Disability and Impairment Ratings

Quantifying and qualifying levels of visual impairment and disability is an important component in forensic ophthalmology.  Visual impairment as causation or as contributory negligence may be an important factor when analyzing a personal injury action.  Importantly, interpreting visual impairment according to accepted … Continue reading

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Intellectual Property

Case in Point Dr. Reynard was retained as an expert consultant by a major ophthalmic company to evaluate allegations of patent infringement for a multifical lens implant. Dr. Reynard has many patents for surgical eye instruments and a new method … Continue reading

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Ophthalmology Independent Medical Examinations

Ophthalmology independent medical examinations are often requested to assist counsel, juries, and judges understand the technical aspects of a case. An independent examination needs to be a comprehensive and objective. Continue reading

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Eyelid Surgery

There are many types of surgeries applicable to the eyelids. Some of the most common surgical procedures involve procedures to alleviate droopiness of the upper eyelids, removal of bagginess of the lower eyelids, correction of eyelid inversion (entropion), or correction … Continue reading

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Eye Tumors

Tumors of the eye may involve the front of the eye (conjunctiva, iris, ciliary body) or back of the eye (retina, choroid, optic nerve).  Tumors of the eye may originate from eye tissue (primary ocular tumors) or from sites outside … Continue reading

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