Greenwich Hospital’s ophthalmology staff consists of board-certified surgeons highly experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of eye disorders. Our eye surgeons use laser and other leading-edge technology to deliver an advanced level of precision surgical eye care for conditions including:
Greenwich Hospital surgeons specialize in advanced laser techniques for procedures such as:
The Greenwich Hospital Lions Low Vision Center provides services to people with low vision in Fairfield and Westchester counties. The center helps those with moderate visual impairment to maximize their remaining vision and enhance their quality of life. A Community Health at Greenwich Hospital program.
The Greenwich Hospital staff provides individualized attention to all surgical patients. Patient support includes organizing preoperative tests and admission procedures, making discharge arrangements and helping patients understand insurance benefits.
Appropriate pain control helps patients recover faster with fewer risks of complications. The Greenwich Hospital healthcare team works closely with patients to prevent and relieve pain and discomfort. Pain control options for eye patients may include:
Surgical patients can expect to be continually assessed to ensure they are comfortable. Patients are asked to participate in their pain management by telling staff when they are uncomfortable and reporting and rating their pain on a scale of 0 to 10. Together, patients and staff set goals for acceptable pain levels. When necessary, adjustments or changes to the pain management regimen are made.
Severe pain, nausea, or vomiting should be reported to the surgeon immediately.
Greenwich Hospital’s Holly Hill Campus, located just minutes from the main campus, offers outpatient surgical services and is equipped with the latest technology and comfortable accommodations:
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