Cataracts are a common cause of poor vision especially in the older population. Without treatment vision will worsen over time but treatment is available. Our guest today, Dr. Matthew Guess, specializes in cataracts and will discuss the causes, prevention, symptoms and treatment of different types of cataract.
- YouTube: Cataract Surgery 3D Animation
- MedlinePlus: Cataract
- National Eye Institute: Facts About Cataract
HOST: Dr. Thad Woodard
GUEST: Dr. Matthew Guess, Ophthalmic Associates
LIVE BROADCAST: Mon, December 19, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.
REPEAT BROADCAST: Mon, December 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
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DR. WOODARD’S FAVORITE HEALTH AND SCIENCE LINKS:
- Science Based Medicine
- Quackwatch
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Super Smart Health
- MedlinePlus
