Ptosis is a common condition that we see in our practice. Ptosis refers to a droopy or low-set upper eyelid. When someone has ptosis, they notice that their eyelids (one or both) are resulting in a tired-appearance. If the eyelid is droopy enough, it can even prevent the ability of the eye to see well …
I was invited by the Keck School of Medicine of USC as a guest speaker for a “Saturday Series” Conference on Thyroid Eye Disease. I discussed the latest in Orbital Decompression Surgery. The talk was titled “Orbital Decompression Surgery: Balanced Orbital Bone versus Fat Decompression.” It was a great morning full of wonderful speakers that …
I was invited by the USC Department of Ophthalmology to give a series of lectures on the latest in “Classification and Management of Eyelid Disorders.” Topics included: eyelid malpositions such as ectropions (where the eyelid is everted away from the eye), ptosis (droopy lid), and skin cancer around the eyelid. The goal of the lectures …
I was invited as an expert in eyelid surgery to give a talk on the “Latest Advancements in Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery” at the Medico-Cultural Association of Los Angeles Physicians at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. It was great to discuss the latest techniques I perform in my practice to help provide natural results while providing advanced techniques …
This past August, I gave a lecture on eyelid and orbital anatomy. These lectures prepared the residents for the Anatomy Workshop that was given shortly afterward in the Anatomy Lab.
If you suffer from ptosis you are most likely at least 40 or older. It progressively makes it difficult for people to see as they age. Severe cases involve eyelids that block a person’s vision, which makes it nearly impossible to complete daily activities and is dangerous for drivers. Medical coverage may be applied for …
