An estimated three million Americans have glaucoma, the second leading cause of blindness nationally and worldwide. The disease can strike anyone at any age and often has no symptoms. As a result, many people with glaucoma don’t realize they have it. At Yale, our top priority is to preserve sight. We provide world-class, comprehensive care for glaucoma, including the most severe and difficult-to-treat cases. Our internationally renowned physicians are expert in all aspects of glaucoma, from diagnosis and treatment to surgery. Our glaucoma practice is an early adopter of new technology and techniques. We were the first glaucoma specialists in the area to introduce computerized perimetry—a machine that tests all aspects of sight, including peripheral vision—and cameras that snap 3-D images of the optic nerve. Yale’s ophthalmologists employ a variety of cutting-edge techniques and treatments, including the latest in 3-D X-rays, imaging, and laser surgery.

Yale ophthalmologists are committed to addressing the most complex eye problems with vision-saving care. We provide a complete range of services that address minor problems like pink eye to major diseases and conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. We provide medical and surgical care for retinal disease, strabismus, and uveitis, as well as reconstructive and aesthetic ophthalmic plastic surgery and pediatric ophthalmology. Our patient-friendly clinic includes on-site services such as corneal topography, electrophysiologic testing, fluorescein angiography, fundus photography, lasers, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and visual fields. Our practice includes not only highly esteemed physicians, but also world-renowned researchers, which means our patients have access to the latest treatments and advances. Specialized care is offered in the following areas: Comprehensive eye care Cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery Diabetic eye care Glaucoma Neuro-ophthalmology Ocular immunology/uveitis Ocular oncology Optometry and contact lenses Orbital and reconstructive ophthalmic plastic surgery Pediatric ophthalmology Retina, macula, and vitreous diseases New injectable treatments for macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to slow or halt vision loss Complex retina surgeries; specialized retina evaluation and care, including laser treatment for premature newborns; medical and surgical care of diabetic retinopathy and macular diseases Cataract surgery with optional premium lenses; donor and artificial corneal transplants Specialty fitting of contact lenses for aphakic adult and pediatric patients, corneal transplant patients, and keratoconus patients Complete spectrum of orbital and reconstructive ophthalmic plastic surgery and cosmetic eye surgery

Conditions of the eyelid, tear drain system, and orbit—the tissue and bone surrounding the eye—can be painful, debilitating, and vision-impairing. Yale ophthalmologists provide first-class care for patients with these issues collectively known as oculoplastic and orbital conditions. We have the expertise and experience to treat a wide range of eyelid problems, including drooping eye, eyelids turned in and out, and misdirected eyelashes. We also see patients with eyelid growths and inflammations such as infections, styes, benign growths, and minor skin cancers. In addition, our physicians diagnose and treat conditions and diseases of the tear duct and drain systems, as well as trauma, tumors, and loss of an eye.