- GlaucomaSelective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) is a type of laser surgery that is used to decrease the intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma patients. SLT is used when eye drop medications are not successful in lowering the IOP and are causing significant side effects. SLT can also be used as an initial glaucoma treatment.
- OphthalmologyDr. Ahluwalia is a member of the American Glaucoma Society and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ahluwalia is an active member of Leadership Tulsa and currently serves as a board member for the Autism Center of Tulsa and Tulsa Advocates for Rights of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (TARC).
- Macular DegenerationAge Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common eye condition among people age 50 and older. It is a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. It gradually destroys the macula, the part of the eye that provides sharp, central vision needed for seeing objects clearly.
- Laser Eye SurgeryFor some patients, LASIK, iLASIK, PRK and even Implantable Contact Lenses are not considered viable treatment options due to certain factors. In these cases, a Refractive Lens Exchange or RLE may provide the best results.
- CataractsFor patients with cataracts in both eyes, a Monofocal Intraocular Lenses may provide the most benefit. A monofocal IOL is an intraocular lens with a fixed focus for one distance. A cataract doctor may select monofocal IOLs that are for near focus, for mid-distance focus, or for distant focus. Only one of these three can be selected and the focus will not change after surgery.
- Cataract SurgeryYour eye’s normal lens is like a grape, having an outer skin and in inner gel like material. When a cataract forms, the material inside the lens (nucleus) turns cloudy and interferes with good vision. Cataract surgery removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with an intraocular implant. During cataract surgery the fine skin (posterior capsule) of the lens is left in place to support the intraocular lens implant.
- Eye ExamWith a YAG Laser Capsulotomy, the patient sits in a chair just like the regular eye exam station. The doctor focuses the YAG laser onto the cloudy posterior capsule using a special aiming beam. As the laser is activated a click may be heard. Multiple applications of the laser are usually required to create a new window in the cloudy capsule.
- Pregnancy
- Autism
- Diabetes Care
- Thyroid
- Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes mellitus, which causes abnormalities in the tiny blood vessels nourishing the retina. Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness among adults. Approximately 28% of current of adults with diabetes have retinopathy.
- MRIThe device was originally developed by Optonol, Ltd. for implantation under the conjunctiva for controlling intraocular pressure (IOP). This biocompatible device is almost 3 mm long with an external diameter of approximately 400 microns.1 It is a non-valved, MRI compatible, stainless steel device with a 50 micron lumen. It has an external disc at one end and a spur-like extension on the other to prevent extrusion.
- OtolaryngologyDr. Conley is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Osteopathic Association, and Oklahoma Osteopathic Association.
- Reconstructive SurgeryDr. Kumar completed his fellowship training in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, orbit, and lacrimal system at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL and the Duke Eye Hospital in Durham, NC.
- BotoxThe natural process of aging involves losing volume in the face and developing wrinkles which can given patients a tired or “saggy” appearance. This can also occur due to a variety of conditions associated with sun exposure, smoking, the effects of gravity, etc.
- Brow LiftBrow ptosis occurs when the eyebrow drops below the orbital rim. Brow ptosis repair aims to return the brow to its anatomical position along the orbital rim. Several methods exist to repair brow ptosis including direct brow lift, forehead lift (for those with mild to moderate brow ptosis) and browpexy (to stabilize brow descent).
- BlepharoplastyBlepharoplasty is a procedure in which extra skin (also known as dermatochalasis) and/or fat is removed or repositioned to help give a more youthful and rested appearance.
- Forehead Lift
- Skin CancerAbnormal skin growths around the eye are a common occurrence. While many bumps are not harmful (benign), they can also be cancerous (malignant) and need to be removed by someone with proper training.
- LesionsLesions on the face are a common occurrence. These can range from skin growths, to irritating bumps (sometimes due to a chalazion) or infections (such as an abscess).
- Allergies