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A PUBLICATION FOR OUR VALUED CLIENTS AND PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS

HealthyEyes:The Basics


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About Us:The Eye Institute of Utah is known throughout the Intermountain West as a leader in the eye careindustry. We specialize in cataract lens-implant surgery, cosmetic surgery and refract ive surgeries

including LASIK and Intraocular Lenses (ReSTOR, Crystalens, Toric and Tecnis MF). We also provide

glaucoma treatment, dry eye treatment, laser and retina-vitreous surgery, and corneal transplantation.

Dr. W. Andrew Lyle established the Eye Institute in 1980 at 755 East 3900 South, Salt Lake City, Utah.

At the time, it was the first and largest off ice-based eye surgical center in Utah. Today, this comfortable,state-of-the-art facility allows skilled surgeons to perform major eye and cosmetic surgery using some of

the most technologically advanced equipment available.

The 30,000-square-foot facility houses SurgiCare Center, an outpatient, ambulatory surgical facility

with four operating rooms and a viewing area where families can watch operations. The facility also

has a full-service clinic. The Eye Institute staff includes surgeons and doctors of medicine and op-

tometry, technicians, nurses and off ice personnel. Most patients are from Utah, Wyoming, Idaho and

Nevada.

In addition to its surgeries, the Eye Institute of Utah is also known for its research. We have focused our

clinical research on new technology and procedures; these greatly improve patient care once imple-

mented. Ongoing research will concentrate on new lasers and lens-based refractive surgery. The suc-

cess of our patient-oriented research depends on support from our outstanding staff and referrals from

co-managing doctors.

We have published more than 50 scientif ic research papers in major ophthalmic journals over the pastyears. These articles are highly valued by eye care professionals around the world and are frequently

quoted at conferences in the f ield. The Eye Institute of Utahs research team has also published several

firsts in ophthalmic literature.

The Eye Institute of Utah is committed to the highest qual ity in patient care. We are known for our

warmth and fr iendliness, as well as our expertise in eye care, and we look forward to helping you with

your eye care needs.


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3A PUBLICATION FOR OUR VALUED CLIENTS AND PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS

2About Us

12Client Testimonials

14Meet Our Doctors

4Healthy Eyes: The Basics

Many eye diseases have no symptoms untillate in the disease, making many eye diseases

are not apparent until diagnosed during a

comprehensive eye examination.

6Computer Games, Children,

and Eye StrainDespite the fact that video games almost

certainly have an important place in your

childs life, what are those games doing to your

childs eyes?

8About Cataracts

Developing cataracts is considered partof the normal aging process. About fifty

percent of people between the ages of 65

and 74 are developing or have developed

cataracts, and the percentage increases to

70 percent for those who are 75 or older.

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Get regular, comprehensive eyeexaminations.

Many eye diseases have no symptoms until late inthe disease, making many eye diseases are not ap-

parent until diagnosed during a comprehensive eye

examination. The American Academy of Ophthal-

mology currently recommends the schedule below

for comprehensive medical eye examinations in

healthy people with no family history, personal his-

tory, or risk factors for eye disease. Since everyone

is different, consult your doctor as to how often youshould get a comprehensive eye examination:

Age 2029: at least once each year

Age 3039: at least twice each year

Age 40 64: every 24 years

Age 65 or older: every 12 years

Stop smoking.If you smoke, stop. Smoking increases your risk

of developing cataracts and aggravates uncom-

fortable dry eyes. It also builds up plaque in your

bloodstream and weakens arter ies. This not only

increases your risk of a heart attack, but it can

damage the retina and cause vision loss. Addition-

ally, smoking can increase ones risk of maculardegeneration and many other diseases by increas-

ing oxidative stress, narrowing blood vessels, and

reducing blood f low to the eye. The good news

is that after you quit, your risk of eye disease is

about the same as for non-smokers.

Always Wear Sunglasses.

UV radiation can hurt your eyes just like it doesyour skin. Effects add up and can cause problems

like cataracts, cornea burns, and even cancer of

the eyelid. Whenever youre outside -- even on

cloudy days -- wear sunglasses or contacts that

block 99% to 100% of UV-A and UV-B rays.

Protective lenses dont have to be expensive, just

check the label. Hats block exposure, too. Snow,

water, sand, and concrete all can reflect UV rays.

