Macular Hole Surgery in NYC
Macular Hole Surgery in NYC
VRMNY retina doctors have trained and taught at some of the world's finest and most respected academic institutions. The physicians who comprise the best retina specialists in New York are experts in vitrectomy surgery and hold academic appointments at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York University, and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Our ophthalmologists in New York City specialize in treating all medical and surgical retinal conditions, emphasizing macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, the two leading causes of retinal vision loss.
With state-of-the-art New York ophthalmology centers in Manhattan, VRMNY is the largest retina vitreous center in the New York Metropolitan area.
Our New York ophthalmologists and eye doctors publish more in the foremost peer-reviewed journals than any other private or academic group in the United States. The practice devotes its time and resources to research and developing new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Many current concepts in retinal disease and treatment recognized worldwide were invented at VRMNY.
The attention, empathetic concern, and careful approach of the eye care specialists and their support team of retina surgeons explain the success of VRMNY. The over 60 member staff provides a full range of educational, medical, and surgical services. With an emphasis on patient education, the staff delivers compassionate and empowering care.
For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, MD, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: (212) 861-9797.
With more modern advances in surgery, everything has changed. The incisions are very small and constructed in a way that sutures are not commonly used. The need for head down position has changed as well. It is common for patients to keep their face down for only a few days, although the size of the hole and other factors are considered when the actual recommendations for macular hole surgery are made by VRM doctors.
Generally the patient uses eye drops for 2 to 3 weeks after the macular hole repair surgery. Complications of the surgery include an approximately 1% chance of causing a retinal tear or detachment that would require additional surgery to repair. There is about a 1 in 2,000 to 3,000 chance of getting an infection in the eye, which would require antibiotics for treatment.
Vitrectomy surgery causes cataracts to form sooner in life, probably because of increased oxygen delivery to the lens. The outside part of the eye looks normal within a couple of weeks but the vision may take months to reach its final level. Most patients with macular hole surgery improve by about 3 lines of visual acuity. A more complete description of what to expect during the surgery for macular hole, the possible complications, and how to use medications after surgery will be related to you by your doctor at VRM.
Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York
950 3rd Ave 3rd floor,
New York, NY 10022
Office Tel # (212) 861–9797
Fax: (212) 628–0698
Web Address: https://www.vrmny.com/
Office Location: https://www.vrmny.com/locations/manhattan/
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Lenox Hill | Upper East Side | Midtown East | Upper West Side
10021 | 10022 | 10023
Working Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8am–5pm
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