Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the United States today. Its effects are particularly felt in the Afro-American community and in the general population affected by multi-system diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. Early detection and treatment is essential. At the Koffler Vision Group, our entire eye care team closely monitors the effects of glaucoma on our patients with an individualized long-term treatment plan.

Glaucoma is a disease that affects the optic nerve. Increased eye pressure causes damage to this important nerve. When this nerve has been harmed it cannot carry messages along its pathways. This results in blind spots in the visual field. Increasing damage results in increasing blindness. Unfortunately, it is sometimes difficult for people to detect blind spots until most of the damage has been done. There are different forms of glaucoma including chronic open angle glaucoma, angle closure glaucoma, congenital glaucoma and secondary glaucoma. At the Koffler Vision Group, we work closely with our patients to formulate long-term individualized treatment plans for all forms of glaucoma. This may include frequent visits to the center to monitor intraocular pressure and effectiveness of medications included in the treatment plan.