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New Fuchs dystrophy treatment / Descemet’s membrane removal – A State of Sight # 118
A new surgical option is available for patients with Fuchs endothelial dystrophy - Descemet's membrane removal. This was recently described by Kathryn Colby, MD, PhD from The University of Chicago. Unlike the current modern operations for Fuchs dystrophy (DSEK and...
Bullous keratopathy – Corneal swelling after eye surgery – A State of Sight #123
Bullous keratopathy is the medical term for swelling of the cornea in the front of the eye that can follow eye surgery. This can cause decreased vision, sensitivity to light, or pain. Watch this episode of A State of Sight with Isaac Porter, MD to learn more about...
Surgery for eyelid lumps and bumps / Chalazion, papilloma – A State of Sight #124
Growths or bumps on the eyelids can often be treated surgically in the office. These most commonly could be from a chalazion, a papilloma, or a cyst. Watch this episode of A State of Sight with Isaac Porter, MD to learn more about these eyelid problems and the...
iStent implant for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery – A State of Sight #125
The iStent helps lower eye pressure by providing a pathway for fluid drainage inside the eye. This can help control mild to moderate glaucoma. Watch this episode of A State of Sight with Isaac Porter, MD to learn more about this new technology that can be placed at...
Corneal collagen crosslinking now FDA approved! – A State of Sight #126
We were very happy to hear this week that corneal collagen crosslinking has just been FDA approved for use in the United States. This procedure has been performed throughout the world for years. https://youtu.be/LBipu-stWSg Welcome to A State of Sight, I’m Isaac...
Toric multifocal lenses correct astigmatism & extend vision – A State of Sight #132
We are very happy to have toric multifocal lens implants available for our patients who are having cataract surgery. These lenses can correct astigmatism and give the widest range of vision possible without glasses and contact lenses after surgery. Watch this episode...
Raindrop corneal inlay improves near vision for presbyopia – A State of Sight #133
The Raindrop near vision inlay is able to improve up close vision by changing the shape of the cornea. It can be a great solution for patients with presbyopia (age related focus dysfunction). Watch this episode of A State of Sight with Isaac Porter, MD to learn more...
Solar eclipse eye safety / Use eclipse solar filters – A State of Sight # 138
Many people are very excited about the upcoming total solar eclipse in North America. Be sure to protect your eyes adequately if you wish to view the eclipse. Watch this episode of A State of Sight with Isaac Porter, MD to learn how to be safe and what can happen from...
High myopia, very nearsighted, vision correction options – A State of Sight #24
In this episode of A State of Sight, Isaac Porter, MD explains the vision correction options available for patients that are very nearsighted. Glasses and contact lenses are usually the first choice, but surgery can be considered for those who would like to reduce...
General Eye Care
Plaquenil Screening Eye Exam, Hydroxychloroquine Toxicity – A State of Sight #23
Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) used for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis can cause toxicity to the retina leading to vision loss. In this episode of A State of Sight, Isaac Porter, MD explains how plaquenil and chloroquine can affect vision and why it is important to...
Dr. Isaac W. Porter, MD
Isaac W. Porter, M.D. is a fellowship trained cornea and refractive surgeon. He is committed to helping his patients obtain their best possible vision with medical and surgical options. Dr. Porter’s areas of expertise include vision correction with LASIK, SMILE, and PRK, and advanced cataract surgery including laser cataract surgery and advanced lens implants that can correct a wide range of vision and correct astigmatism. He is the only surgeon in North Carolina performing the newest laser vision correction procedure, SMILE.