June 28, 2019
New Drug Therapy Could Mitigate Graves Eye Disease
Success of phase 3 clinical trial evaluating teprotumumab for treatment of active thyroid eye disease (TED) brings drug a step closer to FDA approval.
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May 7, 2019
Eye Doctors Prescribe Fewer Opioids Without Compromising Pain Control
A group of University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center doctors have devised an approach to help curb the nation’s opioid epidemic – starting at their own clinic.
May 2, 2019
Study Finds Cases of Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus Tripled in 12 Year Time Span
Large Kellogg Eye Center study shows shingles affecting the eye may be more of a problem for women and adults over age 75, two groups with the highest rates of infection
April 29, 2019
Detecting Diabetic Retinopathy Earlier Using a Smartphone and AI
Pairing a smartphone to capture retinal images with artificial intelligence to interpret them may help overcome barriers to ophthalmic screening for the disease.
April 27, 2019
Kellogg Eye Center at ARVO 2019
See what sight-saving work will be presented by Kellogg Eye Center eye and vision researchers at this year's Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology annual meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia.
April 18, 2019
Corneal Transplants Effective for Ocular Complications of Shingles
A Kellogg Eye Center study finds great promise in corneal transplants for patients who suffer shingles and develop subsequent vision-limiting corneal scarring.
March 26, 2019
Three Senior Residents Receive Heed Fellowship Award
The award provides talented young ophthalmologist with funding for postgraduate studies in ophthalmology.
March 25, 2019
Woman’s Contact Lens Care Leads to Parasitic Eye Infection
Acanthamoeba eye infections in contact lens wearers are rare but serious, and these infections often start because of improper lens handling and poor hygiene.
February 19, 2019
Osteogenesis Imperfecta Poses Vision Risks
One of the lesser-known consequences of osteogenesis imperfecta – brittle bone disease – is an increased risk of eye diseases like glaucoma. Patients of all ages should receive annual ophthalmic screenings.
February 6, 2019
Gene Therapy Treatment Targets Rare Form of Inherited Vision Loss
Advances in gene therapy are yielding new options for treating inherited retinal degenerations, giving retina specialists new tools — and new hope for patients and families.
January 11, 2019
2019 Residency Match
We are pleased to announce the resident class of 2023. This accomplished group of physicians will join the Kellogg Eye Center in July 2019 for their joint Internal Medicine preliminary year.
January 8, 2019
Kellogg Eye Center Pilots RFID Tags to Track and Reduce Patient Wait Times
A popular type of data collection is helping Kellogg providers make visits more meaningful for patients and reduce wait times.
December 28, 2018
2018 Kellogg Eye Center Annual Report
Top ranked University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center has released its 2018 annual report, chronicling research advances, groundbreaking innovation, improved patient safety and effectiveness of care, alumni updates and news of global outreach initiatives.
December 17, 2018
Fellowship Match for Academic Year 2019 - 2020
Congratulations to our senior residents who have matched with outstanding fellowship programs and to our incoming fellows for the 2019-2020 academic year.
December 11, 2018
International Night 2018
Kellogg’s 6 th annual International Night on October 23, 2018 drew over 150 attendees, including over 100 U-M medical students.
September 27, 2018
Examining the Connection Between Chiropractic Treatment and Vision Loss
In rare occurrences, forceful manipulation of the neck is linked to a damaging side effect: bleeding inside the eye and related vision problems
September 7, 2018
Equitable Access to Low Vision Technology a Major Challenge
Low vision devices improve the quality of life and the ability of visually impaired patients to do important everyday activities, but there is significant inequality in the use of this technology by older adults.
September 5, 2018
Vision and Eye Care in Older Adults
Poll finds primary care providers play a key role in vision care after 50; convenience, cost and lack of insurance coverage also affect eye care decisions.
August 30, 2018
Cornea Transplant Restores Young Boy's Vision
A fishing accident could have robbed a young boy of sight in his left eye. His vision was restored thanks to a donated cornea and transplant surgery.
August 24, 2018
Kellogg Retina Fellow Honored With Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation Award
Thomas Wubben, MD, PhD, earns prestigious Michels Fellowship Award