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Mar 21, 2025 | Healio

A smooth handoff to the referring doctor after cross-linking

Sam Garg, MD emphasizes the importance of ophthalmologists effectively transitioning patients back to their referring doctors after corneal cross-linking procedures. Key to this process are setting clear expectations with patients regarding post-procedure care and the ongoing management of conditions like keratoconus.
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Dec 04, 2024 | UCI Health

Medical missions inspire, drive UCI Health ophthalmologist

Dr. Sameh Mosaed travels around the world to restore eyesight in developing countries
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Oct 11, 2024 | UCI Health

UCI Health ophthalmologists named one of country's best

Dr. Sumit Garg honored by peers for exceptional patient care
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Oct 08, 2024 | Healio

Safe, successful cataract surgery possible in eyes with comorbidities

Routine cataract surgery can become complicated if the affected eye has other issues. Dr. Marjan Farid spoke to Healio about how she approaches these issues with her patients.
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Oct 08, 2024 | Retina Today

One to Watch: Kapil Mishra, MD

Kapil Mishra MD, one of our distinguished faculty members at UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, has been named "One to Watch" by Retina Today in their October 2024 issue! His exceptional commitment to advancing retinal surgery and ocular oncology solidifies his reputation as a rising leader in ophthalmology.

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Sep 19, 2024 | Healthcare Everything

Dr. Sumit Garg: Innovating Eye Care for a Brighter Tomorrow

Sumit (Sam) Garg, MD, reflects on his influential journey in ophthalmology, highlighting groundbreaking innovations and research at the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, while showcasing promising advancements in corneal and refractive surgery that are shaping the future of the field.

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Sep 06, 2024 | Ophthalmology Times Europe

Magnetic cell therapy for corneal endothelial dysfunction

At the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery annual meeting in Boston, Sumit Garg, MD, presented promising data from a phase 1 multicenter study indicating that magnetic cell delivery of human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) to the anterior chamber is emerging as a safe and innovative cell-based treatment. The approach is showing early signs of efficacy in addressing corneal endothelial cell dysfunction, offering a potential breakthrough in treating conditions like Fuchs dystrophy and pseudophakic bullous keratopathy.
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Aug 08, 2024 | KNBC

Olympians with glasses inspiring athletes with imperfect vision

Stephen Prepas, MD Pediatric ophthalmologist at UCI Health and the UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, talks about Olympic gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and the eye issues he deals with
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Jul 10, 2024 | Ophthalmology Times

Marjan Farid, MD, recognized for eye care innovations

Marjan Farid, MD, received the Roger Steinert, MD, Legacy Award at the Octane Ophthalmology Tech Forum, held June 20-21 at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa in Irvine, California.
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Jun 24, 2024 | Ophthalmology Times

Magnetic cell therapy is a potential treatment option for corneal endothelial dysfunction

Magnetic cell delivery of human corneal endothelial cells (HCECs) to the anterior chamber seems to be a safe cell-based treatment that is exhibiting early signs of efficacy for corneal endothelial cell dysfunction, Sumit Garg, MD, ABO, reported at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery 2024 annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts.