Twenty years after her corneal transplants, 32-year-old college counselor Stephanie Beaver Alder still marvels at how they changed her life. Read more about her personal journey on the American Academy of Ophthalmology patient education website. Read more about Corneal Disease and Transplants here. Written by: Ruth Mugalian Reviewed by: Natasha L Herz MD, Thomas L Steinemann…
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June is Cataract Awareness Month
June is Cataract Awareness Month and according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. As we age, the natural lens inside our eyes becomes opaque and hardens. The more mature the cataract, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove during surgery…
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
Glaucoma.org is spreading the word about Glaucoma during Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is called “the sneak thief of sight” since there are no symptoms until permanent vision loss has occurred. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without an affected individual noticing. The only way to prevent this vision loss, is through yearly…
Dry Eye Season is Here!
Are you suffering from gritty, red, irritated eyes? This may be a sign of dry eye syndrome. Winter is officially upon us, which brings cold, dry weather conditions. Additionally, we pump hot, dry heat into our environment to keep us warm. This combination can cause our eyes a lot of grief during the winter months,…
Dr. Bodker Receives AAO Achievement Award
This year Dr. Fred Bodker was recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) with a 2015 Achievement Award. Dr. Bodker has contributed to the Academy through publications, presentations, and other areas of service throughout his career. We are proud and honored that Dr. Bodker is a partner in the Kansas City Eye Clinic. You…
Doctors and Staff go to Annual Meeting
Each year the American Academy of Ophthalmology holds their annual meeting. All of ophthalmology comes together to learn, teach, and explore the latest surgical techniques, treatments, and technology at these meetings. In conjunction with the doctor’s meeting, the American Academy of Ophthalmology Executives and the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology hold their…
Doctors and Staff attend Annual Ophthalmology Meeting in New Orleans
November 15-19, 2013 Each year the American Academy of Ophthalmology holds a meeting for all ophthalmologists, technicians/assistants, and executives in order for them to continue their education, strengthen their skills, and expand their minds. This year the annual meeting was held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. Additionally, companies related…