Eat for Your Heart and Your Eyes.Foods that help circulat ion are good for your

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heart, eyes, and v ision. Your eyes rely on the nu-

trients you consume. Choose heart-healthy foods

like citrus fruits, dark leafy greens, and whole

grains. Foods rich in zinc -- beans, peas, peanuts,

oysters, lean red meat, and poultry -- can help eyesresist light damage. And carrots do help eyesight:

the vitamin A in them is important for good

vision. Other nutrients that help eyes include beta-

carotene (found in many yellow or orange fruits

and veggies), and lutein and zeaxanthin (found in

leafy greens and colorful produce). This may be

especially important in light of research implicat-

ing oxidative stress in major eye diseases.

Take a 20-Second Computer Break

Staring at a computer (or any digital screen)

wont hurt your eyes, but it can make them feel

tired and dry. Surprisingly, we blink about half as

often when were looking at a screen. Follow the

20/20/20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at least 20

feet away for at least 20 seconds. Also, place yourscreen so its about 25 inches away and slightly

below eye level. Reduce g lare by moving light

sources or using a screen filter.

Use Safety Glasses at Work and Play

Nearly half of al l eye injuries happen at home, not

on a job site. Use safety glasses whenever a project

might send debris flying or splash hazardouschemicals. Protective eyewear may prevent 90% of

sports-related eye injuries. Lenses should be made

of polycarbonate plastic -- which is 10 times more

impact resistant than other materials. Some sports

with the most injuries are baseball/softball, racket

sports, lacrosse, and basketball.

Dont Ignore Eye ProblemsIf your eyes are itchy or red, soothe them with

cold compresses, antihistamines, or eye drops. If

you feel grittiness, like theres sand in your eye,

rinse with clean water or saline. See a doctor if

symptoms continue, or if you have eye pain, secre-

tions, swelling, or sensitivity to l ight. Other rea-

sons to see a doctor: dark floating spots, flashes of

light, or any time you cant see normally.

Clean Your Contact LensesTake care of your eyes by taking care of your con-

tacts. Always wash your hands before handling

lenses. Use only cleaners and drops approved by

your eye doctor. Clean, rinse, and dry the case

each time you remove the lenses, and replace it ev-

ery two to three months. Dont wear lenses whenyoure swimming or using cleaning products.

Dont leave daily wear lenses in while you sleep,

even for a nap. And dont wear lenses longer than

recommended.

Know Your Health History

Many seemingly unrelated health conditions can

affect your eyes. High blood pressure and diabe-tes can reduce blood f low to the eyes. Immune

system disorders in the lungs, thyroid glands, or

elsewhere can inf lame eyes, too. Other threats

include multiple sclerosis, aneurysms, and cancer.

Tell your eye doctor about any current or past

health issues, including family members with eye

problems or serious illnesses.

Read Drug LabelsMany types of drugs -- or combinations of drugs

-- can af fect your vision. These include analge-

sics, antacids, anti-anxiety drugs, antibiotics,

anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, antidepressants,

antihypertensives, corticosteroids, diuretics, and

oral contraceptives. Ask your doctor about pos-

sible side effects and look for issues like dry or

watery eyes, double vision, light sensitivity, puffy

or droopy eyelids, and blurred vision.

Use Safety Glasses at Work and Play.Nearly half of all eye

injuries happen at home, not on a job site. Use safety glasses whenever

a project might send debris flying or splash hazardous chemicals.

Protective eyewear may prevent 90% of sports-related eye injuries.


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But despite the fact that video games almost

certainly have an important place in your

childs life, what are those games doing to

your childs eyes?

For anyone, too much t ime on the computer can

make your eyes tired. Theres a name for digital

eye strain: Computer Vision Syndrome, and it

affects as many as 93 percent of those who use a

computer. Thats not just the t raditional

desktop computer anymore; you

also have to include laptops, tablets,

smart phones, and even e-readers

anything with a bright, interesting

screen. Although not everyone who

has a problem will seek medical help, some op-

tometrists have reported that about a th ird of their

patients have some symptoms related to CVS.

How serious is the problem? The Kaiser Family

Foundation did a study to find out. They surveyed

participants who were between the ages of eight

and 18, and they found that these chi ldren were

spending more than 7.5 hours every day using

some form of electronic media. About 1.5 hours of

that time was time spent texting.

