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Avastin vs Lucentis: Genentech Co-Pay Card Program Not Nearly Enough!

I received an e-mail this week from Genentech BioOncology, introducing their new Co-Pay Card Program.  Genentech is the maker of the two drugs I have blogged about involved in the current macular degeneration treatment controversy, Lucentis and Acastin.

According to the e-mail:
“We are committed to ensuring that all eligible patients have access to the therapies they […]

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By |November 14th, 2009|Current Affairs, Cutting Edge, EyeCare Topics|0 Comments
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Ochocinco Fined: Save the Dollar, Save the Fine, Support LASIK the Refs!

Chad Ochocinco was fined by the NFL AGAIN today for $20,000!  The infraction?  According to the Huffington Post:
During the third quarter of Cincinnati’s 17-7 win over the Baltimore
Ravens, officials initially ruled that Ochocinco got both feet down at
the sideline for a 15-yard catch. The Ravens challenged, and the call
was overturned when replays showed the receiver’s […]

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By |November 13th, 2009|Free LASIK, LASIK, LASIK the Refs!|0 Comments
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Low Fat Diet: See Better and Look Better

Here is another reason to watch the fat intake.  We have known for years that a low fat diet can aid in weight reduction.  A new study reported in this month’s Archives of Ophthalmology, Association
Between Dietary Fat Intake and Age-Related Macular Degeneration in the
Carotenoids in Age-Related Eye Disease Study (CAREDS)An Ancillary Study of the Women’s […]

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By |November 12th, 2009|Cutting Edge, EyeCare Topics|0 Comments
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Unemployment and Healthcare Insurance: Imperfect Together!

Since announcing The Vision Harvest 2009 free cataract surgery program, I have seen several patients in need of cataract surgery with no means to pay for it.  I am very much looking forward to providing free cataract surgery the day before Thanksgiving on these patients in need.I saw a patient in the office today interested […]

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By |November 10th, 2009|Cataract surgery, Community, Patient Experiences, Video Testimonials, Vision Harvest|0 Comments
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Gene Therapy Shows Promise in Restoring Vision

There is an interesting article in this month’s Lancet:  Age-dependent effects of RPE65 gene therapy for Leber’s congenital amaurosis: a phase 1 dose-escalation trial.    Results were also reported in yesterday’s New York Times.

According to the Lancet article:
Gene therapy has the potential to reverse disease or prevent further
deterioration of vision in patients with incurable inherited retinal
degeneration. […]

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By |November 3rd, 2009|Cutting Edge, EyeCare Topics|0 Comments
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Who Should Implant Your Cataract Premium IOL?

There was an interesting presentation Sunday at the Annual AAO meeting in San Francisco given by Dr. Vinjay Shah.  EyeWorld Magazine summarized his findings:
Residents lacking in premium IOL, pediatric cataract procedure experience
Third year residents are not getting enough hands-on experience leading pediatric cataracts and implanting premium intraocular lenses (IOLs) according to Vinay A. Shah, M.D., […]

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By |October 27th, 2009|Cataract surgery, EyeCare Topics, LASIK, Refractive Lens Surgery|7 Comments
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Free LASIK Offered to MLB Umpires Again!

Three bad calls in Game 3 and several in Game 4 of the ALCS between the Yankees and Angels have again brought attention to the inconsistent officiating in baseball.  Hats off to third base umpire, Tim McClelland, who admitted to his bad calls  in a post game interview.  “After looking at replays..  obviously there were […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |October 22nd, 2009|Free LASIK, LASIK, LASIK the Refs!, Press releases|0 Comments
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VISION HARVEST 2009: Free Cataract Surgery Offered For Those Patients Who Are Uninsured And In Need Of Treatment

Here is a copy of a press release that went out today announcing Vision Harvest 2009.  Several of the surgeons at my surgical center and I have decided to provide free cataract surgery to patients without insurance and unable to pay for the procedure.  The date of this event will be the day before Thanksgiving, […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |October 20th, 2009|Cataract surgery, Community, EyeCare 20/20 In the News, Press releases, Vision Harvest|0 Comments
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FDA Announces Plans for LASIK Quality of Life Project

In an October 15 press release, The FDA announced its plans to implement a 3 pronged initiative to evaluate “quality of life” issues associated with LASIK.  This study will be implemented in collaboration with the National Institute of Health and the US Department of Defense.  The goal of this initiative is to “determine the percentage […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |October 18th, 2009|Current Affairs, LASIK|0 Comments
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LASIK the Refs: Thank-you Phil Cuzzi!

Mark Teixeira's walk off home run in the 11th inning ended one of the most exciting baseball games this long time Yankees fan has seen in a while.  This game will more likely remembered for another blown call.  In the top of the 11th, Umpire Phil Cuzzi called a ball hit by the Twins' Joe […]

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By |October 11th, 2009|Free LASIK, LASIK, LASIK the Refs!|0 Comments
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