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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
Oct 11, 2024 | UCI Health
UCI Health ophthalmologists named one of country's best
Dr. Sumit Garg honored by peers for exceptional patient care
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Mar 18, 2024 | ASCRS EyeWorld
Treatment of limbal stem cell deficiency
Identifying and treating patients with limbal stem cell dysfunction or deficiency can be a challenging process. Several physicians discussed how they handle these patients, including which techniques are available for mild to more severe disease.