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Our Clinical Research
Our Clinical Research
At Visionary Eye Doctors, research is at the heart of our mission to provide exceptional, forward-thinking eye care. Our clinical research program is dedicated to advancing treatments and technologies in ophthalmology, with a focus on pterygium, cataract surgery, dry eye disease, and glaucoma. Our goal is to not only deliver the best care to our patients but also contribute meaningful data and innovation to the field of eye care.
Currently Enrolling Clinical Trials
We are proud to partner with industry leaders and academic institutions to offer patients access to innovative treatments through clinical trials. Our current studies are listed below:
CycloPen™ Micro-Interventional System Trial**
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- Study ID: ITR-CYC-041
Focus: Evaluation of a micro-interventional device for precision glaucoma treatment.
Hydrus® Microstent Trial
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- Study ID: GLI314-C003
Focus: Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) for patients with primary open-angle glaucoma.
Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) Studies
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- Study ID: IIT-004
- Study ID: PMCS-010
Focus: Postoperative refractive outcomes using light-modifiable intraocular lenses after cataract surgery.
Pterygium Research – The EyeWhite Institute
Since 2014, Visionary Eye Doctors has led groundbreaking research in pterygium through the EyeWhite Institute. With hundreds of surgeries performed each year and a recurrence rate of just 0.01%, we are one of the most experienced centers for pterygium treatment in the eastern United States.
Our in-office surgical suite, located in North Bethesda/Rockville, MD, supports the safe and efficient delivery of care using advanced techniques and technologies.
Why Pterygium Research Matters:
Pterygium remains an under-researched condition in ophthalmology. Our ongoing study supplements clinical evaluation with data collection and outcomes tracking to improve surgical techniques and patient results.
Cataract & Surgical Innovation
Our surgeons continually study ways to improve outcomes in cataract surgery, including the use of femtosecond lasers and dropless medication techniques. Our research has been presented at leading national and international conferences, including ASCRS, AAO, and ARVO.
Publications & Presentations
Our clinical team has contributed to dozens of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations on cataract surgery, pterygium, and dry eye. Selected highlights include:
- Cremers SL, Ha J, Martinez JA. “Phaco-Smash: 29% Reduction of Surgeon’s Cumulative Dissipated Energy in FLACS.” ASCRS 2017
- Ha J, Cremers SL. “Triamcinolone-Moxifloxacin Dropless Cataract Surgery: Initial Observations.” AAO 2016
- Ha J, Martinez JA, Korchak M, Cremers SL. “Fluorescein Staining of Cryopreserved Amniotic Membrane.” Cornea* 2016
- Ha J, Cremers SL. “Automated Pterygium Severity Grading with Scheimpflug Imaging.” Ophthalmology 2016
A full list of our research abstracts and journal articles are available upon request.
Partner With Us
We welcome collaborations with industry sponsors and academic institutions. If you’re interested in working with our clinical research team or learning more about our current studies, please reach out to:
Alejandra Arias, Research Coordinator
301-896-0890 Ext.247
aarias@voeyedr.com