Why is staring at an electronic screen a problem?

There are really a couple of reasons. The first is

that the eye functions best and most naturally

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when looking at objects located about 20 feet

away. When the eyes look at something closer,

they have to focus more, which puts more strain

on the eyes. Not only that, but when anyone looks

at an electronic screen, the tendency is to blinkless, which in turn leads to dryer eyes.

The symptoms are serious ones: vision that is

blurred, diff icult y in cont inuing to focus at close

range, eyes that are dry and irritated, a feeling of

being tired, and headaches. Its harder to learn

and it is also harder to be productive when the

eyes are not functioning correctly, so protect yourchildrens eyes as much as possible. CVS can be

a problem for adults at work, but imagine what it

does to your child at school.

Your child may not real ize the need for rest; they

often take problems with thei r eyes for granted,

and dont realize that the problem exists, or that it

needs to be fixed. What can you do as a parent?

One simple defense is just to teach your children to

take a vision break periodically. You can make it a

requirement that your child needs to surface periodi-

cally in order to rest the eyes. Some doctors call it

the 20/20/20 rule: stop every 20 minutes, and look

at something located approximately 20 feet away for

about 20 seconds. You may have to help your chil-

dren with this by helping them find an object that is

located an appropriate distance from their favorite

spot for using electronic media; you can also help by

having them use something simple, like a timer, to

remind them to take a break.

Another rule is one you probably have already.

Dont let your child be someone who spends 7.5

hours a day using electronic media. Set limits

do not let children under the age of two spend any

time at all looking at a screen, and dont allow

more than two hours a day after that. Follow up

on those limits, too, and watch for signs of a de-

veloping problem. If you can see that your child is

squinting a lot, rubbing both eyes, and complain-

ing about pain in the head, neck, or back, the realproblem might be CVS.

Check to see how close your child holds a device.

The distance between your childs elbow and first

knuckle is cal led the Harmon Distance. It should

be the minimum distance between your child

and any electronic device. Closer than that, your

childs eyes will have to compensate by workingharder. Holding a device at least that far away

should be natural, so if your child isnt, theres

also a chance your child has some kind of vision

problem. Dont assume things are f ine; have an

eye doctor check it out.

Encourage outdoor play for about an hour a day.

Your child needs exercise, of course, but this alsomakes it less likely that your child will become

nearsighted. Give the muscles of the eye a chance

to focus on something far ther away than an iPad

or iPhone.

Its also an excellent idea to schedule periodic eye

checkups with an eye doctor, starting when your

children are still extremely young . The first eye

exam should take place at six months. After that,

take your children to see the eye doctor at the age of

three, just before starting school, and then annually.

As long as a child is not experiencing any prob-

lems, some doctors think an exam is only neces-

sary every couple of years, but even if every-

thing seems to be fine it is still important to let

the doctor know whether you have any concerns

about eye strain.

Encourage outdoor play for about an hour a day. Your

child needs exercise, of course, but this also makes it less likely that

your child will become nearsighted. Give the muscles of the eye a

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The lens is supposed to be clear, but when

any part of it becomes cloudy, blocking

light from reaching your retina, doctors

call it a cataract. The cloudiness generally occurs

as you age because the proteins structure chang-

es, creating clumps that block light.

The Risk Factors

The biggest risk factor for cataracts i s age, al-

though a smal l number of people have a genetic

predisposition. Cataracts are sometimes also

caused by other problems, such as an eye injury,

diabetes, or as a long-term side effect of taking

corticosteroid medications such as prednisone.

Other risk factors include:

Exposure to too much ultraviolet radiation

Hyptertension

Obesity

Smoking or heavy drinking

Statin medications, which reduce cholesterol

Hormone replacement therapy

A history that includes eye surgery, injury, or

inflammation

Nearsightedness

Developing cataracts is considered part of the

normal aging process. About fifty percent of

people between the ages of 65 and 74 are de-

veloping or have developed cataracts, and the

percentage increases to 70 percent for those who

are 75 or older.

If you live long enough, you are probably going to

develop cataracts.

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The Scope of the Problem

Cataracts can make you blind. Most people who

are over 40 and blind have them. In fact, 22 mil-

lion people in the U.S. over 40 have cataracts.

Cataracts are also the leading cause of blindnessthroughout the entire world.

