Ophthalmology studies the different diseases that can affect the eyes, dedicating itself to preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases including surgery when treating different conditions.
Skilled and experienced certified surgeon, specialized in ophthalmology and refractive surgery with a passion for helping patients achieve better vision and eye health. With over 30 years of experience in the field, I have performed countless successful surgeries and procedures to correct a wide range of eye conditions.
I obtained my medical and surgical degree at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia. Later, I obtained my specialization in ophthalmology at the same university and completed my residency at the Hospital San Ignacio de Bogotá.
As an expert in the field, I keep up to date with the latest techniques and technologies in ophthalmic surgery. I have participated as a speaker and have attended numerous congresses, conferences, courses, and seminars in Colombia, the United States and Europe.
With a focus on patient-centered care, I take a comprehensive approach to each patient's treatment plan. I provide individualized care to each patient, taking the time to understand his/her personal needs and concerns.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Surgical procedure for the treatment of certain eye conditions such as keratoconus. The procedure involves the placement of PMMA intrastromal corneal rings within the layers of the cornea using a specialized laser called Femtosecond laser.
The purpose of this surgery is to reshape the cornea and improve visual acuity in patients, with the previously mentioned eye conditions, and prevent corneal transplant.
LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) is a procedure that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and improve vision in patients with refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
In this case, the surgery is performed using a specialized laser called the Femtosecond laser, which allows for a more precise and controlled corneal flap creation compared to traditional LASIK methods. After creating the corneal flap, the Excimer laser is used to reshape the stromal cornea, correcting the refractive error, and improving vision.
(Laser-Assisted Sub-Epithelial Keratectomy) is a type of refractive surgery that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Unlike LASIK, LASEK does not involve creating a corneal flap, but instead, the surgeon removes a thin layer of the corneal epithelium to access the underlying corneal tissue. The procedure is typically performed as an outpatient and recovery time may take longer than LASIK.
Surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye using a technique called phacoemulsification.
During the procedure, the cloudy lens is broken up into small pieces using ultrasound waves and removed from the eye. After the cataract is removed, a replacement lens, known as an intraocular lens (IOL), is implanted into the eye to restore vision. In this case, a unilateral IOL is implanted, meaning that only one eye is treated. This procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis.
Surgical procedure to remove a pterygium, which is a growth of tissue on the conjunctiva (the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye).
During the procedure, the pterygium is removed, and a graft of healthy conjunctival tissue is taken from the superior part of the eye and placed over the area where the pterygium was removed. Additionally, a plastic repair is performed to help reshape and smooth the affected area. In this case, the graft is taken from the same eye (unilateral) and is free, meaning that it is not attached to any surrounding tissue. This procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia.
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to remove excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper and/or lower eyelids. The surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis using local anesthesia or general anesthesia, and it takes about one to two hours to complete.
For the upper eyelids, an incision is made in the natural crease of the eyelid, and excess skin, fat, and muscle are removed. The incision is then closed with fine sutures, which are removed after about nine days.
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure performed to remove excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper and/or lower eyelids. The surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis using local anesthesia or general anesthesia, and it takes about one to two hours to complete.
For the lower eyelids, the “transconjunctival blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure usually used for cosmetic improvement of the lower eyelid or reconstructive surgery. There is no skin incision involved in addressing the deeper structures of ligaments, orbital fat, and orbital septum in this procedure”1. A small incision is made inside the lower eyelid, which is known as a conjunctival incision. The surgeon will then use a laser to carefully remove excess fat from the area. After this is complete, the conjunctiva is closed using a laser. Finally, the skin is treated with a laser.
During the procedure, the affected eyelid is numbed using local anesthesia, and a small incision is made in the eyelid to allow access to the chalazion. The surgeon then carefully removes the chalazion from the eyelid, making sure to remove all the affected tissue to prevent recurrence. The incision is then closed with sutures or medical adhesive, and a patch is placed over the eye to protect it.
The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis, and most patients can return home the same day.
Surgical procedure that uses the YAG laser to create small holes in the iris to treat narrow-angle glaucoma. This is done using a YAG laser. This procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and may require anesthesia drops.
Is a highly effective and minimally invasive procedure used to treat retinal holes. During the procedure, a specialized green laser is used to create small, controlled burns around the retinal hole.
These burns help to create a scar tissue that seals the hole and prevents further leakage of fluid into the retina. The procedure is performed under anesthesia drops and takes only a few minutes to complete.
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