 We provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages. Our services include not only laser vision correction and small-incision cataract surgery but also treatments for a range of conditions such as glaucoma, the diabetic eye, dry eye and macular degeneration.
Regular eye exams are an invaluable tool in maintaining your eyes' health by detecting and preventing disease. Some diseases develop slowly without causing pain or vision loss. Early detection of any problems can reduce the risk of further harm, permanent vision loss, and allow for a choice of treatment options.
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 NearVision CK (Conductive Keratoplasty®) is a non-laser procedure developed specifically for baby boomers that have had clear vision all their life, but now struggle to see life's details with reading glasses.
NearVision CK is a safe, minimally invasive procedure that involves no cutting of your cornea. It is performed using FDA-approved technology for the improvement of near vision. This makes it an ideal procedure for people over 40, for whom safety is often the most important factor in their decision to undergo a vision correction procedure.
As the human body ages, changes in vision can occur. One of the more common conditions associated with the aging process is presbyopia. Presbyopia occurs when the lens becomes less flexible and therefore loses its ability to focus on objects by changing its shape. This causes blurred vision when trying to focus on objects that are up close.
Presbyopia has been treated traditionally with reading glasses or bifocals. For anyone over age 50, reading glasses are inevitable. Until recently, people with presbyopia have not been able to correct their problem with surgery because the available procedures were not effective. Now, a revolutionary technology may help people with this condition reduce their dependence on reading glasses.
NearVision CK (Conductive Keratoplasty®) is a quick procedure with no cutting involved.
The NearVision CK procedure is performed by Dr. Galanis in his office in St. Louis
The procedure
Using radiofrequency (RF) energy, NearVision CK can change how the eye focuses light by reshaping the cornea to make it steeper. After Dr. Galanis has applied a topical anesthetic (eye drops), controlled RF energy is applied in a circular pattern to shrink the corneal tissue. This pattern is applied in the periphery of your cornea and therefore minimizes interference with your line of sight (i.e., pupil). A device called a "speculum" gently holds your eye open during the procedure.
Once finished, you don't have to wear a patch and can usually return to work or normal activities the next day. Vision generally begins improving the next day!
While NearVision CK can turn back the clock on your vision, it cannot stop the clock entirely. The eye does continue to change as we continue to age. Touch up procedures can frequently be performed along the way to boost vision as we continue to age.
Glasses and contact lenses are no longer your only option for clear vision. Today's advancements in vision surgery give us freedom from corrective lenses. We can feel more confident and younger with our vision restored.
Because NearVision CK is minimally invasive, the procedure has exhibited very minimal risk and almost no side effects. During the first 24 hours after NearVision CK, you may experience tearing and mild scratchiness.
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The vast majority of patients do not need corrective lenses for most tasks after the NearVision CK procedure. However, depending on your age and the type of refractive disorder you have, you may need additional vision treatment at some point (surgery, reading glasses or bifocals). This is because your eyes continue to change as you age.
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Both presbyopia and hyperopia are progressive diseases, which means that as people age, their eyes will continue to change - with or without surgical treatment.
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You're likely a good candidate for NearVision CK if you:
- Are over age 40
- Had great vision your whole life
- Require reading glasses to compensate for fading near vision.
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With NearVision CK, the majority of patients are able to return to work and other normal activities the day after their procedure. Those whose jobs demand intense clarity of vision (such as dentistry, surgery or computer work) may want to give their eyes some extra rest for several days following the procedure before going back to work.
For more information about NearVision CK in St. Louis by Dr. Galanis please call our office for a free CK screening to see if you are a candidate for this procedure. (314) 633-8575.
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Glaucoma is the term for when the pressure inside the eye rises dangerously high, damaging the optic nerve and causing vision loss. The condition often develops over many years without causing pain - so you may not experience vision loss until the disease has progressed. Glaucoma cannot be prevented, and vision lost to it cannot be restored. Left untreated, glaucoma can cause blindness. For these reasons, regular eye exams and early detection are critical.
Dr. Galanis is a glaucoma specialist and performs glaucoma treatment. He also uses state-of-the-art laser equipment for in-office treatment to help manage glaucoma and occasionally reduce or eliminate eye drops.
People at the greatest risk include those who are over the age of 40, diabetic, near-sighted, African-American, or who have a family history of glaucoma.
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 Dry eye can make a person's eyes dry, red, or irritated. In addition to being uncomfortable, it can damage the eye's tissues and impair vision.
People usually begin experiencing dry eye symptoms as they age, but the condition can also result from eyelid or blinking problems, certain medications, environment, injury, and various health problems. The eyes may become dry and irritated because the lacrimal glands don't produce enough tears, or because the tears themselves have a chemical imbalance.
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The macula is a part of the retina in the back of the eye that ensures that our central vision is clear and sharp. Macular degeneration causes a progressive loss of vision. It is the number-one cause of blindness in the U.S.
There are two kinds of macular degeneration: "wet" and “dry.” The “wet” form can be treated in its early stages. Regular eye exams are highly recommended to detect macular degeneration early and prevent permanent vision loss.
Symptoms often associated with macular degeneration include:
SLT (Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty) is an advanced laser system that improves the flow of fluid in the eye, lowering eye pressure for patients with glaucoma.
Using a focused, narrow wavelength, SLT targets specific cells of the eye -- those containing melanin, a natural pigment -- leaving surrounding cells intact. The procedure is painless and has no side effects, although patients are given anti-inflammatory eye drops before and after treatment.
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 Over 30 million Americans wear contact lenses, according to the American Optometric Association. There are many different kinds of "contacts," including rigid and flexible, extended wear, disposable and planned replacement lenses, and some can be made as bifocals or in different colors. After a thorough eye exam and consultation with an experienced physician, patients who qualify for contact lenses can discuss which type is right for them. All contact lenses require special care and cleaning and regular follow-up visits to ensure that the eyes remain healthy.
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