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
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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Happy Contact Lens Health Week! Wearing your lenses safely means cleaning, storing, and replacing them properly—and never skipping your eye exams. Keeping up with good habits helps your eyes stay healthy and comfortable. ... See MoreSee Less
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👀 August is National Eye Exam Month, a great reminder to make your eye health a priority! If it’s been a while since your last exam, or if you’ve noticed any changes in your vision, now’s the time to take action. Regular eye exams can catch issues early and help protect your vision for the future.
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