Monday, April 22, 2013

Doctor Screens Macular Degeneration Patients for New Implantable Telescope Treatment

Four patients have been screened in Connecticut to determine if they are candidates for the Implantable Miniature Telescope (IMT) for treating advanced macular degeneration reports Dr. Randolph Kinkade, optometrist and founding member of the Academy of Low Vision Specialists.

The telescope is planted in only one eye replacing some of the lost central vision.   There is no telescope implanted in the other eye since it is used for the peripheral vision. After surgery the patient undergoes several months of training to learn how to use the new vision.

                                                 WFSB Television Dr. Kinkade Interview


Dr. Kinkade holding the IMT
 

 
 
To learn more about the IMT please visit Dr. Kinkade’s website. www.LowVisionEyeGlasses.com

You may email Dr. Kinkade with your questions.
rkinkade@optonline.net

You are also welcome to speak to Dr. Kinkade during a free telephone consultation to see if you or someone you know is a candidate.
(800) 756-0766
Offices Throughout Connecticut

Cheshire - Danbury - Farmington - Litchfield - Manchester - Norwalk - Waterford


 

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