Truhlsen Eye Institute Physicians Treat Patients With Nation’s Only Supra Laser

Physicians at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha has begun using a new laser that can prevent blindness in some patients suffering from serious eye conditions, according to a News Wise report.

Advertisement

Quan Dong Nguyen, MD, the McGaw Memorial Endowed Chair in ophthalmology and director of the Truhlsen Eye Institute, called the yellow laser the only of its caliber in the country and among only two in the world.

The Supra Scan Multi-Spot Laser is being used to treat retinal vein occlusion, neovascular glaucoma and retinal tears and as a combination therapy for diabetic macular edema.

More Articles on Ophthalmology:
PPACA Health Plans Now Cover Comprehensive Childhood Eye Exams
Delta Eye Medical Group, San Joaquin Laser & Surgery Center to Provide Free Cataract Surgery for Uninsured Patients
“S” or “C” Corporation for Your Ophthalmology Practice: Maximize Tax Deductions by Using Both!

At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Register to Attend Webinar

Unlocking Structural Heart Capacity: How Leading Programs Use EMR and Data to Improve Patient Flow and Throughput

Wednesday, August 19
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Presenters: Katie Kennedy, MSN, APRN, NP-C, Community Heart and VascularMisty Theriot, BSN, RN, CPHQ, FACC, Lake Charles Memorial Health SystemKatie Worthington, DNP, RN, Atlantic Health SystemTaryn Shipley, MBA, CSSBB, Lean HealthTech

Advertisement

Next Up in Ophthalmology

Advertisement

Comments are closed.