Prevent Blindness America (PBA) has stated that

more people have cataracts than diabetic retinopa-

thy, glaucoma, or macular degeneration com-

bined. PBA also estimates that by 2020, more than

30 mill ion people in the U.S. will have cateracts.

For 99 percent of those with cataracts, the cata-

racts are age-related. The remaining one percent

have congenital cataracts.

There are three kinds of cataract, depending on

the location of the clouding:

Subcapsular cataracts are located at the back

of the lens. This is the type of cataract thatusually develops when someone has diabetes

or takes steroid medications.

Nuclear cataracts are in the central part of

the lens, called the nucleus. When someone

ages, this is where a cataract is most likely to

develop.

Corticol cataracts start at the lens periphery,

which is formally called the lens cortex, and

grow toward the center of the lens. They are

white and form wedges that extend toward the

center somewhat like the spokes on a wheel.

They are associated with being farsighted and

aging

Recognizing the ProblemIf you have cataracts, you might not rea lize it

right away. The changes to your vision are subtle

at first:

Maybe youll notice a little blurring or

clouding when you look at things.

The sun or a light may seem unpleasantly

bright and glaring.

Colors are gradually drained. When you look

at the sky, for example, you might not see theblue color anymore.

If you have a nuclear cataract, you might actually

notice an improvement in your distance vision

called second sight. Unfortunately, this is tempo-

rary. Sometimes there are no symptoms until the

cataract is significantly affecting your sight.

Cataracts are par t of the reason why it is impor-

tant to have your v ision checked regularly. If you

do notice a change in your vision, schedule an

exam so an eye doctor can determine whether

you have this or some other eye problem.

Postponing Cataracts

It may not be possible to prevent a cataractfrom developing, but you might be able to

postpone the problem. Since there appears to be a

connection between oxidation and the develop-

ment of cataracts, good nutr ition can help:

for example, eating antioxidant rich fruits

and vegetables. Specifically, vitamin C

and omega 3 fatty acids could help.

According to one ten-year study that

followed a group of women who were

also health professionals, it may also help

to increase the amount of vitamin E in your

diet, and to eat carotenoids such as lu-

tein and zeaxanthin. This can be done by

focusing on specific foods or by taking

dietary supplements.

Almonds, spinach,

and sunflower seeds

all have vitamin E in

You might be able to offset the progress of your

cataractsfor a while through nonsurgical means. For example,

maybe you need bifocals, a stronger prescription, access to a

magnifying glass, and better lighting.


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them. For lutein and zeaxanthin, eat green, leafy

vegetables such as kale and spinach.

Reducing the amount of meat you eat can a lso

help. According to a study that appeared in TheAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutri tion, you are more

likely to develop cataracts if you eat more than 3.5

ounces of meat each day. Vegetarians and vegans

were 40 percent less likely to develop cataracts

than those who ate the most red meat, a lthough it

isnt clear whether it was other lifestyle choices,

the absence of meat or the increase in vegetables

that made the dif ference. In between were themoderate meat eaters, those who ate very litt le

meat, and those who eat only f ish. There were

27,670 participants in the study; they reported

themselves as being nondiabetic and were over

the age of 40, and they filled out a survey that was

then compared against their medical records.

Ultraviolet rays can damage your eyes and po-tentially cause cataracts, so wearing sunglasses

that screen 100 percent of all ult raviolet rays will

protect your eyes.

Treatment

You might be able to offset the progress of your

cataracts for a while through nonsurgical means.

For example, maybe you need bifocals, a stronger

prescription, access to a magnifying glass, and

better lighting. If these are adequate, then you can

postpone surgery unt il you really need it.

The point at which you should consider surgery i s

when the cataracts are impacting your quality of

life. When that day comes, you should know that

surgery can make a real and welcome difference.

The PBA states that more people have surgery

each year on their cataracts than is the case for

any other kind of surgery in the U.S. That is

because cataract surgery is considered to be both

safe and effective. For 90 percent of those who un-

dergo cataract surgery, the result is vision ranging

between 20/20 and 20/40.

The surgery consists of removing the clouded

lens and replacing it with a new one. Innova-

tions include lenses that can focus in a way that

is increasingly more like the way the original lens

functioned, and also lens that screen out retina-

damaging ultraviolet and blue light rays.

