Upper GI Tract
Barrett’s Esophagus Barrett’s esophagus is a condition where the tissue lining the esophagus is replaced by tissue similar to the lining of the intestine. Read more… Celiac Disease Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the s...
Strabismus
Strabismus is the medical term referring conditions in which one or both eyes are not aligned properly. There are three common types of strabismus: Esotropia or in-turning of the eyes. This is often referred to as crossed eyes or a squint. Exotropia or ou...
Retinal Detachment
The retina is a light-sensitive extension of the brain that lines the inner surface of the eyeball. It detects light and converts the image of the external world into electrical impulses that are sent from the eye to the brain for interpretation along the...
Optic Neuropathy
Demyelinating Optic Neuropathy (optic neuritis or retrobulbar neuritis) is an acute inflammatory process of the optic nerve, generally occurring in young adults. It manifests as an acute onset of visual loss, almost always unilateral. The visual loss gene...
Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss. The macula is a small spot near the back of the eye that sends images you see to your brain. As it deteriorates with age, symptoms may include: Blurry central vision; Distorted or wavy lines and lo...
Low Vision
While sophisticated technologies and specialized treatment are improving sight for hundreds of Eye Institute patients, a small segment of the population continues to experience the impact of reduced visual function. Adjusting to the gradual changes can be...
Graves Disease
Graves Disease is typified by an apical enlargement of the eye muscles which stimulates other fibroblasts. Fluid is drawn into the muscle and stored, eventually leading to the development of scar tissue. In addition, the swelling of the muscles pushes the...
Acute Red Eye
While many of us will develop acute red eye in our lifetime, the exact etiologic cause may be difficult to determine. Although the most likely diagnosis of the red eye is acute conjunctivitus, the underlying cause may be elusive. A thorough history and ex...