How do I contact Boxer Wachler Vision Institute?
TO SCHEDULE WITH DR. BRIAN, CALL 310-860-1900, TEXT 424-666-8454 OR EMAIL [email protected] The Boxer Wachler Vision Institute was designed with the comfort of the patient in mind. Patients often refer to the Institute being “as relaxing as a spa!”
What is the best treatment for keratoconus?
Brian is regarded as one of the top leaders in the field of Keratoconus treatment. His role as the "doctor's doctor" has been earned through his broad expertise. Holcomb C3-R® (Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking Riboflavin). Can strengthen the weak corneal structure and prevent cornea transplants.
What is the prognosis of keratoconus?
A keratoconus eye condition is unpredictable and the progression of the disease can vary from patient to patient. When the disease progresses to both eyes, it is difficult for the patient to live normally.
How do special contact lenses help keratoconus?
Special contact lenses help smooth out the cornea and improve vision by allowing tear fluid to fill the gaps caused by keratoconus between the cornea and the lens. If the lenses are not properly removed and replaced, they can create more damage to the cornea and further hinder vision.
What is Boxer Wachler Vision Institute?
The Boxer Wachler Vision Institute is helping by “leading the charge” at the grassroots level. It is our hope that an outpouring of support and requests for a reassessment of the policies may result in positive action on behalf of the Department of Defense. Individuals with keratoconus should be able to live their lives just as much as any other person, and for many that includes a career in the Armed Forces. With their keratoconus stabilized, these people are able to perform all the same requirements of their colleagues that do not have keratoconus and should be treated as such.
Who is the keratoconus doctor?
Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler is a leading keratoconus treatment expert. He is considered by many as “The Keratoconus Guru.” As the first in the United States to report the results of Intacs ® for Keratoconus in 1999, he has performed many thousands of Keratoconus procedures on patients from all over the world. Dr. Boxer-Wachler published the largest study to date on Intacs ® treatment for Keratoconus. Due to his pioneering work, Intacs ® is now recognized as a treatment for Keratoconus. He invented the non-invasive Holcomb C3-R ® Crosslinking System in 2003 and has the most experience with crosslinking in the world.
Who is the best eye surgeon in the world?
Dr. Brian is regarded as one of the top leaders in the sub-specialty of keratoconus vision improvement. Elected by his peers as one of the best eye surgeons worldwide out of 210,730 eye surgeons in the world. His role as “America’s TV Eye Doctor” has been earned through his unwavering integrity and broad expertise. He is often consulted by other eye surgeons who need assistance with challenging patients or by patients that need repairs.
Does Holcomb C3-R work?
Keratoconus in the Military . For over 11 years, Holcomb C3-R ® has been halting the progression of keratoconus. Many individuals have been able to resume living their lives to the fullest, spend time with their families, and resume working.