Revolutionizing Eye Care: How Eye Center of Hawaii’s AI Collaboration with A Top Tech Company is Shaping the Future of Vision Treatment
Aloha! At Eye Center of Hawaii, we’re passionate about staying at the cutting edge of medical innovation. That’s why we’re thrilled to share our long-standing collaboration with a renowned tech industry leader, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to help our patients enjoy better vision. This incredible journey began when Dr. Bennett and the… Read More
Hawaii Ophthalmologist Named to Elite Group of Surgeons & Specialists
“I am privileged to be able to represent my community as part of such an elite and talented group of surgeons. Giving patients in Hawaii the availability to such innovative technology and the latest in custom vision care, is what our practice Eye Center of Hawaii is all about.”
Dr. Michael Bennett Recognized as one of the “Best Cataract Surgeons in America”
May 24, 2022 – Dr. Michael Bennett of the Eye Center of Hawaii in Honolulu, Hawaii has been named one of the “Best Cataract Surgeons in America”. “Dr. Bennett has brought one of the premier eye institutes in the world to the islands of Hawaii. In addition to the Eye Center of Hawaii delivering the… Read More
New FDA Approved Procedure to Lower IOP for Glaucoma Patients.
Eye Center of Hawaii and Dr. Farhad Safi became the first ophthalmology practice and physician in Hawaii to perform a procedure using the FDA approved DURYSTA™ bimatoprost implant for glaucoma patients. Dedicated to bringing the most advanced technology to the patients of Hawaii, Eye Center of Hawaii and Dr. Farhad Safi became the first ophthalmology practice and physician… Read More
Retina Institute of Hawaii’s OD Provides Optometric Humanitarian Work: Dr. Kellen Kashiwa Completes His 6th Medical Mission
Becoming a doctor takes hours of educational preparation and financial sacrifices. It also takes passion. Born and raised in Hawaii, Doctor Kellen Kashiwa of the Retina Institute of Hawaii concentrated his optometry studies in low-vision and retinal disease at Pacific University College of Optometry. During his first year of optometry school, Dr. Kashiwa was introduced… Read More
Retina Institute of Hawaii’s CFO Completes 135 Mile Run for Hungry: Paul Sibley runs in memory of Trevor Sims
While the doctors at Retina Institute of Hawaii have consistently been recognized for awards, the supporting team makes amazing contributions as well. Paul Sibley, Chief Financial Officer, completed a 135-mile run from New Orleans to Baton Rouge to honor the memory of a little boy whose last wish was to feed the hungry. So what… Read More
Retina Institute of Hawaii’s Founder Nationally Recognized for “Bionic Eye” Dr. Michael Bennett Only Private Sector Surgeon Selected Nationwide
Dr. Michael Bennett MD, FACS, founder of The Retina Institute of Hawaii, has been named one of thirteen prestigious surgeons across the United States to conduct the procedure for the Argus® II Retinal Prosthesis System. The Argus II (also called the “bionic eye”) is an implantable visual prosthetic and was selected in 2013 CNN’s Top… Read More
Retina Institute of Hawaii Participating in Day of Giving: Vision
The Retina Institute of Hawaii is proud to be a part of Surgicare of Hawaii’s “Day of Giving” on May 11, 2013. Dr. Karl E. Waite, MD and Sara Lynn Doolin, RNFA are pioneering the initiative on behalf of Retina Institute of Hawaii and Hawaii Cataract and Laser Institute by performing FREE surgeries at Surgicare… Read More
ARGUS II Retinal Prosthesis System Receives FDA Approval
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Ophthalmic Devices Panel recently reviewed and approved the groundbreaking ARGUS II Retinal Prosthesis System. Manufactured by Second Sight Medical Products, Inc., the device will allow partial vision restoration to patients who are blind due to Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP). This is the first treatment for this condition that is… Read More
Michael Bennett, MD, FACS Appointed to Serve on U.S. FDA Ophthalmic Devices Advisory Panel
Dr. Michael D. Bennett, founder and president of Retina Institute of Hawaii, recently served on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Ophthalmic Devices Advisory Panel. Appointed in 2012, Dr. Bennett was part of a 23-member panel that has expertise in retinal disease, low vision, electrophysiology and other specialties. Panel members included doctors from Washington,… Read More
🌎🌺 We’re lucky to live in a place filled with natural beauty—and we believe in doing our part to protect it.
Here’s how you can help us keep Hawaii green:
♻️ Recycle your contact lens containers and solution bottles
👓 Donate your old glasses to give someone else the gift of sight
Every small step helps protect the planet we call home—and the eyes that let us see its beauty. 💚🌊
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We’re egg-cited to wish you a day filled with bright sights, sweet treats, and time with the ones you love. 💛👀
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You shouldn't live with cloudy, fading vision. Our offices across the islands have all the technology, trained staff and experienced surgeons to bring your vision into focus with advanced, laser cataract surgery. Call us today at 808-955-0255 to schedule your exam.
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Whether it's macular degeneration or cataracts or a simple eye exam, you can find the most advanced care at our offices across the islands. Mahalo, David, for taking the time to tell about your experience with Dr. Miller and our Kona team while they took care of your macular degeneration. We take care of our patients like they are 'ohana.
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Each year, approximately 100,000 people suffer sports-related eye injuries, with around 13,500 leading to permanent vision loss. Most sports-related eye injuries can be prevented by wearing the right protective gear. Visit our optical in Kona and Lihue to get outfitted with the right eyewear for your active lifestyle.
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Your vision plays a vital role in your quality of life, and routine eye exams can help detect early signs of systemic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and more.
✅ Schedule your annual eye exam
✅ Protect your eyes from UV rays
✅ Eat a nutrient-rich diet for healthy vision
Let’s keep our eyes—and our bodies—healthy together. 💙
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