Nassau Surgical Society’s Annual Clinic Day, which is an opportunity for doctors to share new ideas and information with each other. These philanthropic efforts – as well as Dr. Donnenfeld’s “dignity, good grace and humor” – were recognized by the Society.
Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island Doctors Address Key Issues in Ophthalmology at the Nassau Surgical Society Meeting
Westbury, NY (December 20, 2011) — Dr. Eric D. Donnenfeld, a Board Certified Ophthalmologist, served as the Ophthalmology moderator and presenter at the December 7 Annual Clinic Day of the Nassau Surgical Society and Brooklyn & Long Island Chapter of The American College of Surgeons. The event took place at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale. Matthew Coffron, Congressional Affairs Associate, Division of Advocacy and Health Policy, American College of Surgeons presented on “Healthcare Policies: Implications for Surgeons & Patients”. The Keynote Speaker of the Luncheon was renowned WFAN Radio Announcer Mike Francesa.
Annual Clinic Day is a continuing education event for the surgeons where new ideas and information can be shared and exchanged. OCLI and its doctors are passionate about teaching others in the ophthalmic field and are able to achieve this mission through this event. Since 1993 Dr. Donnenfeld, a founding partner of Ophthalmic Consultants of Long Island (OCLI), has worked to develop and expand the Society’s Annual Clinic Day.
Founded in 1938, the Nassau Surgical Society’s mission is to advance the surgical knowledge of its members and hold all members to the highest standards of ethics and the delivery of services. It achieves this mission by promoting study and discussion among its members on the science and practice of surgery; encouraging members to present and publish scientific papers related to their surgical specialties; and disseminating information of public interest regarding all aspects of surgery.
Dr. Donnenfeld’s presentation focused on “Femtosecond Laser Refractive Cataract Surgery: The Future is Now”. Several OCLI doctors were also presenters at the meeting. They include Dr. Henry Perry who presented an “Update on DSEK and Femtosecond Astigmatic Incisions after Corneal Transplantation”; Dr. Stanley Berke discussed “Prostaglandin Associated Periorbitopathy (PAP) – Lid and Periorbital Changes from Topical Prostaglandin Drops”; Dr. Ronald Caronia spoke about glaucoma surgery “Canaloplasty: An Alternative to Trabeculectomy” and Dr. Gerard D’Aversa provided “An Introduction to Femtosecond Laser Refractive Cataract Surgery”.
The last program on the day’s agenda was a panel discussion on “Management of Complex Refractive Cataract Cases”. OCLI doctors on the panel were: Robert Broderick, Gerard D’Aversa, and Richard Sturm.
