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
Preventative Measures
Protecting Your Eyes From The Sun This Summer Many people slather on sunscreen before hitting the waves but don’t give a thought to eye protection while in the water. Chronic sun exposure can lead to a common eye condition called pterygium, a noncancerous growth on the cornea that can affect vision. Surfers and others who… Read More
Hawaii’s First IMT Patient Receives the Gift of Sight
On January 10, 2012, Merrill Smith underwent the first IMT surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii. Since then, he has been working on his vision and training with Dr. Kellen Kashiwa bi-weekly in Hilo on Hawaii’s Big Island. Prior to receiving the telescope implant, Smith was nearly blind. His vision has improved remarkably from 20/200 to 20/80… Read More
Patient Receives Hawaii’s First Telescope Implant for Macular Degeneration by Retina Institute of Hawaii
A team of surgeons from Hawaii, Dr. Michael Bennett of Retina Institute of Hawaii and Dr. Michael McMann of McMann Institute, has successfully implanted the FDA-approved eye telescope, a first in Hawaii, at one of the leading medical centers in Honolulu. The first-of-kind telescope implant is integral to CentraSight™, a new patient care program for… Read More
September is Healthy Aging Month! 👁️
Take care of your eyes as you age and keep your vision sharp. Follow these tips to maintain healthy eyes and enjoy life in focus. ... See MoreSee Less
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🌺 Celebrating Hawaiian History Month 🌺
This month honors Queen Liliʻuokalani’s legacy and highlights the lasting impact of Kānaka Maoli throughout Hawai‘i’s past, present, and future. Join us in honoring Hawai‘i’s history and culture this month.
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Big mahalo to our Lihue team for the dedication you show each day. The care you provide makes such an impact, and we’re so grateful for all you do! 🌺
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Ho‘onanea. Wishing you a wonderful Labor Day filled with rest and good company! ☀️
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Dry, irritated eyes can make it hard to focus on anything else. Luckily, a few simple habits can go a long way toward keeping your eyes comfortable. From adding more moisture to your environment to giving your eyes regular breaks, these tips can help you find relief and keep your vision feeling its best all day long. ... See MoreSee Less
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