Overview
Investigation into new concepts involving pharmacological vitreolysis. Currently principle investigator of Durham Division of a clinical trial looking at microplasmin as an adjunct to vitreous surgery in the management of vitreomacular traction syndromes including macular holes.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Robert Machemer Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Ophthalmology
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2011 - Present
Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery,
Ophthalmology
Professor Emeritus of Ophthalmology
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2011 - Present
Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Diseases & Surgery,
Ophthalmology
Recent Publications
Comparison of Visual Outcomes in Coats' Disease: A 20-Year Experience.
Journal Article Ophthalmology · September 2017 PURPOSE: To report differences in visual acuities among patients with Coats' disease who sought treatment at a tertiary care university-based practice. DESIGN: Single-center retrospective cohort study. PARTICIPANTS: Patients with Coats' disease diagnosed c ... Full text Link to item CiteMaculopathy Resolution after Surgery for an Optic Disc Pit reply
Journal Article OPHTHALMOLOGY · April 1, 2013 Link to item CiteDislocation of the donor graft to the posterior segment in descemet stripping automated endothelial keratoplasty.
Journal Article Am J Ophthalmol · April 2012 PURPOSE: To report a series of dislocations of the donor graft into the posterior segment associated with Descemet stripping endothelial keratoplasty (DSAEK) and to identify possible risk factors for dislocation and clinical outcomes. DESIGN: Retrospective ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Diabetic Retinopathy Vitrectomy Study (Drvs)
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 1980 - 1987View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
Columbia University ·
1974
M.D.