Research New Retina Model Sheds Light on Early Vision Loss in Batten Disease By Mark Michaud Aug. 26, 2026 Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind 3D human retina model that reveals how vision loss begins in CLN3-Batten disease, a rare inherited disorder that affects children.
People Dr. James Aquavella, who Pioneered Sight-Giving Surgeries, Dies at 94 By URochester Medicine Communications May. 21, 2026 James Aquavella, MD, didn’t just blaze trails—he made it possible for other people to see them. Sunsets, too. And the faces of loved ones.
Research New NIH-Funded Project Targets Early Drivers of Vision Loss in Macular Degeneration By Mark Michaud Apr. 27, 2026 The project will advance research on a new treatment approach for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), focusing on a protein identified as a potential early driver of disease.
Patient Care When Should I Get LASIK? Age, Eligibility, and Recovery Explained By Zack Laird Apr. 9, 2026 Is there a best age or time for LASIK? University of Rochester Medicine eye doctors explain eligibility, recovery, and how to know when you’re ready.
