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, D.C., Houston, TX, Saint Louis, MO, Chicago, IL and Brooklyn, N.Y. Panel deliberations provide the FDA with expert knowledge and experience on new issues, devices or unanticipated safety and effectiveness questions. The FDA welcomes and values open debates raising new ideas and perspectives. Dr. Bennett’s knowledge and capabilities added to the medical devices panel in reviewing and approving the newest system treatment.
When you need eye surgery, you can have peace of mind that you will be cared for in a comfortable, convenient setting at the Ali'i Surgery Center in our Oahu office instead of a hospital. Our staff is intensively trained in ophthalmology, providing our patients with superior care in areas such as Laser Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma and Laser Refractive Surgery, Retina treatments, and more. Our patients are our 'ohana. #ophthalmology #eyesurgery #aliisurgerycenter #patientcare ... See MoreSee Less
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September is Healthy Aging Month. We bring you these eye health tips (that really all of us can take to heart)! Stay healthy for your body and eyes and schedule your annual eye exam with us. #eyeexam #healthyliving #eyehealth #wellnesstips ... See MoreSee Less
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Remembering the lives lost and the brave souls on 9/11. Let's also remember to cherish our own vision and the beauty it brings to our lives. #neverforget ... See MoreSee Less
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The American Academy of Ophthalmology celebrates Healthy Aging Month to help people understand the signs of vision loss and how to take care of their eyes as they age. Here are some tips for maintaining good eye health:
🏋🏻Exercise
🩸Maintain normal blood pressure
🥦 Eat a diet rich in green, leafy vegetables and fish
🩺 Control diabetes
🕶️ Wear sunglasses and a brimmed hat when outside in the sun
And as always, come in for your annual eye exam to Eye Center of Hawaii! 🌺 ... See MoreSee Less
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Ho'onanea. Enjoy your Labor Day. #eyecenterofhawaii #laborday ... See MoreSee Less
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The retina is crucial for capturing light and sending visual signals to your brain. Regular eye exams can help detect retina issues early, such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. At Eye Center of Hawaii, our experts are dedicated to preserving your vision with advanced diagnostic and treatment options. Call us today to schedule an exam at any of our locations across the islands. #retinacare ... See MoreSee Less
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