Drs. Bernard and Jonathan Davidorf Provide Eye Care to Indigent
In March, 2013, Drs. Bernard and Jonathan Davidorf traveled to El Fuerte, Mexico, as part of a volunteer medical mission organized by LIGA International,”Flying Doctors of Mercy”. The team of physicians, surgical technicians, and local student volunteers treated over 200 needy patients with medical and surgical eye disorders. We hope you enjoy this photo essay […]
Dr. Davidorf Returns from Annual ASCRS Meeting
Dr. Davidorf just returned from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Symposium (Chicago), attended by thousands of ophthalmologists from around the world. Dr. Davidorf typically has a rather busy schedule at this meeting, delivering scientific talks/presentations, and teaching courses. Among his presentations was a report on the functional visual outcomes of […]
Advanced Cataract Surgery Course Draws Young Surgeons
On March 17, 2012, a course in Advanced Cataract Surgery was held at the Marriott Newport Beach Hotel and Spa. Dr. Jonathan Davidorf, a clinical assistant professor of ophthalmology of UCLA, Jules Stein Eye Institute, contributed to the program by instructing residents, fellows and invited members of the ophthalmic community how to successfully perform complex […]
Creative Approach Provides Excellent Visual Outcome
A patient recently visited our office whose treatment plan required a creative approach due to the condition of his eyes and vision. The patient demonstrated extreme hyperopia (farsightedness of over 11 diopters in each eye) and astigmatism (3.5 diopters in each eye), mild cataracts and rather significant shallowing of the area of the eye where […]
Corneal Collagen Crosslinking and Keratoconus
Recently, a patient came in who we treated for keratoconus in December of 2010. Patients with keratoconus develop thin and irregular corneas, leaving them with an irregular form of astigmatism. This type of astigmatism is so severe that it is difficult to correct with glasses or even soft contact lenses. The condition tends to be […]
Dr. Davidorf Explores All Options for Great Vision
A history of medical or ocular conditions does not necessarily mean patients can’t enjoy excellent vision. Dr. Davidorf recently performed cataract surgery, implanting a multifocal intraocular lens, for a female patient with a history of diabetic retinopathy in both eyes. Prior to seeing Dr. Davidorf, the patient also had cataract surgery on her right eye. […]
Cosmetics and Eye Safety
For millions of women around the world, wearing makeup is a natural part of their day-to-day routine – a quick dab of foundation, a fresh coat of lipstick along with an application of mascara to make the eyes stand out. While many women consider makeup one of their essentials for personal care and beauty, not […]
Cataract Patient Aces Table Tennis Championship
Neil Kuluva and Martin Sundel recently emerged as winners of the 70+ Doubles Event at the 2010 U.S. National Table Tennis Tournament in Las Vegas. The win was especially rewarding as they won the California Class A Event forty-five years ago, in 1965. Both Neil and Marty have had previous cataract surgery. Neil’s procedure was […]
Hawaiian Ophthalmological Society Features Dr. Davidorf
The Hawaiian Ophthalmological Society recently featured Dr. Jonathan Davidorf as a guest speaker at their annual summer meeting. Dr. Davidorf presented advancements in cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants (IOLs). Multifocal and accommodative IOLs, specifically ReSTOR, Crystalens and TECNIS have proven to be excellent options for cataract patients seeking to reduce or eliminate dependence on […]
FDA Approves Additional Toric Lenses
On May 3, 2011, the FDA approved the T6 – T9 versions of the AcrySof Toric Intraocular (IOL) lens for correction of astigmatism. Originally approved by the FDA in 2005, these latest versions of the AcrySof Toric lens can correct up to + 4.5D of corneal astigmatism. Astigmatism is a common eye condition usually caused […]
Computer Vision Syndrome More Prevalent
Ophthalmologists and optometrists agree that there is too much staring and not enough blinking among Americans and it is resulting in an annoying condition called “computer vision syndrome (CVS)”. This syndrome is not one defined disorder, rather a collection of symptoms that are affecting people young and old who work, study and play in front […]
PGA Golfer Has Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking for Keratoconus
Playing professional golf for over 11 years, Matt Lane struggled with more that just bunkers and water hazards throughout his career, he also had vision problems. Diagnosed with keratoconus, which causes weak and unstable corneas often leading to nearsightedness and astigmatism, Matt continuously searched for solutions to correct his vision. While a procedure to treat […]
Are You Tired of Reading Glasses?
After the age of forty, everyone begins to lose the ability to accommodate or focus the lens of the eye. As we mature, the natural crystalline lenses in our eyes become firm, enlarged and lose their flexibility. This is not a disease or illness, rather a natural occurring event called presbyopia. An indication of presbyopia […]
Can Vitamins Prevent Cataracts?
In the United States an estimated 20.5 million people over the age of 40 show some evidence of age-related cataract. For 50% of these individuals, the cataracts are significant enough to impair vision. Cataract surgery is common and readily available, however, the procedure accounts for a large portion of Medicare expenditures. Prevention of cataract is […]
Dr. Davidorf Selected for Corneal Cross-linking Study
Dr. Jonathan Davidorf, a frequent contributor to FDA studies and advancements in eye care, has been selected to participate in a study aimed at the treatment of keratoconus. Affecting approximately 1 in 750 Americans, corneas with keratoconus can bulge forward into the shape of a cone causing high levels of astigmatism and poor vision. Often […]
Dr. Davidorf Completes Surgical Expedition
Dr. Jonathan Davidorf recently completed a surgical expedition to Honduras. Dr. Davidorf has previously volunteered his surgical expertise to impoverished areas of Central America and Africa in need of cataract surgery. Over the course of his visit, he was able to treat dozens of individuals who would otherwise not have received surgical eye care. Dr. […]
FDA Approves Device for AMD
The FDA has approved a device that may give patients with end-stage macular degeneration (AMD) a viable option to regain some of their central vision. A pea-sized miniature telescope (Implantable Miniature Telescope) can magnify images in the central blind spot that are typically blocked in end-stage wet AMD or advanced dry AMD. The device is […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
