Northwell Health, Department of Ophthalmology

Introducing the iLink^® Copay Savings Program

Feb 24, 2022

Are you or a loved one living with progressive keratoconus and currently considering your potential treatment options? If your doctor has recommended iLink® FDA-approved corneal cross-linking— the first and only FDA-approved therapeutic treatment that stiffens the...

Keratoconus Journey: Karolyn

Jul 27, 2022

Working as an emergency room nurse, Karolyn is accustomed to evaluating and treating a wide range of illnesses and injuries. However, when she began to experience blurry and worsening vision that made it difficult to drive and see at a distance, Karolyn found herself...

Santa Barbara News-Press: Surgical Specialist Performs FDA-Approved Treatment for Progressive Keratoconus

Jul 20, 2022

“The [iLinkⓇ cross-linking] procedure is FDA-approved, and there is broad commercial insurance coverage for the procedure. It is important to diagnose keratoconus early (starting at late teens) and receive treatment if progression is noted as soon as possible”...

Deseret News: He Has a Rare Eye Disease That Threatens His Eyesight. Now, He Wants to Be an Air Force Pilot

Jul 11, 2022

Derek always wanted to be a pilot in the armed forces and joined the ROTC to help secure a position in the Air Force. However, his dream seemed to be in jeopardy when he learned that he was living with progressive keratoconus during his flight certification. This...

How to Tackle Allergy Season!

Jul 6, 2022

We’re all excited to head outdoors after a cold winter and rainy spring. However, for the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, spending time outside can bring challenges. And, as you may already know, no allergy season is ever the same. A team of...