Cataract surgery is a well-established procedure,

but surgeons are working to improve it all the

time. In part icular, surgeons have benefited from

the technology and skills acquired as a result of

LASIK surgery. Femtosecond lasers, which have

been in use for about ten years, make it possible to

quickly and precisely make an extremely small in-

cision that can then be used by the surgeon whileremoving the original lens and inserting a new

one. The results are more accurate than would

ever be possible using older methods. The corneal

incision wont even need a stitch, because it wi ll

be self- sealing.

Many parts of growing older cant be remedied.

At least when it comes to your eyes, however, the

right surgeon can implant new lenses that wil l

make it possible for you to see again.

And that includes being able to see the blue color

of the sky on a beauti ful day, the same way you

did before cataracts destroyed your sight.

Many parts of growing older cant be remedied.

At least when it comes to your eyes, however, the right

surgeon can implant new lenses that will make it possible for

you to see again.


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Bringyour

into worldfocus

Like our vision-correction departments, Te Eye Institutes cosmetic surgery division features world-classsurgeons, world-class technology, and world-class results. Dr. John D. McCann is a highly experienced

cosmetic surgeon who leads an experienced cosmetic team.

ime and time again, patients have been delighted with Dr. McCann and his staff. And if youre

considering cosmetic surgery, you will be too. After all, your appearance is too important to trust to just

anyone. For more information on cosmetic surgery or if you would like to schedule a consult with Dr.

McCann, give us a call at 800-760-4171.

What other cosmetic procedures does The Eye Institute of Utah perform?

Brow Lifts | Face Lifts | Forehead Lifts | Lesion Removal | All Eyelid Malpositions

Facial Wrinkles | Eyelid and Facial Lacerations | Blepharospasm

Dermal Fillers | Latisse

755 East 3900 SouthSalt Lake City, U 84107

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I do competition shooting so I need my eyes. I went to my ophthalmologist in Florida because I

thought I needed a new prescription on my glasses and she told me I needed cataract surgery. I did a lotof researching online and found the Lensx laser for cataract surgery. My wife had it done the old fash-

ioned way. I would say that after reading all the research, I went with the laser method because I felt it

reduced the amount of error that the manual method could not guarantee.

RONALD MOHAR, COMPETITIVE SHOOTER, NAPLES, FL

My vision was blurry, I had trouble with distance vision and I could not pass the eye portion of the

Drivers License test. My daughter had Lasik with Dr. Slade. I would say I chose Dr. Slade for his great

reputation, because I feel if I dont have confidence in my doctor I shouldnt go to him.

LEON GOLDSTEIN, HOUSTON, TX

My night vision was the f irst th ing to go. I was on the computer for about 8 hours a day and my nose

was touching the glass to see it! I actual ly had one eye done with traditional surgery and one eye with

the laser. The laser procedure in Dr. Slades office was extremely simple and Im amazed that I am not

wearing reading glasses. Dr. Slade and his team are so extremely professional, everything has been

great.

BOB BELOW, HOUSTON, TX

I could not drive at night and had a lot of trouble reading. It gave me great confidence knowing it was

Dr. Slade, performing the surgery with the femtosecond laser, the best thing out there for cataract sur-

gery. Being an experienced cataract patient, I truly believe Dr. Slade and all at Slade-Baker Vision, are

the best in the world.

BILL BLOMQUIST, CHICAGO, ILL

How cataracts affected myvision before I had surgery


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Both the decisions of choosing Dr. Slade and choosing the premium lenses were I felt, some of the most

important medical decisions of my life. The entire process was a complete success. I was one of the

first 50 patients to have the femtosecond laser cataract procedure. Apart from being the most pre-emi-

nent eye surgeon, Dr. Slade is a kind and caring human being.

BILL BLOMQUIST, CHICAGO, IL

The Restor lens was an out-of-pocket expense but I sew a lot and I just wanted to have the best vi sion

I could possibly get. Knowing I had a better chance of being able to see close up with the Restor wasthe main reason I chose it. After having the Restor lenses put in during my laser cataract surgery, I can

now drive, read and do my computer work.

LINDA BIXLER, HOUSTON, TX

The benefit of premium, multifocal intraocular lensesand a full range of vision...

At my eye checkup the doctor covered my left eye,

and I couldnt see the biggest E. After having the laser

cataract surgery, I can now drive, read and do mycomputer work.


