Category Archives: Corneal Crosslinking

How Corneal Crosslinking Improves the Lives of People with Keratoconus

Keratoconus is an eye condition that often starts around puberty. People with keratoconus have blurry and distorted vision that gets progressively worse for about 20 years until it stabilizes. Our board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Gregory J. Pamel, offers corneal cross-linking for keratoconus. This revolutionary treatment halts disease progression and offers hope for young patients facing decades… Read More »


Corneal Crosslinking

Patients who suffer from progressive keratoconus face the prospect of gradually dimming vision, as well as multiple corneal transplant surgeries to replace a thinning, cone-shaped cornea. In recent years, an innovative new solution has become available: corneal crosslinking.


Does Corneal Crosslinking Cause Any Side Effects?

Side effects can occur with virtually any eye treatment, including corneal crosslinking for keratoconus. Luckily the side effects of corneal crosslinking are usually mild and temporary. If you are considering corneal crosslinking to stop the progression of keratoconus, Dr. Gregory Pamel will educate you about the potential side effects. Read on as he shares what… Read More »


Frequently Asked Questions about Corneal Crosslinking

Corneal crosslinking is an exciting development in keratoconus treatment. In people with keratoconus, the cornea gradually thins and weakens, bulging into a cone-like shape. This distorts vision and makes it difficult to see clearly. Ophthalmologists like Dr. Gregory Pamel believe corneal crosslinking can stop the bulging associated with keratoconus and delay or prevent the loss… Read More »


How Effective Is Corneal Crosslinking?

Keratoconus is a corneal condition that affects the shape of the cornea. A healthy cornea is smooth and round whereas a cornea affected by keratoconus is cone-like. This irregular, conical shape affects the cornea’s ability to refract light properly, causing distorted vision. New York City LASIK surgeon and corneal specialist Dr. Gregory Pamel is proud… Read More »


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