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ASCRS Features Dr. Jonathan Davidorf
This year, ophthalmologists from around the world attended the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Symposium in Boston (April 2010). One of Dr. Jonathan Davidorf’s presentations detailed the results of an ongoing prospective study designed to describe the visual function and level of spectacle independence of cataract surgery patients with ReSTOR or Crystalens lens implants. Of the current cohort, there are 98 eyes of 49 patients who underwent cataract surgery in both eyes and received either the ReSTOR D1 (+3D add) or Crystalens HD intraocular lens implant.
Patients were asked to rate their degree of spectacle independence following their procedure. Key activities for which ReSTOR patients reported rarely (if ever) wearing glasses were day driving (93%), night driving (89%), computer use (88%), and reading books (79%). Crystalens patients reported rarely (if ever) wearing glasses for day driving (79%), night driving (68%), computer use (83%), and reading books (83%).
Patients were also asked to rate their satisfaction with the results of their procedure on a scale of one (dissatisfied) to ten (extremely satisfied). The mean satisfaction scores were 8.7 (ReSTOR) and 7.6 (Crystalens).
The results document a high degree of spectacle independence in both groups. It is important for patients to understand that, while complete spectacle independence is the goal, reasonable expectations are for an extreme decreased dependency on spectacles.
Davidorf Eye Group is a frequent participant in clinical studies involving advancements in ophthalmology.
New and Emerging Technologies in Eye Care
The course, New and Emerging Technologies in Cataract and Refractive Surgery was held again at this year’s ASCRS meeting in Boston. Dr. Jonathan Davidorf is the Senior Instructor and course organizer. The course covers investigational and newly FDA-approved technologies and techniques, including presbyopic and phakic IOLs, new cataract extraction techniques including femtosecond cataract surgery and intraoperative wavefront measurements, new femtosecond lasers for refractive lenticule extraction and penetrating keratoplasty, endothelial and deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty, intracorneal lenses and multifocal excimer and intrastromal femtosecond laser treatments for presbyopia , and the i-Stent for glaucoma. "I was very pleased with the material presented, the involvement of our terrific faculty, and the insightful questions and discussion generated by the doctors who attended," said Dr. Davidorf. "A special thanks is due our faculty: Ike Ahmed, Anthony Aldave, Michael Colvard, Dan Durrie, Richard Lindstrom, Robert Maloney, Mark Packer, and Jim Salz." The Course will be presented again, with updated material, at the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting this Fall in Chicago.
Dr. Davidorf Supports Local Charities
Recently the 6th Annual Calabasas Classic 5K & 10K Run was held to benefit the Talbert Family Foundation which assists local families with members suffering from catastrophic illnesses. Whether he participates in charities through active involvement or financial support, Dr. Jonathan Davidorf exceeded expectations as he completed a unique, back-to-back feat. After finishing in First Place in a field of 48 runners in his age group in the 5K race, Dr. Davidorf then competed in the 10K portion of the charity event.
Following his feat Dr. Davidorf commented,"This foundation does incredible work in the community and I'm thrilled to have participated. The enthusiasm and energy from all of the other runners made it so much fun that I decided to run both races."
Davidorf Eye Group is a proud sponsor of several charities and organizations both locally and internationally.
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The Davidorf Eye Group is a leading center for clinical research. As a principal investigator on numerous FDA clinical trials, Dr. Davidorf's research has been instrumental in advancing the field of refractive surgery.
Surgeons from around the world have traveled to Davidorf Eye Group to learn first-hand about the latest refractive surgery techniques, long before they have become mainstream.
Exercise and Reducing the Risk of Glaucoma
A new report indicates that a lack of exercise may also put people at risk for the disease. Additionally, the study, which analyzed thousands of runners, found that the faster the runner the more the risk of glaucoma decreased. Read the full article.
Dr. Davidorf a Featured Speaker at AAO
Dr. Jonathan Davidorf recently presented Presbyopic IOL Calculations: The Aspheric ReSTOR D3 and Crystalens HD at the annual American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) conference in San Francisco. Read the full article.
Dr. Davidorf Speaks to Area Optometrists
Recently, Alcon hosted a Continuing Education presentation featuring Dr. Jonathan Davidorf and Dr. Guy Massry. Read the full article.
The May issue of the Journal of Refractive Surgery (Utine et. al.) highlights an article detailing the use of LASIK in farsighted (hyperopic) children with amblyopia (lazy eye). Read the full article.
Wavefront LASIK versus Standard LASIK
Researchers reporting in the Journal of Refractive Surgery conclude that high patient satisfaction can be obtained with both customized (wavefront-guided) LASIK and from standard LASIK for the treatment of nearsightedness (myopia) and astigmatism. Read the full article.
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