When Not to Operate in Ophthalmology: The Importance of Saying No
In my daily practice as an ophthalmologist, it is very common to meet patients who come to consultat...
PRK or LASIK: choosing well matter
PRK or LASIK: choosing well matters
PRK was widely used for years. Although LASIK became dominant, ...
Is a balanced diet sufficient, or is nutritional supplementation necessary in AMD?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects central vision. Evidence shows AREDS/AREDS2 supplemen...
I have cataracts, but I can still see well: when should I really have surgery?
One of the most common questions is: “I have cataracts but still see quite well. Do I need surgery n...
Why you should not be afraid of cataract surgery
Why you should not be afraid of cataract surgery
Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most pre...
Why “chair time” is essential when choosing an intraocular lens
Today we have a wide range of intraocular lenses (IOLs) available for cataract surgery and refractiv...
Retinal Detachment: A True Ophthalmic Emergency That Requires Immediate Surgery
A retinal detachment is a true ophthalmic emergency. The final visual outcome depends on:
Wheth...
Opthalmic surgeon Petri Oksman tells us about laser surgery
Eye laser surgery began in 1997 and since then there has been made around the world tens of millions...
ThermoFlo article April 2017
The surface of the eye is moisturized by tear fluid that consist of water, proteins and grease. The ...
ThermoFlo treatment
Do you suffer from dry eyes? Are your eyes constantly running? Dry, itchy and running eyes now have ...
