Who are the specialists in Guangzhou Geriatric Ophthalmology?
As one of the cities with the fastest economic development and the largest population density in China, Guangzhou's elderly population also shows a corresponding growth trend. With the growth of age, the eye problems of the elderly have become increasingly prominent, especially the common senile cataract, glaucoma, retinopathy and other eye diseases. In order to meet the eye needs of the elderly, many hospitals in Guangzhou have set up special geriatric ophthalmology. The following will introduce the specialists in the geriatric ophthalmology of Guangzhou from the perspective of specialists.
Cataract specialist
Cataract is one of the most common eye diseases in the elderly, and most patients are over 60 years old. Many hospitals in Guangzhou have set up special cataract centers and employed a number of excellent cataract specialists. These doctors have rich clinical experience and professional knowledge, and can provide accurate diagnosis and treatment plans for patients. They usually carry out comprehensive examinations, including optometry, fundus examination and corneal topography, and then select appropriate surgical methods according to the patient's condition, such as phacoemulsification or intraocular lens implantation. These professional doctors are skilled and experienced in the operation, and can ensure the success rate and safety of the operation.
Glaucoma specialist
Glaucoma is another common eye disease in the elderly. It is usually accompanied by elevated intraocular pressure. If not treated in time, it will lead to visual impairment and even blindness. The elderly eye centers in Guangzhou are equipped with specialized glaucoma specialists who are experts in glaucoma and have rich experience in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. They will assess the patient's condition by means of intraocular pressure measurement, visual field examination and optic nerve examination, and then develop personalized treatment plans. Common treatment methods include drug treatment, laser treatment and surgical treatment. These specialists can choose the most suitable treatment method according to the specific situation of the patient to delay or control the development of the disease.
Retinopathy specialist
The risk of retinopathy in the elderly will increase with age. Retinopathy, including age-related macular degeneration, retinal vascular diseases and other diseases, has seriously affected the vision and quality of life of the elderly. Guangzhou Eye Center for the Elderly is usually equipped with specialized retinopathy specialists who have rich clinical experience and expertise. These doctors will make accurate diagnosis of retinopathy through fundus examination, fluorescein angiography and other means, and then formulate effective treatment plans. Common treatment methods include drug treatment, laser treatment and surgical treatment. These specialists can choose the most appropriate treatment method according to the specific situation of patients.
Dry eye specialist
Dry eye disease is one of the common diseases in the ophthalmology of the elderly. The amount of tear secretion of the elderly will decline. Dry eyes, pain, blurred vision and other symptoms often trouble them. All the ophthalmic centers for the elderly in Guangzhou have specialists in dry eye disease. They understand the etiology and treatment of dry eye disease, and can comprehensively evaluate dry eye disease through various examinations, such as tear measurement, tear film rupture time measurement, etc. They can effectively relieve the symptoms of patients through lubricant, anti-inflammatory drugs, hot compress and other comprehensive treatments, and guide patients to use appropriate eye care methods.
Through the introduction of the above four aspects, we can see that Guangzhou Eye Center for the Elderly is equipped with many specialists in cataract, glaucoma, retinopathy, dry eye disease and so on. Through accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, these specialists can provide high-quality ophthalmic medical services for the elderly in Guangzhou, protect their eyesight and improve their quality of life.