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Randy B. Carter, OD, FAAODr. Carter specializes in treating dry eye conditions and glaucoma at The Eye Institute of

Utah, where he also directs the optometric residency and optometric internship programs. Dr.

Carter has lectured and taught nationally and locally on eye-related topics and is licensed in

several states.

Robert J. Cionni, MD

Dr. Cionni is the Medical Director of The Eye Institute of Utah and specializes in cataract and re-

fractive lens implant surgery, LASIK, and PRK. Dr. Cionni is on the forefront of advanced cataract

and implant techniques:

He was one of the first surgeons in the Midwest to perform sutureless cataract surgery.

He has taught other ophthalmologists about advanced cataract surgery techniques and the

management of cataract and implant complications.

He has authored and co-authored manuscripts, textbook chapters, and video journal segmentsthat are read and v iewed worldwide.

Dr. Cionni is particularly interested in patients with traumatic cataract, congenital lens sub-

luxation, and disease-induced zonular weakness. He has designed special implants and surgical

techniques to improve surgical outcomes, and has helped patients with ocular injuries from

around the world.

Dr. Cionni is a member of several societ ies and associations. He is Board Cert ified as a Fellow of

the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has been selected by his peers as one of the best doc-

tors in America.

Alan S. Crandall, MDA world-renowned cataract and glaucoma expert, Dr. Crandall is a specialist in t he medi-

cal and surgical management of cataracts a nd glaucoma. He has been a principal investi-

gator in clinical research projects relating to cata racts and glaucoma, and has performed

thousands of refractive surgeries. Dr. Crandall has been invited to lecture on these subjects

throughout the world.

Dr. Crandall is on the editorial board for both the Journal of Cataract and Refract ive Surgery and

the Ocular Surgery News.

Dr. Crandall is a past president of the Utah Ophthalmology Society and president for the American

Society of Cataract and Refract ive Surgery. He has received national awards, been a guest lect urer,

and presented in many countries. Dr. Crandall has also published more than 100 papers for peer

review and more than 10 medical books or chapters.

Meet Our Doctors


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Darcy H. Wolsey, MD, MPHDr. Wolsey, a native of Salt Lake, specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of advanced

corneal disease. She performs cataract surgery and many of the advanced refract ive surgeries

including LASIK, PRK, implantat ion of ICLs, refractive lens exchange and presbyopic vision cor-

rection. Dr. Wolsey is experienced with the latest surgical technology.

Michael P. Teske, MD

Dr. Teske is a nationally and international ly acclaimed specialist in the treatment of retinal and vit-

reous diseases, including ret inal detachment, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Hes

been recognized as one of the best doctors in the country.

As a leader in ret inal research, Dr. Teske has been an associate professor at the University of Utah

Health Sciences Center, chief in the division of ophthalmology at Primary Childrens Medical

Center, and an investigator in multiple clinical studies of aging macular degeneration and diabeticretinopathy. He has performed extensive research in other clinical studies and has published results

in several major ophthalmology journals.

John D. McCann, MD, PhD

Dr. McCann specializes in ophthalmic plastic surgery and has per formed over 10,000 procedures.

He is a world-renowned expert in facial cosmetic surgery and the

He is the former executive editor for the American Journal of Ophthalmology, was recognized as

one of the best doctors in the country by his peers. He has been a Professor of Ophthalmology at the

Jules Stein Eye Institute and was the Founder and Director of the Aesthetic Center at UCLA.

Dr. McCann is an author, educator, and speaker who has contributed more than 100 journal ar-

ticles, abstracts and book chapters to medical literature and has spoken at many continuing medical

education meetings for facial plastic surgeons nationwide and abroad.

Dr. McCann is a Board-Certified Fellow of the American Society of Ophthalmic and Reconstruc-

tive Surgeons, and he is also a Fellow of the American Board of Ophthalmology

Gregory A. Christiansen, MDA board certif ied surgeon, Dr. Christiansen is the newest ophthalmologist to join The Eye Institute

of Utah, specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of cataracts and glaucoma. Dr. Chris-

tiansen has per formed thousands of microsurgical procedures and is involved with research and

innovative technologies.

He has published a number of articles and abstracts in well-respected peer reviewed medical jour-

nals. Dr. Christiansen is a member of several professional associations and societies.

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