Alabama Cataract Eye Surgeon Brings Symfony Lens Implant to Birmingham

    BIRMINGHAM, AL, September 08, 2016 /24-7PressRelease/ -- On July 15, 2016 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the TECNIS Symfony Extended Range of Vision Lens Implant which is the first intraocular lens (IOL) that provides cataract patients with an extended depth-of-focus following cataract surgery. "The TECNIS Symfony intraocular lens also is the first lens implant introduced in the U.S market that can simultaneously correct presbyopia as well as astigmatism. Now more people desiring extended depth of focus vision following cataract surgery, not wanting to wear reading glasses, and who also have astigmatism have this incredible option," said Dr. Michelson. "As a Refractive Cataract Surgeon my job is to identify and apply the best innovations and advances in cataract surgery and lens implants to help patients achieve their best vision possible. When discussing cataract surgery with patients, most people would prefer to have an extended range of 'clear' vision. This means that after cataract surgery many more patients will be able go about their daily activities without having to reach for or wear glasses than before. In other words, more patients will have the ability to see comfortably at distance, arm's length, and for near without being dependent on any eyeglasses," explained Dr. Michelson.

"As a Cataract Surgeon, a Corneal Specialist and Refractive Surgeon, I realize the importance of precise measurements, calculations and meticulous surgery to get the best possible results for my patients. We have been using advanced design lens implants for many years to correct vision as a part of the cataract surgery procedure. We are excited to introduce the TECNIS Symfony Lens Implant combined with the advanced Laser Cataract Surgery to obtain the most precise results for our patients," further explained Dr. Michelson. "Many patients with decreased vision who need cataract surgery are referred to us not only from the surrounding Birmingham professional eye care community but also from across Alabama. These patients, as well as those we provide consultation for with complex vision correction needs, stand to benefit from this type of lens implant. We are quite excited."

According to data from Prevent Blindness America the overall national prevalence of cataracts is 17% of the U.S. population 40 and older, indicating that more than 24 million older Americans have cataracts. Alabama has a population of approximately 2,250,000 people over 40 years old. This equates to about 387,000 people in Alabama with cataracts. When the cataract impairs vision or safe mobility, eye surgeons are able to remove the cloudy crystalline lens where the cataract forms with proven surgical techniques and then implant a permanent replacement lens to correct the vision. The TECNIS Symfony offers new options for many patients who up until now could not obtain extended depth of focus without glasses following cataract surgery.

If you or someone you know is experiencing cataract symptoms such as cloudy foggy vision, glare, or difficult night driving and would like to learn more about cataract surgery, lens implants or the new TECNIS Symfony lens implant, please call Alabama Eye & Cataract Center in Birmingham at 205-930-0930, visit Alabama Eye & Cataract Center at http://www.michelsonlaservision.com, Google+ or http://www.facebook.com/michelsonlaservision.

Alabama Eye & Cataract Center in Birmingham located at UAB-Highlands, 1201 11th Avenue S, Suite 501, Birmingham, Alabama 35205 and staffed by UAB Medicine eye doctors and eye specialists.

For additional information contact:
Brenda Vinson, Alabama Eye & Cataract Center, UAB-Highlands, 1201 11th Avenue S, Suite 501, Birmingham, Alabama 35205, [email protected], (P) 205-930-0930

About Michelson Laser Vision and Alabama Eye & Cataract Center at UAB Highlands in Birmingham AL.

Alabama Eye & Cataract Center, P.C. and Michelson Laser Vision, Inc. are now both conveniently located together at UAB Highlands on the campus of The University of Alabama in Birmingham Medical Center offering patients requiring eye care comprehensive and advanced vision correction services. Our eye physicians and surgeons are available for patients in need of routine eye exams who may need eyeglasses and contacts as well as those desiring consultation for laser vision correction, cataract surgery, and corneal surgery. In addition, our physicians are also available to patients requiring consultation for complex eye disease and vision problems associated with prior cataract or Lasik surgery performed elsewhere. Thousands have trusted Michelson Laser Vision to enhance their vision with LASIK Eye Surgery and thousands more turn to us for the latest treatments for cataracts, corneal diseases, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease.

Our eye physicians and surgeons-Marc Michelson, M.D. is a board certified fellowship-trained subspecialist in the areas of corneal diseases and surgery, cataract surgery and lens implants and refractive surgery including LASIK surgery. He is assisted by an experienced technical staff, each one a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician, accredited by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.

SOURCE: Medical Management Services Group, L.L.C.

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