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projects include the extended follow-up of patients enrolled in
the clinical trials forIntacs™ Intrastromal Corneal Ring Segments
(ICRS). I serve as principal investigator for the Phase II, and
III FDA clinical trials for the correction of low to moderate myopia
with Intacs™.
Setting
Risk Management Guidelines and Ethical Standards for Refractive
Surgery.
The elective nature and high patient expectations of refractive
surgery present distinctive risk management challenges to ophthalmologists
who perform this procedure. I have developed guidelines to assist
practicing ophthalmologists in providing comprehensive and medically
sound informed consent to their patients in an effective, ethical
manner. In the informed consent process for incisional and laser
procedures, I have identified patient- centered issues, and presented
these in numerous lectures, audiotapes, and publications. I have
also developed specific guidelines and recommendations for advertising,
considering its effects on the process of informed consent.
My work relating to the ethical practice of refractive surgery includes
teaching new skills and techniques, as well as blending of medical
care and surgical judgment with business goals and decisions. As
the subspecialty of refractive surgery grows, I will continue to
emphasize the importance of responsible, ethical behavior, which
is paramount for patient care.
Ophthalmic Practice Guidelines As the Physician Director
for the Ophthalmic Practice
Division of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, I have had the
opportunity to help create standards for improving the quality of
eye care for our patients on a national and international level.
These practice guidelines are widely used by ophthalmologists in
clinical practice and are based on evidence from peer reviewed journals.
Leadership Positions
Member - Board of Trustees - American Academy of Ophthalmology
Board Director - American Board of Ophthalmology
Consultant - FDA Ophthalmic Devices Panel
Board of Directors - Pan American Association of Ophthalmology
Member - Advisory Committee for National Eye Institute sponsored
study on
Refractive Surgery Functional Outcomes
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